Injury Prevention: Strong Hips = Strong Knees


Updated 03/26/09 2:44 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Injury Prevention: Strong Hips = Strong Knees

We all know that men and women are different, even in how we exercise. Add to those differences the fact that women are more likely to suffer knee injuries. The difference is structural; the width of our child bearing hips angles the thigh bone (femur) in such a way that it creates some laxity and instability in the knee joint. Not to mention the ebb and flow of hormones women experience Read more

Show Your Running Knees Some Love


Updated 12/06/11 11:19 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

How Runners Prevent Knee Pain

Running as a convenient form of cardio may be the bee's knees, but it can leave my knees aching. Although studies have found there is no connection between running and an increased risk for arthritis, here are some easy ways to show your knees some love. Stay flexible: Tight hamstrings or quads can prevent the knee from going through its full range of motion, which can negatively impact the Read more