Running has to stop!!

[marlonski]

I have been doing 5 or 6 km 2 or 3 times weekly to keep in shape, but have to stop becuase of knee injury . What is the best substitute for running that will keep me fit but not result in knee pain?Cheers any body.

[Haggisdj]

I believe swimming is very good for you as it exercises every muscle in the body?

[joannie10]

my dad has painful knees through old age really so might not be the same but he was advised to go swimming but it was important he does the crawl rather than breast stroke. Could you use something like the crosstrainer - whilst you are bending your knees there is not the same pounding on the knees? Would you be ok brisk walking?

[marlonski]

Thankyou for your suggestions much appreciated!

[johnk]

Try rowing cycling or swimming. it's the impact that's done the damage and not the actual pressure.
Get well soon
John