a.n.other
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Sore Knees.Hi Guys,
I'm not a serious runner, I just like to go out for a run a couple of times a week and the gym once a week.
I'm 40+ and a bit overweight. I can't do anything about the 40+ but I am hoping to lose weight.
Anyway, I currently suffer from sore knees when I run and afterwards too.
Does anyone know of any suppliments and/or foods I could use in my diet to help combat the problem.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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dnf
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Does depend on the underlying cause , if it inflammation you could try Ibuprofin ,but if its wear and tear (age 40+) maybe a visit to the doctors may be called for.
If it is becoming a problem try something else for a while, cycling or swimming perhaps? If you are carrying extra weight ,this can be a strain on joints in general but I don't thing your carrying as much as some.
I do suffer myself occasional knee problems, but they seem to pass.
Yours
D.R. dnf
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Hugh Jarse
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Touch wood have never suffered from knee problems.
I attribute this to my emaciated frame.
Did however, once have a hip problem which responded to cod liver oil very quickly.
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dnf
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Did however, once have a hip problem which responded to cod liver oil very quickly.[/quote]
Taken internally one presumes?
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Hugh Jarse
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One presumes correctly !
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divine
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i use glucosamine and chondroitin, it seems to work for me!
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disco stan
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| dnf wrote: | Does depend on the underlying cause , if it inflammation you could try Ibuprofin ,but if its wear and tear (age 40+) maybe a visit to the doctors may be called for.
If it is becoming a problem try something else for a while, cycling or swimming perhaps? If you are carrying extra weight ,this can be a strain on joints in general but I don't thing your carrying as much as some.
I do suffer myself occasional knee problems, but they seem to pass.
Yours
Is that ibubrofin new then! D.R. dnf |
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Martin McC
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I'm a relative newcomer to this running lark, but I'd seriously recommend having your gait analysed at a 'proper' running shop and get the right type of trainers to suit you. I usually go to Foot Traffic in Bolton, but I'm sure someone on here can recommend somewhere a bit closer to home for you.
It's slightly more expensive than, say, buying off the internet, but at least you know that what you're getting is right for you. It's worth it in the long run (no pun intended). And a good running shop should do you a discount if you're a member of a running club (Foot Traffic do 10% off if I remember correctly).
This isn't all snake oil marketing either. I tried to save a bit of money by buying a new pair off the internet. The now obsolete Asics 2110 were good for me, and I wrongly assumed the new version (2120) would be fine. Ended up with blisters, niggles, sore hips and a calf pull within 3 weeks. I'll not make that mistake again, that's for sure! 
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a.n.other
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| Martin McC wrote: | | I'm a relative newcomer to this running lark, but I'd seriously recommend having your gait analysed at a 'proper' running shop and get the right type of trainers to suit you. I usually go to Foot Traffic in Bolton, but I'm sure someone on here can recommend somewhere a bit closer to home for you. |
Thanks for that. 
I presume that they have you run on a treadmill or something, in the shop.
Bolton is not too far away. I think I'll pay them a visit.
I think there's a specialist running shop in Nelson or Colne. 
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a.n.other
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| divine wrote: | | i use glucosamine and chondroitin, it seems to work for me! |
I'll have a look out for those.
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a.n.other
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| dnf wrote: | | Does depend on the underlying cause , if it inflammation you could try Ibuprofin ,but if its wear and tear (age 40+) maybe a visit to the doctors may be called for. |
I'll give Ibuprofin a try first.
I don't like going to the doctors - I'm a typical man! 
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Penguin
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| a.n.other wrote: | | dnf wrote: | | Does depend on the underlying cause , if it inflammation you could try Ibuprofin ,but if its wear and tear (age 40+) maybe a visit to the doctors may be called for. |
I'll give Ibuprofin a try first.
I don't like going to the doctors - I'm a typical man! |
typical??? you mean you never like going to the doc's cos they always tell you wot's best for you blah blah
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divine
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i had similar problems with the 2120, they've now brought out a 2130 which is supposed to be more like the 2110, not tried them yet?
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Martin McC
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| divine wrote: | | i had similar problems with the 2120, they've now brought out a 2130 which is supposed to be more like the 2110, not tried them yet? |
I'm steering clear of Asics for a while! I've happy with the Nike Triax Structure 9s and 10s for the time being...
Anyhoo, I won't have need for road shoes for the next few months whilst the evenings are light
Although, I have heard that Asics do an offroad shoe for mild overpronators...
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Rod the Plod
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| a.n.other wrote: | | Martin McC wrote: | | I'm a relative newcomer to this running lark, but I'd seriously recommend having your gait analysed at a 'proper' running shop and get the right type of trainers to suit you. I usually go to Foot Traffic in Bolton, but I'm sure someone on here can recommend somewhere a bit closer to home for you. |
Thanks for that.
I presume that they have you run on a treadmill or something, in the shop.
Bolton is not too far away. I think I'll pay them a visit.
I think there's a specialist running shop in Nelson or Colne. |
Complete Runner, Leeds Rd, Nelson. I think they used to have one of those Adidas things that you ran across and then it sold you a pair of Adidas shoes. I don't know what they have now.
I have had sveral pairs of the Asics 2100 series, my latest pair being the 2120 and I have had no problems with the shoes, other than injuries which I think I would have got anyway.
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a.n.other
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I'm a fan of Nike myself.
I've worn Air Pegasus for quite a few years now.
I tend to run more on my toes than my heels, so find the full length air cushioning helpful.
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