• Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    Its not age as much as your weight.

    I can always tell when I’m gaining weight because my knees will start hurting.

    • teft@lemmy.world
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      2 months ago

      Not just weight. It’s lack of exercise. I’m 41 and my knees and back are fine even after a stint in the army. Gotta keep using those muscles and joints if you want to use them when you’re older.

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        2 months ago

        I recently got a balance board and it has really done a number on my ankles, legs, and core strength.

        It is insane how degraded your ancillary muscles get from a sedentary lifestyle

        Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is also a really good full body workout

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            2 months ago

            Went to the gym / dojo for the first time in months yesterday

            And now i have a bruise on my leg from holding onto lockdown for dear life

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        2 months ago

        One of previous jobs worked me so hard my leg hurts when a storm is coming. This happened in my early 20s

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        2 months ago

        Only 27 but I exercise daily and have had no issue except for my wrists which is a hereditary thing from my moms side.