Climbing stairs has become a fitness method of choice for many people. However, when going down the stairs, one leg has to bear twice the usual weight. Repeating the same action frequently will increase the pressure on the knee joint, so there is a saying that “going upstairs to exercise, going downstairs hurts the body”. So, what should you pay attention to when exercising?
Experts believe that the pressure and wear and tear of the knee joints from climbing the stairs does exist, but don’t worry too much about giving up food because of choking. First, consider your own situation. Middle-aged and elderly people have different degrees of osteoporosis, and some people who are too obese have more pressure on the knee joints. These people must master the relationship between speed and duration. At the beginning, you should take a slow speed and stick to it for a period of time. You can gradually increase the speed or prolong the time, but it should not be too violent, otherwise it will increase the burden on the heart and lungs. If you notice discomfort while climbing stairs, you should stop exercising immediately.
It is especially important to note that people with old knee injuries should try their best not to do building exercises. At the same time, we must master the correct exercise method. When going downstairs, in order to prevent the knee joint from being under increased pressure, the forefoot should first land on the ground, and then transition to the full foot landing to cushion the pressure of the knee joint. After climbing the stairs, you can perform local massage on the knee joint. Usually, it is best to do exercises such as squatting, standing up, and static half-squatting, so that the knee joint can get sufficient movement and prevent it from being stiff.
