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FatherDog

11-09-2002, 02:11 AM

I have a good friend in the army who's got a serious knee injury, to the point that he almost needs a cane to walk. He's been going nuts because he can't exercise as much as he prefers; he feels like he's getting out of condition. Can anyone suggest some form of cardio that he could do, given his knee condition? Obvious, running and skipping rope are pretty much out...

philly

11-09-2002, 02:15 AM

swimming?

Liokault

11-09-2002, 10:21 AM

Bag or pag work?

FatherDog

11-09-2002, 12:39 PM

Originally posted by Liokault
Bag or pag work?

I think his knee is bad enough that it won't support a good shot to the heavy bag, but I'll suggest it. Swimming's probably a good idea, though.

rubthebuddha

11-09-2002, 05:32 PM

swimming is the best idea, because the only impact you'll feel is when you dive badly and flop hard on your backside. :)

that, and it's one of the best full-body workouts you can get.

Cody

11-12-2002, 11:29 PM

Agree that swimming might be good. But, he needs to plan in advance how to kick and move it without hurting knee, to get the most out of this exercise.

best,
Cody