Knee pain can you practice squat? Knee pain is best not to practice squat. Squats still have some pressure on the knees. Although squatting has a certain knee protection function to a certain extent, don't try it easily.
Squat exercise, from the weight of the body and the speed of squatting, will have a great impact on the knee joint, so it is not recommended to choose squat exercise when the knee hurts, and it is recommended to rest more when it hurts, and not to press the knee hard. If you are a squatter, when your knee sends out a pain signal, it is also reminding you to stop squatting immediately and pay attention to rest.
The way of squatting, the weight of the body and the speed of squatting have great influence on the knee joint. At this time, the quadriceps femoris contracts and pulls rapidly, especially with the increase of knee squat, the tension of quadriceps femoris is greater, and basically doing this action will cause pain and discomfort. Pain is a warning signal. You should stop squatting and change your training movements.
Does squatting hurt your knee or protect it? Squat can hurt your knees if you don't operate it properly, but it can protect your knees if you exercise properly.
1, knee injury caused by squatting without warm-up.
Warm-up is a necessary exercise preparation before any physical exercise. Warm-up can make the body warm up quickly, and the effect of training will be more significant because of the warm-up before training.
2. Relaxation of muscles during squat will hurt knees.
Relaxation of leg muscles after squatting will cause great pressure on ligaments and cartilage, thus damaging the knee. Therefore, when squatting, the leg muscles should exert their strength in the whole process from squatting to reduction.
3. The waist is bent, and the knee is seriously injured by the toe.
Insufficient hip movement, bend over and stand up. Hip, back and thigh are completely weak, and all gravity acts on the knee joint, which is the most prone to knee joint injury.
How to prevent knee joint injury in squats 1, and warm up effectively before squats, such as doing some squats with bare hands first, so that the knee joint can secrete synovial fluid and reduce the friction of the knee joint.
2. Pay attention to whether your knees move forward when doing squats to avoid excessive knee movement. It is suggested to focus on the middle and rear position of the sole of the foot, which can effectively reduce the pressure on the knee.
3. When squatting, see if your load has exceeded your maximum load. Fitness needs to be done step by step, not blindly.
4. The knee joint should not be adducted. It should be pointed at your toes in reverse. Knee adduction is the main cause of injury, usually because of overweight. Again, don't blindly pursue weight! Squat down until the thighs are below the level.
5. Don't relax your knees! Stand up immediately after squatting to the lowest point. Don't relax your knees in the lowest position. Don't be discouraged. Once deflated, the pressure is on the knee joint. You should start with the heel and straighten your back as quickly as possible.
6. Don't lock your knees when you stand up, it will put pressure on your joints and bones, and long-term training will definitely wear you out!