Welcome back.

Last time we talked about the first three controllable factors that you yourself can begin to implement to stop knee pain in it’s tracks.

Today we’re going to continue with the list.

First lets review.  Here are the three we discussed last time:

1. Lose Weight

2. Improve Conditioning

3. Improve Flexibility

If you were to just work on these three alone, you would find drastic changes in the direction of losing knee pain for good.

You’ll find these three controllable factors and their solutions in the Lose The Knee Pain workout package I specifically designed for you, the knee pain sufferer.

Start by downloading your free Lose The Knee Pain video at the top of the page to begin your journey right now.

OK, it’s time to tackle the next three controllable factors.

Controllable Factors:

4. Improve Your Bone Fitness

Bones need to be strengthened just like the muscles and the heart. Activities that positively strengthen the bones can be anything from strength training to running.

To do this correctly, one needs to stress the bones so that they will become stronger with each regeneration cycle.  According to science, it takes as little as five months for the body to create a completely new skeletal system.

But, you must not overdo it.  Too much external stress can lead to bone fractures.

Beginning an exercise program must be approached a dose at a time.

If you have trouble remembering where and when you last worked out, this is an indication that you need to ease into a program and avoid being a weekend warrior.

Start by working out at approximately 65% of your perceived capacity and analyze how well you recover.  Stay at 65% for the first week or two and step it up 5% every couple of weeks when your body is ready.

If at any time you begin to feel overly tired or sore, back off until you fully recover and approach more conservatively.

5. Know Your Body’s Cycles

If you workout at the same time everyday, your brain and body will become accustomed to that cycle and physiologically be more prepared for your workout.

This doesn’t mean you can’t change your workout times.  Just be sure your body is adequately prepared for each workout by eating correctly, warming up correctly and hydrating sufficiently.

Listen to your body.  If you are fatigued or “out of the zone” come workout time, you may have to change your planned workout to accommodate the stimulus your body can tolerate.

Speaking of hydration…..

6. Hydrate Youself

If you are dehydrated when it comes time to workout, you will be at a higher risk for injury.

Muscles are unable to contract naturally and are susceptible to cramping when dehydrated. This will put a big damper on any attempt to workout.

One way to check on your hydration status is to recall how long it was since you last had a bathroom break.  More than two hours is an indication you may be dehydrated.

There you have it.  Six controllable factors to take advantage of, now that you know, that will get you well on your way to being fitter, healthier and prepared to take on the world again.

If you have any other suggestions, let me hear about them in the comments section below.

Until next time,

Rochelle Gravance