Can a Simple Walk Keep Your Knees Strong for Life?
Do you know that 528 million people globally had osteoarthritis, and about 73% of them were over age 55, with 60% being women? In the UK, 25-47% of older people experience it, and in Australia, up to 52% of women over 70 are affected. You must have heard from your grandparents and older people how knee pain interferes with their everyday life. It’s one of the most common complaints associated with ageing, often limiting quality of life. Many people believe that only intense workouts or expensive treatments can keep their knees healthy. Neglecting a simple knee pain relief exercise , like daily walking, may lead to several issues, like discomfort after 50 or arthritis. But the good news is that you can strengthen the joints by building a healthy habit, and you don’t need heavy weights, complicated routines or expensive therapies. In this blog, you’ll explore how something as easy as walking can strengthen the muscles, improve joint health, support mobility and protect y...