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Author Message zfeallstar06 Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 6:54 am    Post subject: why do my knees hurt after exercising on the elliptical machine?? i use good running shoes while exercising but my knees get really sore after exercising on my elliptical machine. i've been using the elliptical machine for a few months now and my knees just now started hurting. And im not obese or really overweight. what could be causing this?? Back to top Mare Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 7:02 am    Post subject: Definitely doing something wrong. The elliptical is meant to take strain off your knees. Do you keep you feet flat on the machine? There is not need to lift and put pressure on your knees when the machine works with your body ergonomically. Back to top Connor Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 7:03 am    Post subject: they are just soar. have you been doing anything different to them lately such as cracking them? or have you been carrying anything heavier than you normally do? that could be it. Back to top Meme Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 7:03 am    Post subject: I had the same problem. You are creating movement by using too much knee pressure. Over time it will cause problems. Instead try creating movement by shifting hips and weight side to side. Just as effective for cardio but will save your knees! Back to top cute_chocolate_buggie Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 7:07 am    Post subject: Decrease the level and see what happens. You might be pushing too hard or straining something. Back to top bigguy0812 Yahoo User Posted: Mon Jun 30, 2008 7:11 am    Post subject: I did the same thing, but in a little different way as the above poster. I was pumping with the upper part of my quadriceps instead of sliding using my whole leg. Some ellipticals are better/easier to use and don't encourage this type of motion. I find the Precor models to be the best. However, sometimes a cheaper model that is well maintained than some of the Precors that cost more but poorly maintained.Another thing you can try is to raise/lower the incline and resistance. I had trouble on certain inclines and resistance levels. For example, a lot of resistance on lower inclines hurt me worse than any other setting. Back to top stupid Yahoo User Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2008 7:21 pm    Post subject: You should stretch before exercising, otherwise you may strain your muscles. Back to top

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