This is the question many people think about starting out with a workout. For a long time it was believed that running leads to wear and tear. A misconception: because only movement keeps the joints healthy. Listen to the new episode of our podcast, “She’s Running. He’s Running.”
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Even when I started running a few years ago, I kept coming across the sentence: “Oh, I can’t do that, my joints.” This was usually followed by a concerned look and sometimes a casual rubbing of the knee. It was then that an orthopedic surgeon advised me: “Don’t run, it will only lead to osteoarthritis.” Even though the older man in a white coat was working at a prestigious university hospital, I decided at the time to ignore his advice. It may sound reckless, but back then I relied on my feelings. And that told me: exercise is good for you.
The cartilage needs movement, this is the only way to function properly
Today, many, many years later, I know that I did everything right. By now we know that running is especially good for the joints. There are even now doctors who say that many of their patients only need artificial joints because they move far too little. The idea behind it: The human organism needs space to run so that it can function properly. If he does not get it, he will be damaged. Not only on the cardiovascular system – but also on the joints.
The new episode of the podcast “She runs. He runs” is all about joints and sports. I talk to my co-host Mike Kleiss about why the cartilage between the joints in particular benefits from movement. We are clearing up some widespread prejudices. And answer the important question: Can anyone actually walk? Listen in and you will also find out why the sentence: “My joints cannot take this” is incorrect in the vast majority of cases. And how walks can be the best start to a great running career.
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