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Am I too heavy for my knees?
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Published on 8 June 2023
Being overweight puts you at a higher risk of knee deterioration. Learn why maintaining a
healthy body weight is important for your knees and overall health.
Knee lifts into extension
Bend your right knee and bring your thigh
parallel to the water surface. Straighten your
right knee forward and hold the position for
a few seconds. Then lower your right leg
down slowly, keeping your right knee
straight. Repeat 10 times. Repeat with your
left leg.