
12/01/2025
10 Tips for Healthy Knees and Strong Joints as You Age
One of the largest and most complex joints of the body, the knee is crucial to movement, which means protecting knee joints should be a priority. Our knees make it possible for us to walk, jump, dance, pedal a bicycle, climb steps or ladders, kick balls or tires, squat to sit, or bend to lift a child β all while bearing the weight of our bodies.
1. Get moving
2. Maintain a healthy weight.
3. Protect knees from injury
4. Treat injuries promptly.
5. Pay attention to pain.
6. Kick the habit.
7. Eat a healthy diet.
8. Practice good posture.
9. Take care in selecting footwear.
10. Be good to your bones.