30/04/2026
In many cases, it’s actually not the knee itself that is the problem.
It’s often about how much load your body is handling and whether it’s fully prepared for it.
A few things that can help:
1️⃣ Continue your exercises for 2–3 weeks after symptoms improve
This helps your body build lasting tolerance, not just short-term relief.
2️⃣ Build strength and control around the knee
Add this to your routine:
• 8–10 slow step-downs (control the lowering)
• 10–12 calf raises (slow tempo)
Focus on control, not speed.
3️⃣ Avoid jumping straight back into full activity
Use the “2 for 1 Rule”: For every 1 day of higher load (sport, long walk, run). Follow with 1–2 lower-load days. This helps your knee keep up with demand
4️⃣ Pay attention to patterns in when symptoms show up
Next time symptoms show up, ask:
• What did I do differently this week?
• Did I increase more than one thing?
• Was I more fatigued than usual?
Patterns = useful information
Remember, your body adapts over time.
The goal isn’t just to get rid of pain temporarily, it’s to build something that lasts.