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Women and Knee Problems
Women are at a higher risk of developing knee problems than men. Women are at an increased risk for developing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. Though the reason for it isn’t clear, the injuries seem to occur more often during times when a woman’s estrogen levels are high (like at ovulation). A woman’s weight distribution may also contribute to an increased risk of knee injuries.
Bees and Knees
A few generations ago, the phrase “the bee’s knees” was common. It meant the height of excellence. If you ever had a knee injury, knee strain, or knee pain you know you do not feel like you are at the height of excellence. Since most tasks and activities involving some walking, you probably felt as high as a bee’s knee, which is pretty low.
How to Avoid Knee Problems
One of the main causes of knee problems is carrying around excessive weight. Those who are obese can loose weight walking. Those who are at a healthy weight can maintain that weight by walking. Walking in the Stepgym shoe increases the work the body does and the harder the body works, the more calories that will be burned.
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