aefibird Posted June 13, 2004 Posted June 13, 2004 BritNoob, I have a knee injury in my right knee that sounds like yours. I injured my knee a few years ago when horseriding and it's never been right since. It clicks when I walk and does the popping thing (like yours does) when I bend it. My kneecap is wearing away & I've got cartilage probelms too. I'm currently having physio on it. My physiotherapist tuts at me for training in martial arts, but I'm sure that's more to do with the fact that she doesn't fully understand what we actually do - she probably thinks we're ninjas and spend all our time scaling walls and dropping on peoiple by surprise! lol:lol: I find that really hot water helps my knee, eg having a good long soak in the bath with help it. I also have a neoprene knee strap that I use for MA, which I find helps to support it and means it doesn't creak so much when I train. Apart from that, I have to be careful with Kibadatchi (horse-riding stance) and also when doing certain kicks. As long as you train carefully and sensibly then you'll probably be OK if your knees have always clicked. If a good warm-up seems to help the problem then make sure you always warm up and cool down after every session. I'd go and see your doctor about it if it gets worse or if you're worried about it, though (free medical treatment on the NHS - there are some benefits to living in the UK! lol). Tell your sensei about your knee problem too. He or she should be sympatheic to it and understand that there's maybe techniques you can't do as effectively as if you had 2 working knees. PM me if you want any more info! "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers!
Kane Posted July 13, 2004 Posted July 13, 2004 Hi BritNoob, I completely agree with aefibird. Go see a doctor about your knee, just in case. But make sure you go to a sports medicine clinic. That way you'll likely avoid being told to just stop the aggravating activity (MA, in your case). My knees aren't so grand themselves, but I have a great sports doctor and physio, and my MA training has actually improved the state of my knees. It's crucial that you let your instructor know that you have bad knees, though, so that he/she can pay specific attention to correct posture and body alignment. When performed correctly karate should not hurt your body. Best of luck!
luke_f34 Posted July 15, 2004 Posted July 15, 2004 "Do you have any advice that is useful when starting out? Like what are good things to eat during the week and foods I should avoid?" DO NOT eat fast food often. I eat it less than 10 times a year and I am in great shape, but that may be becuase I am young and very active. And remember eat in moderation and don't completely cut anything out of your diet, just don't eat that food constantly. God grant me the sirenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.Yellow Belt
luke_f34 Posted July 15, 2004 Posted July 15, 2004 oh yeah and that low carb diet is a good theory... If you sit on your butt all day and don't do anything. that diet is the worst for a martial artist because carbohydrates is what give you energy. cross-country runners and bikers eat lots of carbs the day before a big race. God grant me the sirenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.Yellow Belt
rt_gadgetboy Posted July 16, 2004 Posted July 16, 2004 Hi all, I'm new to karate as well, started a couple of weeks ago and just got my Gi yesterday. Been checking out ways to tie my belt, its been good fun. I now look forward to each training day, hopefully my fitness will improve over time.. rt_gadgetboy
aefibird Posted July 16, 2004 Posted July 16, 2004 Hi gadgetboy! Welcome to Karate Forums! Why not pop along to the Intriductions forum and say hi to everyone there Welcome also to Martial Arts. I hope you keep at it and keep on enjoying it. "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers!
BritNoob Posted July 16, 2004 Author Posted July 16, 2004 I didn't see the introductions forum there Oops
Kamiya Posted July 16, 2004 Posted July 16, 2004 I'm new to karate as well, started a couple of weeks ago and just got my Gi yesterday. Been checking out ways to tie my belt, its been good fun. Whaaa, I'm jealous! When I started last Friday, they only had the top of the gi for me, so I still don't have pants or a belt! ~Erin9th Kyu"Don't hit at all if it is honorably possible to avoid hitting; but never hit soft."~ Theodore Roosevelt
BritNoob Posted July 16, 2004 Author Posted July 16, 2004 Well I only got mine 2 lessons ago and I'm still struggling to get used to it. The trousers seems to come loose too easily when working out. I'm forever tying them again to make sure they don't slip down to my ankles as they're so big at the waist despite being a small size.
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