Too much?

[Menjo]

I know ther is such thing as too much exercise and i was wondering what i should for my knees. This is whats happening, I would run everyday for 2 miles than another 4 aftmy training around 9pm and I have been feeling pain in both of my knees, and it is a dull pain right below the kneecap. I looked on google and it said rest would solve it, but i really cant stand not being able to run. Does anyone know any techniques to speed up the healing process?

My plan now is just to rest then build up my running again slowly,

[aefibird]

Try and cut down on running a little and see if it improves. If not, go and see a doctor. Your knees are important, especially to a martial artist and you need to take good care of them. Also, check with your instructor that you are performing techniques correctly. Sometimes changing the way you perform a stance or a kick (for example) can work wonders for aching knee joints.

[Aodhan]

I know ther is such thing as too much exercise and i was wondering what i should for my knees. This is whats happening, I would run everyday for 2 miles than another 4 aftmy training around 9pm and I have been feeling pain in both of my knees, and it is a dull pain right below the kneecap. I looked on google and it said rest would solve it, but i really cant stand not being able to run. Does anyone know any techniques to speed up the healing process?

My plan now is just to rest then build up my running again slowly,

How often do you change your shoes? if you are running 6 miles a day, you should be getting new running shoes (For running only, not running shoes that you wear all the time and to go running) about every 6 months. If you are a heavy runner (Hard footfalls, or heavier weight), then you may need to replace them more often. The foam padding breaks down surprisingly quickly, especially if you run a lot. That can also cause knee/shin pain.

Also, the type of shoe matters, depending on if you pronate, supinate, etc. Go to a running store and be fitted if you haven't already.

Aodhan

[Sam]

sound advise.... also go buy a strethcing book (i highly recommend stretching scientifically by Tom Kurz) and work on a routine to build up the strength of your knees..... that can help a whole world - what i did for mind since my many breakages.

[Menjo]

will do

[KLax87]

take a look at Combat Conditioning by Matt Furey.

[cheeks]

Where is the pain? if it is on the outside of your knee cap, and hurts when you walk down stairs thaen it could be IT Band Syndrome (see the link)

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/news/article.asp?SP=&v=4&UAN=215

the trouble with this sort of injury is that unless it is fully healed, it will keep coming back. and you can not run through it. if you are out on a run and can feel pain then stop imediately, it is not worth the long term damage.

as for rehabilitation... i would advise NO running for 2 weeks. when you start up again, start slowly and if you feel pain then quit the session. it will take time....

[cheeks]

http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/2000/02_00/fredericson.htm

and another more detailed link if you are interested...there are examples of stretches further down the page.

[Hawkeye]

If you have access to a pool (or lake, etc.), swimming is great exercise that doesn't put much pressure on joints. This ensures you don't lose conditioning while giving your knees a bit of a break from the pounding. I've also read that doing exercises that strengthen the muscles around your knees is not a bad idea - but check with your doctor or physical therapist first. Prolonged pain anywhere is your body's way of telling you something.

[ItalianMuayThai]

I def agree with you hawk, swimming is very good exercise, you can swim to a shallower end, and work on your kicks and punches, a good bit of water resistance