Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Ouch! Knee Pain from strength exercises

Hey Guys,

Ok, so I've been trying really hard to get myself back into shape after being sick and inactive for so long. As some of you will know from my previous posts, I have been walking long distances regularily for about 2 months, and have just started attempting to run.

I also wanted to do some strength training, specifically things to focus on belly and legs (probably areas). I saw what I thought looked like a good workout in Cosmo, and I gave it a try. It involves mostly things like squatting, ballet lunges etc. with the use of small handweights (3 lbs) and also uses an exercise ball for some of the exercises.

Anyways, I know I lost a lot of muscle mass when I wasn't eating, but I found this to be nearly impossible! My thighs/knees were screaming in pain the whole time, and I could barely squeak out 10 reps.

Does anyone have any advice? I've always had mild knee probelms and used to wear orthotics, so I figure maybe I need them again. But if it really hurts, does that mean don't do it...or do I subscribe to the "no pain, no gain" theory?

Thanks,
Kelly

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