Expert: Brandon Briggs, MS - 4/18/2008

Question
Hello Brandon

I am a male age 45. On weekends Sat and Sun I go jogging for around 45 mins each. On weekdays, due to time constraints I do skipping (jump rope) 2x a week for around 25-30 mins to ger the cardio benefit in addition to the jogging.

I would like to know, esp with respect to my case here:
is skipping bad for the knees?
what about jogging, again with ref to my case here?

Thank you.

Sincerely

Eddie

Answer
Eddie,
do you mean in reference to your age? If so age is not the only factor. Other factors such as weight, environment and current knee conditions also play a role. I would have to ask where are you doing the exercise, is it on a hard surface such as cement, or indoors on a surface that has give?

Of course there will be force exerted onto the knee, during either of these exercises, If you happen to be overweight, or already have a preexisting knee condition then I certainly do not recommend these exercises. I am sorry that this may not answer your question, however there are too many factors other than age. If you would like to send me a little more info, I will be glad to get more in depth and help out.

Best regards,
Brandon