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Expert: Ken Alan - 6/5/2006


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I have started excersize program that includes strengh-training with light weights, yoga and pilates. I would like to add some cardio - but I have pretty bad knees and running has been out of the question. In fact anything that puts stress on my knees is painful. Do you have any suggestions?

Thank you.

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How about walking?  Swimming, biking, skating, eliptical trainer are all non-impact.  Try some low-impact video workouts and see how they feel on your knees.

Glad you're interested in doing activity.  Just have to find the ones you enjoy and that you can tolerate.

Hope this helps.

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Ken Alan

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To build a strong body, build a strong body of knowledge. Exercise workouts, training programs, classes, program design, workout music, motivation. Cardio, strength, flexibility.

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AeroBeat.com, the first fitness music company. Program design/choreography, 7 Richard Simmons videos. Co-star, 4 Time-Life Medical exercise videos. Chapter author: "Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults" (Human Kinetics), "Fitness Theory and Practice" (AFAA), "Fitness for Travelers" (ACE). Lecturer, California State University, Fullerton California, Department of Kinesiology.

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ACE, ACSM, AFAA, IDEA, NSCA, CAHPERD

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Men's Fitness, Men's Health, Men's Journal, Shape, Weight Watchers, O, Self...

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Certifications: ACE, ACSM, AFAA.

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IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year

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Previous clients... Jodi Foster, Priscilla Presley, Barbra Streisand, Sylvester Stallone...

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