AboutRegan Case Expertise I can answer any general fitness questions related to weight loss, strength training, lifestyle and weight management, and pre- and post-natal fitness. I also have experience working with post-rehab patients on recovering shoulder, knee and back injuries, and work with senior citizens to improve balance, strength, coordination and prevent falls. I have worked with osteoporosis/osteopenia patients and other special cases directly referred to me from local area Doctors.
Experience ACE (American Council on Exercise) Certified Personal Trainer, training since 2005. Co-founder/Owner of Studio One to One in Alpharetta, GA. I currently write an ongoing fitness article for Around Town Magazine. Please visit us at www.studio-onetoone.com.
Organizations IDEA Fitness Member, American Council on Exercise.
Publications Around Town Magazine, Milton Herald
Education/Credentials ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, AHA Heartsaver CPR & AED Certified. Continuing education in Pre- and Post-Natal Fitness, and Lifestyle & Weight Management.
Awards and Honors 2008 Readers' Choice Award for Best Health/Fitness Center - Around Town Magazine.
Expert: Regan Case Date: 8/5/2008 Subject: working out
Question Dear Sir,
I am 36, weigh 220 lbs (when started exercising 2 months ago) and I have 2 children.
3 weeks ago, I started working out with a personal trainer. We did steps, squats, dumbbells, crunches, treadmill, etc - mostly floor exercises.
Altho I have gotten a little stronger and my weighing scale says ive dropped 8 lbs, I have been experiencing pain in my knee area and also on mt legs at the top of my knee and my shins. I know that starting a workout after never have exercised, my body will be sore but I am a little worried about the pain in my knee especialyl my right leg. I take ibuprofen to relieve the pain but I do not want to continue with that long term.
IS this pain normal? Do I need to see a doctor? Have I injured my knee or leg somehow?
My exercise is quite low impact altho it gets my heart racing and I break a sweat.
Pls advise.
Thank you for your time.
Nora
Answer Nora,
My first thought is that perhaps your shoes may need replacing. I would go to a running shoe store, or another athletic shoe store that specializes in fitting you for the proper shoe for whatever exercise you do regularly. They can hook you up to a computer that will analyze your gait and tell you whether you pronate or supinate. If you're not in the proper shoe for how your foot lands during exercise, it can affect not only your knees and shins, but also your hips and back. Once that's fixed, I'd ask your trainer to work on strengthening your lower body a bit more in detail. You can really work the calves and shins with therabands and tubing efficiently at home, once you have someone show you what to do. If joint pain persists after all these preventative measures, the next step is to have your Dr. recommend an orthopaedic specialist to rule out any ligament or tendon damage. Good luck!
