2011-12-02 04:16:13 +0000 #1
after a spin class i find my knees hurt at the top sides, the points where if you were sat down, where your knees come together. i have had to sleep with a hot water bottle between my knees! it almost feels like an ache or a sun burn. I don't have the pain during a class only after...and it lasts for a few days...and then if my knees generally feel fine, but then i get on the treadmill i have to stop as i can feel it, i know if i start jogging, i would end up injuring them. But when i have jogged without having done any spin classes for ages then i am fine, so its def due to spinning.
at the moment i have just let them recover but will hopefully try another spin class soon.
I have asked for advice from the instructor who showed me how to set up the bike and told me to keep my knees inline. I think the problem might be that when i get tired/put the resistance up too high my knees automatically go inwards. I also dont think i keep my feet straight on the pedals.
Just wondered if anyone else had similar problems or ideas on what else could cause the pain or if you think this could be it? it is a nuisance as i really enjoy the classes, and don't want to give them up. i Also outdoor cycle everyday as that is my transport but I dont get any knee problems from that.
Cheers,thumper
at the moment i have just let them recover but will hopefully try another spin class soon.
I have asked for advice from the instructor who showed me how to set up the bike and told me to keep my knees inline. I think the problem might be that when i get tired/put the resistance up too high my knees automatically go inwards. I also dont think i keep my feet straight on the pedals.
Just wondered if anyone else had similar problems or ideas on what else could cause the pain or if you think this could be it? it is a nuisance as i really enjoy the classes, and don't want to give them up. i Also outdoor cycle everyday as that is my transport but I dont get any knee problems from that.
Cheers,thumper