How can one become a professional bodybuilder and still maintain healthy knees?

3 Responses to “How can one become a professional bodybuilder and still maintain healthy knees?”

1. Forager says:

   March 10, 2010 at 8:49 am

   To be any sort of big guy, body builder or power athlete, you are going to need to squat and deadlift etc., which can potentially damage your knees.

   Tough. That’s the way it is.

   You can reduce damage and risk vastly though by learning perfect form in your lifts and using knee wraps as your lifting weight starts to get big. Also warm up well and do your stretches!
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   Check my avatar – no knee problems at all.
2. HayHay says:

   March 10, 2010 at 9:33 am

   try and take glucosamine supplements which will help prevent any form or joint damage when doing heavy weight training
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3. brainy smurf says:

   March 10, 2010 at 9:41 am

   It is normal to have wear and tear on your knees as a body builder, but you trainer will show you the proper method to soften your knees to minimise the damage.
   And you will not damage your knees to the point that you cannot walk.
   Relax, you will be ok, just go slowly and if you have pain, in the knee or lower back, stop and take a break.
   The exercises and the machines that are available now make it much safer
   Contact me if you need anything
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