Ask Eric: Runner’s Knee
Will the excercises on Magnificent Mobility help treat runner’s knee, along with the tight IT bands and hamstrings? Are there different exercises which you would recommend for the knee/IT band problems?
I haven’t bought the dvd’s yet, but if they’ll help my knees I’d consider it.
Absolutely, Peter. Most knee issues arise from lack of mobility at the ankles and hips – so one goes to the knee (what should be a stable joint) and creates range of motion. We’ve had a lot of great feedback from people with bum knees who have seen great results with the DVD.
Mike and I are more than happy to help you customize the drills to your needs.
I’d also recommend that you pick up a foam roller to work on soft tissue quality in the ITB/TFL. You can read more about it here. I’d also recommend that you take a lacrosse ball to your calves and glutes to free up any restrictions that are there – very common in anterior and lateral knee pain.