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When my knee began to buckle, and I was told it was osteoarthritis, I thought my running days were over. But, No! I wrote an article on Medium outlining how I needed to adjust my running to manage arthritis. To find out what worked best physically and mentally without adding extra stress to the knee. From pace adjustment to strength training, it has been a learning curve.
If you are experiencing similar issues, you may wish to read the article at the link below.
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How I Ran Again After Knee Arthritis, and the Practical Management That Made It Work
What I learned about pacing, recovery, and joint-friendly training
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