Does running wreck knees?

Results:

• Studies generally show that distance running does not wreck most runners’ knees and, instead, fortifies them.

• Study after study indicates running rarely causes or exacerbates arthritis in most runners’ knees, even older runners.

• Bottom line is that cartilage does become more robust” with running.

Conclusion: “Contrary to popular opinion, distance running rarely causes knee problems in runners, and often leaves joints sturdier and less damaged.”

Website Author: Poor running form or bad training can hurt knees. The above speaks to arthritis and cartilage.

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Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/10/19/running-knee-injuries/

Does running really wreck your knees? Gretchen Reynolds, October 19, 2022

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Note: The website author, in good faith and with brevity and clarity, summarized to get the above text.