, then they are unable to provide a solid foundation for the legs to work off. (This means a lack of stability, increased strain on the joints and muscles of the lower extremities, and a higher risk of injury.) The core also has an effect on the movement of the leg

individual efforts and our joint effort. We were athletes. We were a team. We were, now more than ever, a family.Waddle on, friends.

hunger, and keeps your muscles and joints fully lubricated. It also prevents you from consuming high-calorie fizzy drinks. Yes, energy drinks are best before, during and after endurance exercise, when you need the extra energy. But simple water can

building.It’s important that you keep each exercise slow and controlled, and concentrate on technique to reduce your chances of injury. Take nice deep breaths, and exhale during the active part of the exercise. And keep your joints ‘soft’ – don’t lock them

up the tiniest amount of excess “padding”. (Women's version available)Sniff test Two runsContact www.nike.comRonhill Aspire Crew - £20 This ladies T-shirt is the joint-cheapest tested and, like the Concurve, is pretty simple. It has flat seams

If you think a real knee is easily damaged, try taking out your frustrations on a fake one. A busted fake knee stands on my desk – a life-size prop of the kind that experts whip out to explain why this critical yet critically vulnerable joint can

, swimming or racquet sports, then these will help improve your stability. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that you might also increase your risk of injury as well.Pilates Pilates will increase your stability and the health of your joints by improving

, you can't control the movement of your torso as well, and you risk putting excess force on your joints each time your foot lands. This can lead to pain under the knee (known as 'runner's knee'), patellar tendinitis (a sharp pain in the bottom

mineral molybdenum, which assists energy production in your cells.Iceberg lettuceIt's always been An inexpensive way for restaurants and takeaway joints to offer a green salad with every meal.It's also A source of vitamin K (one  75g serving provides up

fraction of the strain on your joints, bones and muscles. "It's a good way to increase the length of your runs without stressing out your body," says Anderson. "A session might involve aqua-jogging for 60 minutes at threshold heart rate. Then come out