I am a 27 year-old female, 5' 7", 135 pounds. I am in pretty decent shape, although I would like to improve overall this summer, so I am trying to work out 4-5 times per week.
I injured my right knee a few months ago because of not stretching before running on the treadmill. I think I tore the outside ligament or strained it really bad, because it hurts after working out and I can't even do the stairclimber at all, period, because it aggravates it too much. Lately I stick to the recumbent bike and spinning class.
In general, my knees hurt after working out, as well. I don't recall this ever being a problem until this year. Are there any recommendations to diminish the impact to my knees, like certain exercises or stretches I can do? Is this something I should see a doctor about? I just feel like they're going to tell me to rest it or get surgery, which I don't want to do, so I haven't gone to the doctor yet.
