I've graduated to "late thirties" now and I've picked up so many small injuries that won't go away. Twisted my ankle 2 years back, still hurts but doesn't prevent me from doing anything. Fell while skiing a year back and my shoulder hurts whenever I do anything.
Any tips on how to:
Obviously nobody can diagnose injuries based on Lemmy comments. My advice is to find a good physical therapist. I found one who specializes in my sport (powerlifting) and he fixed a nagging injury I'd had for years.
Hot packs might help discomfort but they won't help heal anything. Warming up is certainly important. Stretching could be important but the hard part is figuring out what you specifically need to stretch, which is where a physical therapist can help.
I'm running, doing core and arm workouts and eating well, and losing weight - but I can't seem to shift the belly fat.
Is it just a case of "keep going" and it'll go?
(I've been working out / watching calories for about 2 months and dropped 4 kg, and gone from a 34 to a tight 32 on my pants (trousers). It's just the damn spare tire.)
As an on and off workout person, I usually see more meaningful results at month 3.
And as someone whose fat is on my Calves and thighs, sometimes it's just genetics.
Does anyone know anything about cortisol and running fasted when you wake up? I've been reading online that running when your cortisol levels are high in the AM 'can be bad for your muscles'. My goal is weight loss not performance so I'm wondering if it's really a concern.
(I'm not so worried I think my muscles will vaporize lol)
I don't know a lot about running but that sounds a lot like majoring in the minors. When you get to be an elite level runner maybe worry about things like that but until then I'd just run when it works for you. Your muscles will be fine, although I do know some runners who do a little strength training which you can consider.
What are some good knee exercises? Anytime I sit on the train for more than an hour my knees are just crying out in pain
I would try getting up and walking around every 15 minutes or so if you can. If that doesn't work or you can't, I'd see a doctor or physical therapist. Diagnosing pain from a comment on the Internet is a recipe for a bad time.
Step Up Exercises might be something to consider. You defs need to see a doctor/phisio to get a specific diagnosis.
A lot of body pain is caused by muscle imbalance so anything besides the correct exercise can actually make the problems worse.