5 exercises to STRENGTHEN arthritic knees WITHOUT more pain

This instructor has a very nice manner. Authoritative and expressive, while also quiet and comforting. Also, the instructions are very clear and easy to follow.

So thrilled that I discovered this! I am 70 yrs old and started walking for fitness... then I tried a little jogging in between... THEN I started experiencing knee pain. I am too afraid to try jogging again until there is some regression of the pain... THEN I found this! I am super grateful! Thank you! 🙏

I had a heart attack 2 1/2 years ago. Six months later it was discovered my iron had dropped quite low. I've had 3 iron infusions since. So with all this happening in a relatively short time, I stopped doing almost everything. I was falling so often that I didn't dare go out for walks even. So, from about 2 years of doing nothing, I've discovered I have extremely weak knees, thighs and entire legs. I'm only 64 years old. I should be able to get up from the floor! I stumbled (no pun intended!) onto this video. This looks perfect for me! I see you have other videos that address my problems. I'm going to subscribe and save some of these videos. Thank you so much! I'm going to start right away.

For me , you are a symble of hope . I find love , empathy , concern and kindness in your narration. Very practical. God bless you.

I agree with the previous commentor. Those chair squats with the pillow OUT really made all the difference in doing this type of exercise. I haven't been able to do these chair sits for ages and now you have taught me this valuable technique, I am so grateful. Sometimes you feel like giving up and thinking there's no hope for recovering my knee health, but you have restored that hope, so well done Alyssa.

Perhaps the best exercise video I have watched. These exercises can be useful for anybody, not just those with arthritis. Most people sit for too long, so these exercises will help to keep the leg muscles in order. I love the way she takes time to explain every exercise in detail, e.g. where to place your feet, how far to bend etc. I also think that it is great that Alyssa takes the time at each stage to explain which muscle group is being strengthened. We learn not only how to do the exercise but why and how we are going to benefit from it. Many Thanks.

I really like your presentation. The way you talk creates confidence. Reassuring and kind.

I am suffering with knee pain for a year or so I did try this exercise and is working perfectly my problem was gone , I did follow the exact instructions, and iam so happy and pain free This video, made me happy and healthy ,highly recommended just try it, Thanks so much 😊

I'm extactic that I found this video. I find these exercises helpful. I'm 81 and played tennis for more than 50 years, but had to stop because of knee injury. I've had several gel injections but not too helpful. I'm afraid of surgery so I'm trying these exercises and I feel hopeful. Your manner of speaking and your encouragement is so special. Thanks 😊

Excellent program .The movements are broken down, explained in detail and demonstrated by video . I really feel better after following this video and I have hope that the function of my arthritic knees will improve . Thank you very much for all these detailed ,clear, precise and accurate explanations.

This video has very clear instructions. Great job with that

I appreciate your explanations. It helps me perform the movement when I know the "why".

Good morning I just found your video this morning when looking for exercises that I can start doing at home. I have had RA in my knee since I was 2 years old and I am 53 now. The years of constant inflammation have now cause OA in my knee. I have recently begun Orthovisc injections, however I know I need to exercise this leg. It is starting to feel very weak from preferring the other leg for so long. This is probably the best PT video I have watched. You are very thoughtful to explain each exercise and how it will strengthen the knee. Thank you.

I am doing my best to not get to the point where I need surgery. I have watched many videos, but none have been as clear and doable as this. I was really proud that I could do all of the 20 reps for all five exercises and I could feel the good 16:29 pain so I know I’m in the right direction. Well, I learned about myself is my left leg is much weaker than my right and my right leg is the most painful. Thank you for this.

Absolute best video I have ever experienced regarding this issue! Thank you AK!!

Thank you for this excellent video. I had a knee and ankle injury and was having difficulty climbing stairs without pain, but after watching your video, you have given me hope. You are awesome! ❤

I like the simplicity of these exercises. After 30 years of playing competitive squash, my one knee is gone. I'm hoping to build up the strength of my knee and avoid surgery. Thanks for sharing these.

Brilliant. Clear. Organized. So very useful. Thank you.

You are so kind and vivacious. I'm gonna try this stuff. I'm fat 61and not very flexible. Just watched your video and I think I can do these exercises. My only regret is that I don't have you here to assist me. God bless.

I hit that sub button so fast! Bcuz this is just what I need! I just turned my apt into a mini gym with the goal of repairing my long weakened knees. I just got a mini trampoline, a row n ride squat assist machine, a big exercise ball, a big exercise mat, a treadmill, a high step with 4 risers, a new dumbbell set with the rack, and more stuff. My knees and overall joints been deteriorating for many years and just 10 years ago at age 50, I was in the worst shape of my life. Walking like a duck and real real slow. Really needing a walker or at least a cane, but was too stubborn to go there. And now at 60, I regained so much mobility that it’s incredible. That changing my diet accomplished. Going on the carnivore diet. My walking speed has become normal, no more duck walk, lost 87 lbs, and can walk the stairs again. But as far as I’ve come I still got a long way to go. So now, I’m dedicating the rest of my life to exercise with no turning back ever. This is it. Period! My final frontier! One thing that’s really helping me big time is yoga. Which occurs automatically during my meditation sessions. It’s a moving meditation that moves my body around in yogic positions and angles, and works every muscle in my body, but right now it’s working most on my pelvic floor, core, lower back, legs, and eyes. But I’m pitching in to help out too by doing exercise on my own when I’m not meditating. And rebounding on the mini trampoline is helping me big time too. Just doing that for the past few days has reduced my appetite and improved my sleep. 😊