AS A RUNNER, I’m always trying to convince my friends to join me on a jog. I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard “I would, except, you know—my knees,” or “you’re so lucky your knees can handle that.” For some, running is synonymous with knee problems. And it’s understandable—a lot of people do experience sharp twinges or a relentless aching when they first start pushing mileage. But this myth often stops people from running before they even start.
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