• teft@lemmy.world
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    5 hours ago

    Not just weight. It’s lack of exercise. I’m 41 and my knees and back are fine even after a stint in the army. Gotta keep using those muscles and joints if you want to use them when you’re older.

    • Lightfire228@pawb.social
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      1 hour ago

      I recently got a balance board and it has really done a number on my ankles, legs, and core strength.

      It is insane how degraded your ancillary muscles get from a sedentary lifestyle

      Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is also a really good full body workout

    • Nommer@sh.itjust.works
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      2 hours ago

      One of previous jobs worked me so hard my leg hurts when a storm is coming. This happened in my early 20s