Exercise forms that don't place stress on knees or hips?

[Anonymous]

I'm currently going to physical therapy and am unable to do the majority of my workout due to it causing issues with my hips and knees. What are forms of exercise (especially cardio) that wouldn't put stress on these areas? I've thought about swimming but that turned out not to be a possibility. Thanks :)

[kidmichael1]

Hit the pool Hon. Hydro aerobics. You see, the water only yields as much resistance as your body mass is designed to take. It's perfect. No stressed joints... I'm not talking about swimming, but standing in waist deep water. Why did you say it's not possible. I'm curious.

[Asker]

All the pools at least fairly near me are outdoor, so they're closed at this point. This sucks, as they'd be quite helpful right now.

[kidmichael1]

Ohhh I see. If there are any universities near you, they likely have a natatorium which is likely open to the public. Just a thought.

[martyfellow]

St/tatonary bicycle, swimming, body sculpting classes if you're selective about which exercises you do...

[Anonymous]

Swimming or some forms of yoga. Why isn't swimming possible? Most doctors would certainly recommend swimming given what you want and your conditions.

[Asker]

The pools in my town aren't currently open. I've been interested in doing yoga for awhile now, but I've never gotten into it. Maybe I will :) Do you think Pilates would be too harsh?

[Opinion Owner]

There will be ONLY SOME yoga and pilates you can do, because both have moves that will strain the parts you don't want to strain. In other words, you have to do it selectively. Alternatively, do stretching exercises, move your legs gently whenever you are sitting down.

This is also another link that I've read before which might help :)

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[Asker]

Thanks so much for the link :)

[Anonymous]

cycling and elliptical sound like they're really your only option right now and do them with no resistance at first until you can build it back up.

[peace-love-couture]

Swimming!

YMCA or rec centers have swimming pools

Other than that, walking or maybe bike riding?

[WoIIie]

Ellipticals don't cause stress on the knees or hips.