Chronic knee pain crept up on me, slowly getting worse over 7 years. I tried everything – knee straps, sleeves, ice, endless passive stretching – but nothing truly solved it. It was frustrating and made even simple movements painful. Eventually, I found three key movements that played a huge role in my recovery: Backwards Sled – This low-impact exercise targets the VMO muscle near the knee, helping build strength around the joint without stress. It’s an awesome addition for building pain-free movement. Step-Ups – By focusing on controlled step-ups, I built stability and range, training my knees to handle real-life movement again. It was a crucial step in rebuilding confidence on my feet. ATG Split Squats – These work through a full range of motion, strengthening the tendons and muscles around the knee. This movement helped me restore strength and flexibility in ways I didn’t expect. These movements weren’t the only answer, but they were essential steps in getting pain-free and moving confidently again. If you’re battling knee pain, these could be a great place to start exploring what works for you. #jumpersknee #kneepain #runnersknee #patellartendonitis #physiotherapy #tendonitis #tenniselbow #physio #kneeinjury #athletictraining #plantarfasciitis #strengthtraining #fitness #physicaltherapy #athletictrainer #sportsinjury #kneerehab #sportsperformance #rehab #mobilitytraining #plyometrics #injury #plyometricstraining #injurypreventiontraining #chronicpain #explosivetraining #sportsperformancetraining #strengthandconditioning #athleticperformancetraining #personaltrainer