Tag: joint-health

I'm new to cardio and worried about my knees. I've been mostly sedentary for two years and gained some weight during a stressful period. My doctor said to start slow and prioritize low impact. Treadmills feel intimidating and running outdoors has not gone well. I do have access to a bike, a park, and a small apartment space. Time-wise, I can spare 30 minutes a day and five days a week. What beginner plan builds endurance without flaring up joints? I'm happy to track heart rate if that helps and grateful for gentle progression steps. I'm pretty new to this and don't want to overcomplicate it. I learn best from step-by-step examples or what you'd repeat if you started over. I work full-time and squeeze this in around dinner and bedtime. I learn best from step-by-step examples or what you'd repeat if you started over.