Best cardio exercise

[ano]

Im 47 and had a hip replaced about a month ago. A year before the surgery I joined a gym to start strengthening before surgery, and this turned out to be a great idea. My upper arm strength really has helped me out in recovery, and extra leg strength didn't hurt either.

Its my guess that running, a few marathons, and probably an injury 10 years ago led to the need for a new hip. Knee problems 9 years stopped the running, and then that led to some weight problems.

To make a long story short, I HAVE to keep at cardio to keep my weight in check. Before surgery, the elliptical trainer was the only thing I could do without pain. My new goals are to get the exercise I need and minimize hip wear. Which is best, worse? I've been sticking to elliptical and recumbent bike. Are these best? I like the stair climber and treadmill, but I fear wear might be worse. Any studies on this?

Thanks. Love this site.

Allen

 

[BigDog Mom]

Hi Allen,
In fact there is a good journal article titled "Return to Athletic Activity after Total Hip Arthroplasty". It is in The Journal of Arthroplasty Vol 22 No. 2 2007.
I'm sorry I don't remember what site I used to find it. I did download a copy if you need me to attach it. I am not sure what the rules are for attachments for this forum.

Best wishes,
Donna

 

[ano]

Found it here:
http://www.minitotalhip.com/webpages/ReturnAthleticActivity.pdf

Thanks. Very helpful.

 

[Josephine]

I am not sure what the rules are for attachments for this forum.

Best wishes,
Donna

Anything that is helpful to others is fine by me, BDM!