In 2005, researchers found that if an overweight or obese person with knee osteoarthritis loses one pound, that equates to four pounds of pressure taken off the knees. That means losing just 5 pounds will take 20 pounds of pressure off your knees. - Upgoat

In 2005, researchers found that if an overweight or obese person with knee osteoarthritis loses one pound, that equates to four pounds of pressure taken off the knees. That means losing just 5 pounds will take 20 pounds of pressure off your knees.
submitted by Systemisgay to fitness 3.2 yearsApr 1, 2022 21:30:06 ago (+5/-2) (fitness)

I'll play Devil's Advocate because OP is retarded. When you're moving only one leg is carrying the weight. Then take into account momentum and you get your 1:4 ratio.

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