IIN for your leg muscles to shake when walking down the stairs?

You are viewing a single comment's thread.

← View full post
Comments ( 3 ) Sort: best | oldest
  • When you move slowly? Sounds like muscle control. My legs shake sometimes if I go down the stairs slow & am wearing heels. You should do some exercise. No, you dont have to go to a gym - playing sports, hiking, walking the dog all are exercise, albeit different amounts and only one may not be all the exercise you need. I maintain myself by riding horses, which is REALLY good for leg & back strength. But you should tell your doctor, even if its just a quick phone call.

    Comment Hidden ( show )
      -
    • I tend to move slowly in the morning, otherwise I usually walk down the stairs very quickly. If I am walking slowly, I notice this shakiness.

      Many of you are insinuating that I don't exercise, but I attempted to imply that I do with my second sentence. I typically exercise 3-5 hours a day for three days a week. My exercising actually tends to focus on the legs, so I don't see how they would be weak.

      Is this not enough exercise? I tend to exercise a lot on Saturdays, and I've heard that it's not always healthy to do a lot of exercise one day of the week only. Should I add some mild exercise in between?

      I think I will mention this to my doctor on my next visit...I'm just not sure when that will be.

      Comment Hidden ( show )
        -
      • It does sound like control then. Yoga might help, or Pilates, or just slow squats or something.

        I have no idea if you exercise, which is why I suggested that you should. It is better to exercise in some way every day, though. Good idea to talk to your doc about it (thats what you pay them for ;-) ) but its not just the amount of exercise, its how you do it. For example, on the treadmill really fast works your body differently than at a high incline. Your doctor, or your gym trainer, could help schedule you the most useful regimen. Good luck!

        Comment Hidden ( show )