Wow, Bryan..I actually agree with what you've said 100%! [img]smile.gif[/img]
I especially like the part about whether you want to continue traumatic shock type sports if you have chronic knee (or any kind of lower body joint) problems. I've had to slowly give up or pare back the things I used to love (running, basketball, football, soccer, tennis) in order to remain mobile and functional as I get older. But I've been able to replace those activites with others that are less jarring on my knees (cycling, climbing, lifting).
Interestingly, I was able to do 'ass to the ground' squats for the first time in 12 years the other day. A testament to protecting the knees, strengthening the lower body muscles and, of course, G+C.
