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[1] Sharp pain and cramping in the knees and related thigh area. A tight IT band often causes soreness on the outside of the knee and lower thigh. [2] Downhill hiking with a heavy pack is murder on weak knees and quads.Poor alignment of the hip, knee, and ankles can contribute to knee pain as well. Hikers with different-length legs are likely to have alignment issues. [3] Use trekking poles to decrease impact. Improve alignment and foot strike with good form. Also, strengthen core muscles so that your torso stabilizes pack weight, reducing strain on legs and knees. Stretch your IT band. [0] 
Sore quadsand/or knees
S t r a i n e d c a l v e s
R o l l i n g a n a n k l e
S o r e q u a d s a n d / o r k n e e s
H i p b u r s i t i s
M e t a t a r s a l g i a
P l a n t a r f a s c i i t i s
How to Walk
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