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Is parachute training safe for knees/back? i have seen that ankle weights are not advised for running. are parachutes ok or unneeded stress as well?
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Safe if U have no. .: ...knee or back issues. Also if U try it & it is painful, try something else.
Answered 8/4/2014
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