According to Dr. Daniel Shoskes, a Cleveland urologist who specializes in men's pelvic health, traumatic injury to the prostate is uncommon, although men can have other problems with the prostate gland, especially as they approach middle age. Injury is usually caused by infection, reflux of urine into prostatic ducts or ejaculatory duct obstruction. The inflammation that occurs as a result is what causes symptoms.
Leg Exercise
Leg exercises help to develop the muscles in your legs. Because these muscles can be difficult to increase in size and strength, it makes a difference what leg exercises you do. Working out on a leg press machine is one way to develop strong, muscular quadriceps. If you suffer from low back problems, the leg press may be an easier weight lifting exercise for you to do than squats.
Intensity of Exercise
Although leg presses cannot directly cause prostate injuries, the longer you exercise, your muscles begin to tire and weaken making you more prone to injury. You should always warm up your muscles with five to 10 minutes of light exercise followed by gentle stretching exercises before working out. Excessive exercise can be harmful, as overexertion predisposes you to injury. Moderation is key.
How to Use a Leg Press Machine
When using a leg press machine, sit with your back firmly against the backrest. Position your feet together against the footrest. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart with your toes pointing outward. Grip the handles or the sides of the seat before releasing the supports. Extend your legs until they are nearly straight. Bend your knees as you slowly lower the weight. Avoid bending at the waist, as you don't want your hips to lift up off the seat. If your hips move, this could strain your lower back. Rest for a few seconds before pushing the weight back up, using your heels and not your toes. Don't lock your knees.
Causes of Prostate Problems
Common causes of prostate problems include prostate enlargement and acute and chronic infections known as prostatitis. Men usually develop problems with the prostate gland after age 50. When the prostate gland becomes enlarged, it squeezes the urethra, causing urinary difficulties. This is often the first sign that a man has prostate problems. Unlike acute or chronic bacterial prostatitis, the cause of nonbacterial prostatitis is unknown, although pelvic floor muscle strain is a possible cause. While not common, trauma related to mountain biking can be a triggering event. Regular prostate examinations and blood tests can catch problems early, thereby preventing the potential for more serious complications later on.
References
- Daniel Shoskes: Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Clinic: Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment
- Man-Health-Fitness-Solutions.com: Leg Exercises For Strength and Leg Exercises Advice and Routines For Big Leg Muscles
- Stanley Ducharme: Prostate Problems, Spinal Cord Injury and Sex
- Monterey Bay Urology Associates: Prostatitis Overview
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