[bigchillcar]

for strength training, at 41 i find i need about 400 mg taken an hour before lifting to be able to lift without pain. i do have a professional strength-coaching certification, so i can say that 'i know what i'm doing'..i've just done it very hard for 27 years. my body is starting to talk to me..i may need to start listening soon. i've had luck with glucosamine, albeit nothing prevents pain and inflammation i agree quite like ibuprofen taken an hour in advance.