The initiation, progression, and severity ofknee osteoarthritis (oA)bas been associated with to decreased muscular strength and alterations in joint biomechanics. Chronic oA pain may lead depress fear of movement, and poor psychological outlook. The fear of movement uld lead to further physical and may prevent participation in exercise and social events which effective intervention bo for solation, Resistance exercise (RX) has been shown to be an Rx may restore musel decreasing pain for improving physical function and self-efficacy. also normalize muscl and function. Rx may and joint mechanics while improving physical cartilage degradation firing patterns and joint biomechanics leading to reductions in joint pain and anxiety and These physical adaptations could lead to improved self-efficacy and decreased spectrum. RX can be prescribed and performed by patients across the OA severity important to When designing and implementing an RX program for a patient with knee OA, it is or a consider both the degree of OA severity as well as the level of pain, Rx, either in the the fitness facility, is an important component of a comprehensive regimen designed to offset this physical and psychological limitations associated with knee OA. Unique considerations for population include: monitoring pain during and after exercise, providing days adherence. disease flares occur, and 3) infusing variety into the exercise regimen to encourage adherence.