Joints Cracking

Why do my joints crack?

Could this mean they are being stressed/trained too frequently?

I would guess they are getting worn out. have you noticed any pain in the joints in question?

The cracking itself may not hurt or be a problem but for me it has always accompanied some kind of injury or strain. Often after the injury is healed the cracking is still there (and I guess harmless).

Google is a helluvathing
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/joint.html