Running & Soccer After 56: Is It Too Late? (Injury Recovery & Fitness)

QuestionNick I am 56. I am also overweight, and out of shape. Up until my late forties, I was still able to run, and even play soccer with my co-workers. F

Psoas Tightness Relief: Stretching & Recovery Tips

QuestionHi Nick. I have cut down on my mileage this season. My body just does not want to run 6 milers anymore. Sometimes even 3 becomes a chore. Any sugge

Orthotics & Running Shoes: Finding the Right Fit After Podiatrist Visit

QuestionGreetings, Dr. Tsatsos... Thank you for reading my question. I am a 55-year-old female 52 weighing approximately 120 lbs. I am a novice jogger, mea

Running for Beginners: Calorie Burn & Muscle-Fat Myth Explained

QuestionI am new to running and can barley make 500 ft. So if I stop to catch my breath and then go on, does it make a difference as far as how many calori

Shin Splints: Causes, Prevention & Relief for Runners

QuestionIve been running 3-4 times a week for over 2 years, about 3K a day. Im in great physical shape and eat well, but still find that I get horrible shi

Does Gluten Cause 'Bonking' During Exercise? Separating Fact from Fiction

QuestionI have heard this nonsense going on at the track, which I call nonsense but Id be curious to hear a second opinion. In specific it is if you eat gl

Goal Setting for Runners: Speed vs. Distance - Find Your Focus

QuestionOut of personal goals, how do you decide if you should focus on running faster or farther? I do have problems with goal setting, I would like to r

Heel Pain & Foot Swelling: Causes, Relief & Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Dr. Tsatsos: I have maintained a great balance for several years, running and exercising.  My routine for the past several years

Nighttime Foot Pain: Causes, Relief & What to Do

QuestionHello, I work in the school district so I am off from work in the summer. I am middle age and quite overweight. I started walking again ,at first 1

The Science Behind Kenyan Distance Running Speed

QuestionDoes anybody know why kenyan runners run so fast in long distance and in middle distance as well? AnswerHernan, This is not my area of expertise,

Running vs. Cycling for Leg Slimming: Which is Best?

Questionhi, I really need to know if running and walking on the running machine or cycling on the exercise bike will make all of my legs from my feet to my

Hip and Side Pain During Running: Causes & Stretches

QuestionHello Nick - Happy New Year I am a right side dominant person and runner (except for hockey and lacrosse. somehow I played those lefty) Lately I h

Understanding Weight Gain While Running: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionI am a 32 year old female, and am 4 11. My average weight has been 99lbs. Recently, i crept up to 103lbs, and i figured it was due to the holidays

Rebounding for Digestive Health & Fitness: A User Story

QuestionNick A few years ago I developed knee problems and had to stop running. I switched to a stationary bike. Since then, my weight has crept up, and my

Quad & Hip Stretch: Addressing Flexibility Imbalance & Knee Pain

QuestionQUESTION: Nick whats the good word? I recently added a quad/hip stretch to my arsenal and have a question. Lying on the stomach I bring my foot up

Hip Bursitis and Knee Pain: Exploring the Connection

Questionam 64 running 15 to 18 miles per week ~ recovering from right hip bursitis ~ sat in car wed morning for 55 minutes  when i  got out of ca

Low-Impact Exercise for Knee Pain & Weight Loss: Aerobics Step

QuestionDR. I am no longer able to run for any distance because of my knees that are both slightly arthritic, and the fact I am overweight by about fifty p

Foot Injury from Fall: Pain, Bruising & Recovery - Expert Advice

Question10 days ago I fell from a chair holding 30lbs and landed with the edge of a baby gate under the arch of my foot. The inner arch bruised and I also

Returning to Running After Knee Surgery: A Doctor's Perspective

QuestionHi Doctor I am 57. I was unable to run for the last three years while I recovered from arthroscopic surgery on both my knees (I am a slow healer),

Knee Arthroscopy Recovery: A Patient's Story & Benefits

QuestionHi Doc Five years ago I injured both knees playing soccer. The right one was a sprain, but the left one was the worst-it had a meniscus tear. It wa