The Benefits of Combining Fasting and Running for Optimal Health

QuestionHello, I have lost weight(thirty pounds)by fasting 20 hours almost daily and then eating raw honey, veggies, fruit and protein, quit smoking 6 mont

Understanding Sudden Ankle Pain While Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionJohn, I have been running consistently for the past 6 or so years with this year being the first I ran outdoors in the winter. In the past I ran o

Understanding Upper Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Relief

QuestionI have pain in the uppermost curve of my left iliatic crest that feels like an intense pull when I stand and cross my left ankle over my right. &nb

Manual Treadmills: A Surprisingly Effective Workout?

QuestionNick I had to curtail my running to to an injury in my knee, which may be becoming arthritic. I can still walk fine but the running action is not s

Knee Pain After Running: Causes & What to Do

QuestionHi John I am a very new jogger and started about 3 weeks ago. In the past 2 days I have experienced a pain and bruised feeling in my knee, just to

SI Joint Pain: Causes, Treatment & Recovery for Runners

QuestionQUESTION: I have been running since my mid 20s and distance running since my late 20s. I have run 7 marathons and many half marathons along with lo

Boost Your Speed: Short to Mid-Distance Running Workouts

QuestionHey Nick. I just had a quick question. What kinds of things can I do to increase my running speed for short to mid distance? Thanks! AnswerTrack w

Understanding Ankle Pain: Causes, Symptoms & When to Seek Help

QuestionI have been experiencing ankle pain on the outside up my leg a little. It feels like I rolled my ankle but dont remember doing it.  Last night

Knee Pain and Fluid Accumulation: Causes, Symptoms & Relief

QuestionHi, Ive had knee pain on and off for a number of years.  It usually gets worse when I work out a lot.  But I love to exercise.  I

Neck Strain from Running: Can I Race in 8 Days?

QuestionI strained by neck either sleeping or riding a bike in rainy and cold weather last week. But after running following two days, it got much worse. N

Choosing the Best Walking & Running Shoes for Changing Activity Levels

QuestionIve been Nordic walking up and down the hills around my home for several years now.  I wear Spira Classic Walking shoes, which are relatively

Choosing the Best Walking & Running Shoes for Your Activity Level

QuestionIve been Nordic walking up and down the hills around my home for several years now.  I wear Spira Classic Walking shoes, which are relatively

Incline Treadmill Workouts: Frequency & Benefits for Metabolism & Weight Loss

QuestionDr Since I started using this I am actually losing a bit of weight (combined with a healthy diet) and feeling better. My sluggish metabolism also s

Helping a Young Runner Overcome Muscle Pain and Performance Decline

QuestionMy son runs cross county and track.  Last year he placed 1st or 2nd in distance running.  This year Both inner thigh muscles are in pain

Understanding Knee Cracking: Causes, Risks & When to Worry

QuestionQUESTION: Ive been a hard core runner for ten years, but the last years Ive quite due to knee pain and such. Now I stay active with ellipticals and

Jogging Before or After Eating: Expert Advice for Weight Loss

QuestionHello! I wanted to start jogging to get into shape but I dont know whether its best to eat before jogging, or after. If I eat before I get cramps,

Knee Clicking When Going Up Stairs: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi John I am a mom of a 9 month old, and just started back on the treadmill yesterday. I ran at 4.0/hr, for 3 miles and felt great. Im having no kn

Running Knee Pain: Causes, Relief, and What to Do

QuestionQUESTION: Dear Nick, I hope you can answer my question because my knee is hurting right now. Ive started running to a new gym that is nearby and ce

Running-Induced Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes & Recovery

Questionwhen i increase my running past 3 miles. i get severe abdominal muscle pain that lasts for a week. hurts to cough or sneeze and hurts to set up. af

Knee Pain Relief: Understanding & Addressing Persistent Knee Stiffness

QuestionQUESTION: I am 30 female. Ive been in and out of pysical therapy for knee pain as I totally overdid running for ten years.  Now I just do elli