Sharp Heel Pain When Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, so I just started running last week after not having done ANY consistant exercise in over 5 years.  The first day was brutal but I survive

Knee Pain After Exercise: Causes, Relief & When to See a Doctor

QuestionHi, I have been trying to get into shape. I have been going to the gym regularly. Normally I go approximately 5-6 days a week. I jog and walk (I

Knee Clicking: Causes, Risks & What to Do

QuestionQUESTION: Hi John, My question isnt running specific but you sound so knowledgeable that I hope you can offer me some advice.  I am 28 woman

Stuck on Fat Loss? Optimize Your Cardio & Workout Routine

QuestionHi Nick, Im 68kg, 1.7m, 29years old female, BF=25% Im going to the gym every weekday doing: Mon + Thu: whole body workout + 20min cardio Tue + Fri:

Fueling Your Half Marathon Training: Nutrition for Runners

QuestionIm fairly new to running and will be training for my first half marathon.  Ill be using a 16-week training plan and running 3-4 times a week.

Half Marathon Training Plan: Final Month & Tapering Tips

QuestionHi, Ive got a half marathon in about a month and a half that Ive been working up to, and am running about 24 miles a week now, with two days off du

Leg Numbness During Jogging: Causes & Relief

QuestionHello, I am a recreational jogger...mostly to keep fit for curling. I jog 2 -3 times a week for approximately 5 kms. Lately, I have had my lower l

Kneecap Dislocation: Symptoms, Recovery & Return to Running

QuestionDear John, The other day I was playing basketball as part of a break from running, and during the game, my right kneecap went to the left and stay

Long Distance Running & Calf Muscle Changes: What to Expect

QuestionHello! I plan on running next week and keep going until I finally start school again which is in about a month. Ive read on recent forums that if I

Hip Strengthening for Marathon Runners: Preventing Injury & Improving Performance

QuestionHi John, I trained and ran a marathon in 2009, despite issues with ITBS which developed about 2/3 through my 16 week training.  I wasnt fast,

Best Running & Walking Shoes for Blisters & Foot Pain

QuestionHello. Im writing today because Im having an extremely hard time trying to find out what shoes to get for my exercise. Im looking for a good joggin

Knee Pain After Pregnancy: Returning to Running - Causes & Exercises

QuestionI want to get back into running again and it has been 16 months since the last time because I was pregnant. I have gone three times about 4.4 km. I

Path to Professional Running: A Guide for Aspiring Athletes

QuestionHello. I love running and do it nearly every day. Ive entered a few half marathons, a kilomathon would love to enter more 5k and 10ks. I want to be

Understanding and Treating Knee Pain: A Runner's Guide

QuestionHi! Im 24 and have been running seriously for the past 2 to 3 years. Im 54 and weigh between 125 and 130. At my peak i was running about 5-6 mile

Chondromalacia Knee: Finding Effective Exercises & Relief

QuestionI have had ChrondoM for about 5 years now and tried different things in the beginning..I also get a Bakers cyst on the same knee when I start doing

Knee and Ankle Pain After Increased Running - What's Wrong?

QuestionI started running 2 miles a day 5x a week starting at the end if Dec.  I run on our bike/walking paths that are concrete.  Previous exerc

Shin Cramps After Exercise: Causes & Relief

QuestionI know you are a runner, but after playing pickup basketball for a couple of hours I stretch and make sure to take in fluids after each game and af

Knee Pinching During Running: Causes & Solutions for Runners

QuestionHi John...hope you can help...im 64 and an avid daily runner.  Have run 15 marathons in the last 10 years and am scheduled for a half marathon

Post-Run Nausea: Causes, Relief & When to See a Doctor

QuestionHi, I am 16 and more recently I have been experiencing some extreme cases of nausea after I run. To give a little bit of background I play sports y

Big Toe Joint Pain After Fracture Recovery: Is It a Stress Fracture?

QuestionQUESTION: Hi John. Ive been slowly building up mileage for the past two months after recovering from a hip fracture. Now, the top part on the joint