Half Marathon Training Plan for Beginners (50+)

QuestionI am a 50-year-old female (53 / 128 pounds)who just signed up for a half-marathon for the end of January.  I am a recreational jogger/power-wa

Why Am I Not Sweating During Exercise? - Fitness & Physiology

QuestionHey, why dont I sweat much? Today me and my friend jogged a mile. Same speed, same distance, and next to each other (about 7-9 min mile) He was swe

Why Are My Legs Heavy During Runs? – Training & Recovery Tips

QuestionI have been starting to increase my miles each week, do a track workout, fartlek with some long runs in there.  I am starting to feel my lungs

Understanding Ankle and Foot Pain During Exercise: Causes & Solutions

QuestionQUESTION: I havent been running much for years as my ankles do not allow me to. Whenever I start jogging/running, immediately both my ankles (down

Knee Pain & Foot Numbness: Causes, Treatment & Relief

QuestionHi John, First off, thank you for all the great information you post. I am a 35 yo woman, and had been running about 25-35 miles/week earlier this

How to Build a Consistent Running Habit: Tips for Students

QuestionQUESTION: Im in grade 11 I run at the lake almost everyday for 30-45mins, During the summer I usually go running at night near to 9, I ran about 4

Cross Country Training: Optimize Your Running & Recovery for Peak Performance

QuestionQUESTION: Hello, I have been running for a few years now. I just joined a cross country team, and I really want to improve. I would consider mysel

Why Do I Get Headaches While Running? Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi John:  Last year I began running 3 -4 miles on a treadmill, 4 days a week.  After 6 months, I entered a 3.5mile company race and after

Running Programs for Slimming Thighs: A Guide for Runners

Questionhi there i am 29 and was in the armed forces when i was younger so did alot of running and also ran for scotland at high school age. i am of really

Safe Jogging Program for Over 50s: Returning to Fitness After Smoking

QuestionHi John I am 56 years old , 200 lbs and 61 and an x smoker of a 4 months I would like to know how to begin a jogging program at my age my goal is

Running Ailments: Expert Advice for Runners - Injury Prevention & Recovery

QuestionHello John, Let me up front apologize for the length of the following e-mail.  I did not want to include quite so much but felt it necessary

Hip Pain After Running: Causes, Relief & Prevention

QuestionHi john, Im 23 and just completed my first half marathon 2 weeks ago. I felt fine during the race, until the last mile or so, I started getting a

Popping Knee When Bending: Causes, Risks & What to Do

QuestionI just recently started jogging as I have always been walking, i recently developed this popping knee.  I am back to walking but when I bend t

Nose vs. Mouth Breathing While Exercising: What's Best?

QuestionHi John, I jog or do fast-walking everyday.  Should I breathe through my nose or mouth (or both) when I am exercising?  I thought that b

Running for Weight Loss: A Beginner's Guide for Overweight Runners

QuestionQUESTION: Hello. Im a 37 year old woman, about 60 lbs. overweight. Im not a fan of exercise - I realize the importance of it, but I get bored easil

Is It Safe for a 50-Year-Old to Start Playing Soccer?

QuestionQUESTION: Hi! My husband did not play organised soccer as a kid but he can kick a ball and dribble,etc. He has started indoor playing once a week w

Right Knee Pain: Causes, Potential Solutions & When to See a Doctor

Questionhey i was trying to figure this out. i use to love to run until i began feeling a pain on the right hand side of my knee. i usually can push throug

Marathon Muscle Cramps: Causes, Prevention & Recovery

QuestionHi, I am 29 and recently finished my first marathon in Baltimore. I felt that I was well trained. I had run 2 20 mile runs, 1 21 mile run, and I th

Sudden Left Knee Pain After Run: Seeking Diagnosis & Recovery Advice

QuestionDuring a run of 3mi in ~30min i developed left knee pain after 2mi. I finished 3mi, walked another .25mi. An hour after stopping, i was unable to w

Running Pain Relief: Ankle & Shin Splint Solutions

QuestionHi! Ive recently taken up running after a long time with no real exercise. I know my body will be in pain as its not used to it but when i go runni