Downhill Knee Pain After Knee Surgery: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, I wonder if you can help. I recently had an OP on my knee, and got the cartillage cleaned out behind the knee cap. All went well and am fully

Chondromalacia Patella: Understanding Post-Meniscus Repair Pain

QuestionOn November 1, I had 20% of my meniscus removed because I tore it.  Recovery was going great until January.  I started light running, and

Understanding and Preventing Calf Cramps During Marathon Training & Racing

QuestionI have run a couple of marathons and I have had significant calf cramping issues: I trained for a about 4 months for my first real marathon. I ran

Knee Pop/Twinge During Running: Causes & What To Do

QuestionI starting running / training last august for a half marathon and completed it in October. Everything went well and i really slowed my running unti

Overcoming Running Struggles: A Guide to 5K Success

QuestionHi, 3 months ago I picked up running again.  In high school and college I played sports, ran, was VERY active. Since starting my first year as

Veteran Runner's Recovery: Returning to Running After Injury & Weight Gain

QuestionI ran the Marine Corps Marathon in 1981 when I was 42 years of age with a time of 3 hours 25 minutes.  I love to run but in l982 had a knee in

No Results After 5 Months of Running Machine Use? - Seeking Advice

QuestionI have always enjoyed jogging so bought a running machine in January and began using it regularly hoping for results. im 23 good health 511 12 sto

Lower Abdominal/Hip Pain: Core Muscle Strain or Other Issue?

QuestionI have been having pain in my lower abdominal/hip area for a couple weeks. At first, I thought maybe PMS cramping, but its not going away and I can

Cross Country Training Plan: Improve Your 5K Time Safely

QuestionHI, Im going to be a senior in high school and Ive been a girls varsity cross country runner for two years.  I have about 14 weeks until my fi

Mid Calf Muscle Pain After Sprinting: Causes & Solutions

QuestionQUESTION: Hi John, After reading some of your excellent advice re sport related injuries to other athletes and sport related types, I hope you cou

Chondromalacia Recovery: A Runner's Guide to Pain Relief & Return to Running

QuestionHello, I was recently diagnosed (by an orthopedist) with chrondomalacia. Im 32 and have been a steady distance runner since I was 14. My typically

The Benefits of Long-Distance Jogging for Weight Loss & Stress Relief

QuestionHi John After a lot of experimenting on different exercise for weight loss and stress relief,including weight lifting,cardio machines, and HIIT tra

Achieve a 17:30 5k: Training Plan & Advice for Runners

QuestionHi my name is Neil I went to state with my team last year and peaked at a 19:03 at regionals. I was wondering if it is plausible to run at least a

Best Time of Day to Run: Optimize Your Workout & Energy

QuestionI often read about people waking up at 4:30 AM just to go for a run. I know this may be due to the fact that this is the most convenient time for t

Ankle, Knee & Lower Back Pain After Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi I am 35 years old and weigh 70kg. I am 12% body fat. I have been weightlifting(natural no steroids) and cardio training(cycling) for years altho

Running for a Six-Pack: Does it Really Work?

QuestionWhat does running do? Does it make you become skinnier? Im wondering becuase this summer Im on a mission to get healthy and get a 6 pack. Will runn

Jogging in Your 70s: Benefits & Safety Tips for Seniors

Question its my photo Im 72 & walk an hour a day. Will jogging benefit me further & is it advisable to do short joggings at my age. AnswerHi Samir First

Why Am I Vomiting After Running? Causes & Solutions

Questiondear john, after every training session,I vomit quite excessively for 10-15 minutes, mainly liquid, but there are small solid parts. I eat between

Running Knee & Shoe Fit: Junior vs. Women's Running Shoes

QuestionQUESTION: I am 25 year old female, and I have been running for about a year. I usually run 10-15 miles per week. I weigh about 128lbs. My question

Runner's Knee Recovery: A Guide to Relief and Return to Running

QuestionQUESTION: I have been trying to recover from runners knee and saw that you had a program, but couldnt find it. Could you e-mail it or post it? I a