HIIT Training for Fat Loss: Is Your Indoor Treadmill Workout Effective?

QuestionJohn I have discovered HIIT training as a way to lose fat in less time,but Im not sure if I am doing it right. I prefer to run indoors on my treadm

Knee Pain from Running: Causes, Relief & What to Do

QuestionQUESTION: Hi John, Im a 51 year old male who just started running two months ago to try to lose some weight and for the last 30 days I have had a l

Understanding Training Peaks and Lulls in Jogging Schedules

QuestionQUESTION: Male 23 6 185 lbs Goal: Fun Diet: 1,900 kcal minimum to 2,400 kcal max. Schedule: 2-5 miles, 3-7 times a week. Terrain: Hills Intensity:

Recovery Strategies for Long-Distance Runners Preparing for Army Service

QuestionDear Rick,          My background is in walking and Kayaking, long distance. I will be joining the a

Persistent Knee Pain: Causes, Relief & What to Do

QuestionJohn, Im a 24 year old male, 59 and 170lbs. Ive always been a fairly active person who exercises often and keeps myself in shape. In the past year

Plateauing in 10K Races: How to Break Through Performance Barriers

QuestionHi John, Im 41 years old and started running about a year ago. 6 months ago, I started joining 10K races and to date have finished 6 races.  

Estimating Sea Level Running Time Drop-Off from High Altitude

Question My 2 mile run time currently @ 5,000 feet is 21:50 I need to be @ 19min flat.  How much time should I expect to drop off the run time @ sea l

Stretching for Runners: Warm-up and Cool-down Best Practices

QuestionHi Jared, This is Baris. I run about 4km everyday, 6 days a week. My question is about stretching. I jog for about 10 mins to warm up then do a set

IT Band Pain & Below Knee Discomfort: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi John: I started running since last one year. I ran half marathon in Oct-08. At the starting of my training i had shin problems. Since i have fl

Severe Calf Pain: Causes, Diagnosis & When to Run

QuestionI have not run for an entire month due to severe pain in both of my calves.  I had not changed my running habits (of about 15-20 miles per we

Improve Your 10K Time: A Runner's Training Journey & Strategies

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Jared, I have been running recreationally for the past year and had started training specifically for 10K runs for the past 5-6 mont

Why Do Runners Vomit After a Race? Causes & Solutions

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Knee Pain After Marathon Training: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI read all the questions that were previously asked but none sounded exactly like my problem. Ive been running Marathons for 10 year and in that t

HIIT Training: Benefits, Adjusting Intensity & Avoiding Overexertion

QuestionHI! i started doing HIIT about a month and i looove it, well i hate it cause it hurts but it has given me great results. at first i tried 15 mins b

Best Running Program for Weight Loss: Expert Advice

Question My goal is to lose weight/fat?and I would like to know which of these 3 programs would be best for this:  1. 5 days a week running 3 miles

Fitness Plan for Young Adults: Exercise & Nutrition Guide

QuestionHey John, I am a 20 year old male.  Im 5 feet 7 inches. I weight 170 lbs with no health problems. I would like to get inshape and healthy ag

Digestive Issues During Races: Expert Advice for Parents

QuestionWould perfer not to call you, if you have advice please send via email.  Im a concerned parent and would appreciate any/all advice that you ha

Knee Clicking and Ankle Pain: Causes & What to Do

QuestionHI.  I am a 45 yo f who has always been very active but who only re-started running about two months ago after 15 yrs.  I started at 1/2

Understanding and Addressing Leg Fatigue in Runners

QuestionHi, I started running a year ago when a friend talked me into doing a triathlon as birthday gift to myself when I turned 50.  I have met awes

Race Training Plan: 3-4km Cross Country - 7 Day Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Hi jared. I have a race on the 10th January. I am 15 years old and the distance will be between 3 and 4 kilometres, x-country. Over the l