Persistent Sciatic Pain & Piriformis Syndrome: Seeking Relief

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Nick,  I have a righteous case of the dreaded runners butt (piriformis syndrome) that WILL NOT GO AWAY. I have tried everything

Back Pain While Running: Causes, Prevention & Relief

QuestionHi Nick, Im 24 years old and have been running for about four years (frequency/mileage depending on my school and work schedule). About two year

Improve Your 5K Pace: Strategies for Faster Running

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Nick I am trying to increase the pace of my 5k run. Not to race per se. Pushing my limits keeps me motivated toward a goal and makes

Treadmill Incline: Does it Simulate Hill Running?

Questiondoes the incline treadmill really simulate hill running? You are not actually lifting your body up anything? You are not actually adding potential

Knee and Hip Pain After Running: Causes & Relief

QuestionI have been experiencing soreness on the side of my knee and side of my hip - NOT DURING runs but after. I stretch and use a roller 2x every day. I

Ankle Sprain: Seeking Advice After Twisting and Possible Crack

QuestionDear Dr. Tsatsos, First, thank you for taking the time to answer questions on AllExperts. Its much appreciated by many, Im sure! I am a runner,

Psoas & Glute Discomfort: Causes, Relief & Prevention

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Nick. I am back with a new question. I have been experiencing discomfort in my right Psoas and medius glute. Not really during runs. M

Right Knee Clicking: Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor

QuestionHi,   I run a couple of miles a day when the weather cooperates.  Something happened that never happened before.  One day I fe

Hip Pain Relief: Addressing Tendon Issues & Discomfort

QuestionHi Nick Adding the bridges back to my routine seems to have helped my medius and psoas discomfort. However running seems to be a constant chase af

Recovering from Heel Pain: Returning to Running After Plantar Fasciitis

QuestionDr Tsatsos, Thank you for your work on this site!   Here is my question.  I am a 50 year old male.  I have been a runner for much o

Running in Winter: Treadmill vs. Snow Shoveling - Calorie Burn Comparison

QuestionDaniel - now that winter has arrived in the northeastern US there are going to be snow days when running outdoors is difficult. I have a treadmill

Calf Pain Relief for Runners: Diagnosis & Solutions

QuestionHi, I am a d1 rower, but I love running and I run anywhere from 5-25 miles per week since I was in 8th grade. For the past year, and especially th

Foot Pain & Discomfort When Running: Causes & Relief

QuestionI run 4x a week for almost 2 years and have recently experienced discomfort in my middle toes on my right foot. It is worst when I first wake up. I

Best Shoes for Flat Feet: Stability & Support for Men

QuestionHello, I want to ask about the shoes that are suitable for people with flat feet, I am not sure if this is what falls within your field of experti

Best Shoes for Flat Feet: Stability & Support for Men

QuestionHello, I want to ask about the shoes that are suitable for people with flat feet, I am not sure if this is what falls within your field of experti

Fitness Guidance for College Students: Building Strength & Endurance

QuestionDear Daniel, I am a College student. I havent practised any sports in years. About a month ago I started going to the gym to get in shape. In the

Piriformis Pain Relief: Causes, Self-Care & When to See a Doctor

QuestionQUESTION: Happy new year Nick. I have been having a pain in my butt. LOL. Unfortunately, for real. Right side only. Maybe related to poor sitting

Optimizing Nutrition for Running: Protein, Creatine & Injury Prevention

QuestionI want to about Proetin and Creatine supplements. How they good to achieve my faster one mile goal with less injuries. Is there any other supplemen

Knee Surgery Recovery: Expected Timeline & Return to Running

QuestionDaniel, I will be getting arthroscopic surgery on my right knee in April. The doc will shave down the meniscus tear/bump. I am 55, but am a slow he

Foot Strain & Ankle Injury: Running After a Slip - Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Nick - 2 weeks ago during a run in the frigid NE I slipped on ice and twisted my inner ankle/instep/arch of my left foot. I finished t