Why Can't I Run? Exploring Running Difficulties Despite Fitness

QuestionHi John,  Im a 28 year old female and consider myself very fit. Ive worked out my entire adult life, doing cardio 5 days a week (mostly swimmi

Pace vs. Distance for Endurance & Weight Loss: Expert Advice

QuestionIm 58.  4-5X a week I do 3-3.5 miles at about a 9:30 pace followed by 3-4 mile quick/power walk at about 12:30 pace.  I have a Garmin For

Pinched Nerve in Leg/Hip Joint During Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionIm 60 and have been jogging for several years. Nine months of the year I run for 30 minutes in the morning, and in summer run for 60 minutes. &nb

Improve Your 5K Pace: Training Tips for Runners

QuestionGreetings from a fellow expert (Microsoft Excel area)! Im a recreational runner and I enjoy doing a several 5K competative runs a year.   I

Sharp Knee Cap Pain After Running: Is It Serious?

QuestionIve been training with a Galloway group for a marathon- the only knee pain I had was after a long run but last week at the end of 10 mile I began f

Army Fitness Training: 1.5 Mile Run in 12 Minutes - A Rapid Fitness Guide

Questionhello sir i have a selection day coming up for the army(2 1/2 wks).I didnt expect it to be so soon,iv just come off my holidays and i feel very un

Core Body Temperature & Its Impact on Running Performance

QuestionHi Wendy! I would like a little more info on core temperatures and how it affects runners negatively. Many thanks and kind regards, Avril AnswerHi

Sharp Knee Pain While Running: Causes & What To Do

QuestionHi, ive been running 3 x 3 miles per wk and completed a 10k in may with no probs.  Out running one night i suddenly got a sharp shooting pain

Knee Swelling Without Pain: Causes & What To Do

QuestionSaturday morning I went for a 30 mile bike ride. The distance was not a big jump, but I did do a lot more hill climbing. Sunday after noon I had a

Extended Base Training for Road Racing: Is 6 Months Too Much?

QuestionI have run competitively throughout hs and college (graduated last spring) and I want to start running significant mileage again. The road races I

USMC Boot Camp Running Training: Build Endurance & Improve Speed

QuestionHey, Im trying to get in shape for boot camp, USMC boot camp. Which me a hell of alot of running... and unfortunately I suck at running. Ive never

5K Training: Building Endurance & Consistent Running

QuestionI have been running on a treadmill 2-3 days a week for about a year. I cant seem to make it 2 miles. I would like to train for a 5k in November. Wh

Mile Run Training: Tips & Strategies to Avoid Getting Sick + Music Ideas

QuestionTowards the end of the school year, we have to run a mile in gym class under 8 minutes. I did it last time in about 7:56, but I got sick at the end

Post-Run Illness: Understanding Potential Causes & Recovery

QuestionMrs Stewart, I am a senior in High School and running for the Cross Country team. I am in pretty decent shape; however I am not super fast or anyth

Recurring Abdominal Cramps During Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionFor the past year or so, I have noticed that I get a cramp towards the right upper portion of my abdomen 30 minutes into my run.  This happens

Preventing Pinky Toe Blisters During Long Runs: Advice for Marathoners

QuestionDear John - I am about 3 weeks from my 2nd Ironman which will be my 3rd marathon. Im 33 yrs old & suffer from blisters on my pinky toes after runni

Understanding Heart Rate Zones for Optimal Running Performance

QuestionHello Wendy I am female and 31 years old, and have been running for 13 weeks - approx. 3 times per week. I run early in the mornings for around 5

Headaches After Running: Causes, Dehydration & When to See a Doctor

QuestionI have finally had enough...Ever time I go for a run either on the treadmill or outside a major headache always seems to follow once I get back hom

Jogging with Back Pain: Is It Safe After a Disc Issue?

QuestionQUESTION: I HVAE ALWAYS JOGGED SINCE I WAS A TEENAGER, BUT LAST YEAR I STARTED TO GET LOWER BACK PAIN, MY OSTEOPATH SAID I SHOULD NOT RUN AS I HAVE

How to Increase Your Jogging Speed & Stride Length | Running Advice

QuestionIve been jogging off and on for years.  I always seem to get discouraged with trying to increase my speed and quit.  I can never seem to