Understanding Depletion Runs: A Marathon Training Guide

QuestionHi Rick This may be a silly question. Im training for my first marathon which takes place on 25 May. I have been following a Pfitzinger and Dougla

Injured Toes: Sprain Recovery & Running Advice

QuestionI jammed my left foot 3rd & 4th toes about 1 1/2 weeks ago.  Two days later I ran 16 miles - lots of hills - with only a little pain.  T

Understanding Persistent Stomach Pain During or After Jogging

QuestionHello, you answered a question on the 4/19/2006 Subject: jogging sickness that caught my attention since it seems that no one still has an answer t

Running with Weights vs. Without: Physiological Effects on Heart Rate & Blood Pressure

QuestionHi, I have an assignment on the topic of human physiology. The experiment which will be conducted includes running for a set time, distance and spe

Plateau Busting: How to Improve Your 3-Mile Run After 4 Weeks

QuestionHi Rick, I am a 28-year-old female, 52 about 180lbs.  Ive recently gone back to the gym and started running/jogging (on a treadmill) since abo

Chondromalacia: Causes, Symptoms & Jogging Injuries - Expert Advice

Questiondear John, I read some earlier posts about chondro malacia at: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Jogging-Running-1648/RIGHT-KNEE-HURTS.htm I was training

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

QuestionHi John, My name is Willie and I have been having knee problems, (mostly the right knee).  I have been an active person just about all of my

Jogging After 66: Is It Safe & Beneficial?

QuestionHi John: Im 66 years old, 61 tall and weigh about 180 lbs.  Ive been walking about 40 minutes 2-3 times a week and using a stationary bike occ

Treadmill Workout Optimization: Increasing Intensity for Shorter Sessions

QuestionRick I like to plod along at about 4mph on my treadmill every evening after work. From a true runners standpoint it might be better to run outside

Gas Pain and Bowel Issues During Exercise: Causes and Relief

QuestionI dont know if these are related , but , when i run sometimes i get painful gas cramps that get worse if i try to push through it. So painful the o

Understanding Your Target Heart Rate for Fat Loss Cardio

QuestionHello, can you please tell me what my target heart rate should be when doing cardio for fat loss.  I am a 32 year old male 6 ft about 195lbs

Calf Muscle Inflammation After Cycling Injury: Recovery & Exercises

QuestionTwo months ago whilst bicyling I had an injury to my calf muscle. I now walk fast for about two hours. But, the inflammation is still persisting. H

Foot Pain After Jogging: Causes & Relief

QuestionWhat type of foot pain (on top of the foot) happens after walking fast jogging? What causes the muscle/tendon that is hooked to the middle toe to b

Knee & Ankle Pain After Jogging: What To Do?

Questionhi well let me explain my situation and hopefully you can help me. i do an hour and a half at the gym every day i do the rowing machine , light we

Stomach Pain During Running: Causes & Solutions

Questioni am male 33yrs  - 6ft 4- weigh 13 stone - get stomach pain on my right side abdomen after about 30 mins of road running - this goes away when

How to Improve Running Speed for Cross Country - A Teenager's Guide

QuestionIm 13 years old and on the crosscountry team at my school. Running has never been my sport but Ive gotten better at it. Im trying to learn to run f

Hip Pain After Increased Hill Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi there, I have been running for years at about 25 miles a week.  Im 33 y/o, 56 and 135lbs. My husband and I moved for 6 months for work and

Upper Body Strength Training for 10-Mile & Half Marathon Runners

QuestionHi John, I am 18 years old and have ran 3 half marathons so far... 2 being under a month ago.  My next race is a 10 miler in a bit over a mon

Building Stamina for Beginners: A Gentle Guide

QuestionHi, I am seriously unfit so have started jogging/running to improve things. I can walk forever but as soon as i start run, i flake out after a few

Treadmill vs. Road Running: Which is Better for Your Workout?

QuestionMile for mile, do you get the same workout running on a treadmill vs road or trail jogging?  I typically run 4 miles daily but on a treadmill