Manual Treadmills: Are They Right for You? Pros, Cons & Alternatives

QuestionRick I want to start running again as I believe its the best exercise for losing weight. I am pretty shy about running outside and besides it freez

Treadmill Use & Knee Pain: Preventing Injuries & Safe Return to Exercise

QuestionHi, On joining the local wellness center gym facility, I was extremely excited to use the treadmills for cardiovascular exercises and burning fat .

Will Jogging Tighten Your Belly? What You Need to Know

QuestionHello! I was wondering if jogging will tighten my belly? I have found both yess and nos online, and was wondering which is true. If yes, how long w

Running & Weightlifting for Belly Fat & Endurance: A Workout Plan

QuestionHi there. I usually swim for my regular work out but its an outdoor pool and the weathers turned cold, so now im thinking of running and lifting a

Is Running in Place a Good Workout? Benefits & Alternatives

QuestionRick Is this an adequate alternative to actual running outside or on a treadmill? Its pretty cold and icy outside here,and the treadmill at the gym

Running Pain After Walk-Run Program: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, 6 weeks ago I started a walk to run program.  I started off with 4 mins of walking and doing 1 min of running.  I am now at 1 min of

Marathon Tapering: Advice for Recreational Runners

QuestionI am just a recreational runner, 46 years old, who has completed 3 marathons. Im slow and steady with a PR of a lengthy 5:45. I jumped into trainin

Shin Numbness While Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi...I have recently implemented running on a treadmill into my weekly workout routine.  I am 411 and in good shape.  I recently discover

Starting Running at 46: A Beginner's Success Story

QuestionIm 46 and in fairly good shape. Although I have always been very active in exercise, I have never really given running a shot until the last few we

Preventing Thigh Muscle Gain While Running: A Guide

QuestionI have been on a running and elliptical program (about 3 miles per day) for two months now. The goal is to get healthier and run a 5K by this Augus

Overcoming Running Plateaus & Finding New Cross Country Routes

QuestionHello, I run about 2-4 times a week and doubled my distance from 3 miles to 6 miles (am thrilled about that).  But now I am finding it more di

Maintaining Weight After Quitting Smoking: Jogging & Exercise Advice

QuestionI recently started jogging 2 miles when I first get up in the morning.  I just quit smoking and I am wondering if this program is enough to ke

Returning to Running After a Long Break: What to Expect

QuestionHi rick. I am 40 & have not run since i was 15 and at school. I decided to change my life & get fitter. I have been running/walking for 3 weeks now

Training Plan for a 1.5 Mile Run: 50th Birthday Goal

QuestionI;m turning 50 this year and I will be running 1.5 mi test in December. I have to run it in 14 min and 33 sec. Any suggestions for training? Answe

Middle Toe Clicking After Run: Causes, Relief & Marathon Training

QuestionHi i went for a 7 mile run on saturday and my middle toe felt stiff. It now clicks in and out of place when I walk and i simply cant run. It isnt

Running and Strength Training After 50: Can You Achieve Your Goals?

QuestionI am 52 years old. I have run 3 marathons although it has been about 6 years since my last one.  Although my PR in the marathon is only around

Why Am I Short of Breath While Jogging? - Fitness Advice

QuestionDear experts, I have recently started jogging for the first time since the summer, I am out of shape now, and have started jogging to get fit again

Inner Knee Pain When Running: Causes & Relief

QuestionI just started training for a half marathon about four weeks ago.  Recently (pretty much just this week) Ive started developing a pain on my i

5K Training for Beginners: Is it Necessary After Years of Running?

QuestionIve been running on and off since 1985.  Im a 53 yr old woman. Since mid summer I have gotten back to more serious running.  I run just a

Jogging for Weight Loss & Muscle Gain: A Teenager's Guide

Questionhello i am 15 years old and i weigh about 155 or so and i wanted to lose this belly fat i have and maybe get more muscular try for a sixpack or som