Arch Pain During Marathon Training: Causes & Solutions

QuestionIm training for my 4th marathon (over the last 4 years). I keep having pain in the arch of my left foot.. not enough to keep me from running, but i

Improve Your 5K Time: Training Advice for Runners

QuestionIm 62 and weigh 163 lbs. I enjoy running 5k races for the competitive motivation. I usually finish about middle of the pack at about 28 minutes. I

Best Treadmills: Expert Advice & Buying Guide

Questionwhat good running treadmills would you suggest? thanks, art AnswerHi Art Sorry i really cant help with this situation,i dont keep up with them.Th

Persistent Left Shoulder Pain During Running: Causes & Potential Solutions

QuestionWhen I run longer distances, my  left shoulder often starts to hurt (I would say 75% of the time.) Its not really sore, and the pain is consta

Calf Muscle Strain After Marathon Training: Healing & Return to Running

QuestionHi John I have started training for a marathon and the other day I pulled a muscle in my calf - only very, very slightly - while doing nothing more

Jogging Pain & Height Concerns: Seeking Advice

QuestionI am 20yrs old and 73kgs and i think i my hieght is 5-7.... Plz help me on this one! I have started to Jogg again after one and a half month! and

Weight Loss for Beginners: A Realistic Running Plan

QuestionI want to be able to run.  Unfortunately im 59 and i weigh 276.  Obviously running is probably not the best idea.  I assume i should

Marathon Nutrition: Pre-Race Fueling & Carb Loading - Expert Insights

QuestionMr. DeHart, I was hoping you could elaborate on a marathon runners nutritional intake immediately before their event (1-2 days).   This

FBI Fitness Test Failure: Strategies for Improvement

QuestionYesterday, I was doing my fitness test for the FBI.  I passed the sit-ups, sprints, and push-ups, but failed the 1.5 mile.  We got very l

Calf Pain After Injury: Soccer Player Seeks Advice

Questionhi. Im really hoping you can help me out on this. Im 15 yrs. old, 56 and I play varsity soccer (mid-field) at my high school. Two weeks ago I had a

Jogging vs. Walking for Weight Loss & Fitness: Which is Right for You?

QuestionHi Rick, I am wanting to lose weight before my vacation in Aug.  I used to run several years ago, but after running a while my shins hurt. &nb

Knee Fluid & Pain: Causes, Diagnosis & Recovery Advice

QuestionI have been running regularly from past two years inspite of swelling and knee pain and was least bothered. My friend suggested me to put ice and i

Returning to Running After a Break: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionI am 37 and want to get back into shape. I ran the 2 mile in H.S. and would like to get back into running. How should I get started? At my age, sho

Half Marathon Training Plan & Trail Running Comparison | Expert Advice

QuestionJohn, I have been running. I run three miles three times a week and on the weekend do a longer run.  Last Sat. I ran 6 1/2 miles and this Sat

Running on Tar Roads: Knee Problems & Shoe Recommendations

QuestionI am 30 yr old, weight 78 kg, i used to run in a week 4-5 days only. For 10min i used to run and then walk.And again i used to run and then walk. B

Hamstring Pain After Marathon Training: Causes & Recovery

QuestionIn July 2007 I completed a marathon.  In weeks leading up to the marathon (during my taper) I felt I strained my right quad just above the kne

Preparing for Your First Half Marathon: Nutrition & Training Advice

QuestionHi Ryan, I am interested and my goal is to run my first half marathon by Nov/08 in Big Sur, CA. Is there a book i should read to learn about what t

Why Do My Legs Itch When I Run? Causes & Solutions

QuestionIve always wanted to be fit by running though i do weights training. But Im always put off running by the itches that happen on my legs after 10or

Maintaining Weight & Performance as a Long-Distance Runner

QuestionQUESTION: Dear John, Im 52 and have been running for over 25 years (five or six days a week. The only breaks in running Ive had is when Ive backpac

Maintaining Running Performance After 25+ Years: Addressing Weight & Mileage

QuestionDear Ryan, Im 52 and have been running for over 25 years (five or six days a week. The only breaks in running Ive had is when Ive backpacked three