Marathon Training Bio: Preparing for January 13th

QuestionHi John.  Ok, you need a quick bio on me, so here it is... My marathon in January 13th.  This is my 2nd week of training.  Im runnin

Jogging and Thigh Muscle Development: What You Need to Know

QuestionQUESTION: Hello, I would like to know whether jogging can build the thigh and if so, how to go about it. Thanks. Sincerely James ANSWER: Joggi

Improve Your 40-Yard Dash: Resources & Coaching

Questionhow do i increase my 40 time to at least a 45 or 46 AnswerHi Rudy I could give you some good workouts with running and weight training,but im a di

Chondral Palatellar Injury: Recovery & Treatment Options

QuestionI was told i had CMP over two years ago now from participating in alot if not too much hockey. The problem is now i cant even manage running or sta

Knee Clicking in Runners: Causes, Concerns & Solutions

QuestionHi John, Thank you for addressing this issue.  Ive read both of the recent questions about clicking of the knee and its something I have ques

Persistent Knee Pain After Starting Jogging: Causes & Solutions

Questionhi John, I had put on some weight recently and decided to take up on-the-spot jogging for the same.i used to jog for about 15 minutes a day.For the

Morning Running for Beginners: Improve Your Mile Time

QuestionQUESTION: Hey, Im Lily, and im in 8th grade. Im not exactly a good runer, and according to my parents, im not really fit either. In our school w

Knee Pain After Marathon Training: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI just finished my 3rd marathon of the year on 10/4 and both my knees hurt terribly afterward, the left more so. I took a week off and then resumed

Running Injuries: Shoulder Pain & Foot Arch Soreness - Expert Advice

QuestionFirstly, thank you for the service you provide. I came to this site to find advice re hip pain, & will be taking on board the suggestions you have

Turning Passion into Performance: A Guide to Becoming a Competitive Runner

QuestionI live in NYC and am a personal trainer and I do distance running 5ks-half marathons every couple of months and a triathlon here and there.  

Recovering from Calcaneus Fracture: Returning to Running - Expert Advice

QuestionHi Ryan! I am in the 12th week of my recovery from a calcaneous fracture due to a fall from a height.  No surgery, more like a stress fracture

Knee Pain from Overuse Running: A Cautionary Tale

QuestionHi John About 12 months ago I started running really hard. I jumped right into it with no prior experience. I ran about 15 miles a day. I have bac

Hip Pain Relief & Knee Pain Update - Success Story

QuestionQuestion John - I listed below a question I had back in early August along with your answer. I am happy to say that I took your advice and am now

Effective Cycling Programs for Knee Rehabilitation: A Sample Plan

QuestionHi John, What did your biking regimen look like when you were rehabilitating your knees? You mentioned 30 to 40 min - 3 to 4 times a week ?Med to

Running and Weight Management: A Guide for Overweight Individuals

QuestionIm ashamed to say how much I weigh, but Im sure most docs would not suggest that I run.  Ive hit a plateau where I lost 49 and have been in be

Right Leg Pain When Running: Causes & Solutions for Runners

QuestionHi. I am a runner..have run a marathon and usually run about 9-12 miles a week outside or at gym.  At times, I get this sharp pain running up

Why Am I Gaining Water Weight After Long Runs? - Causes & Solutions

QuestionI have been marathon training since April.  I was a sprinter in college (10 years ago), I play recreational soccer and have had two children,

Rebuilding Your Running Routine: Distance & Pace for Weight Loss

QuestionIve just restarted my exercise routine, which includes lifting weights. I used to run regularly, but stopped doing that, and now (since Ive gained

Knee Pain & Patella Tracking Issues After Surgery: Understanding & Recovery

QuestionI had a knee operation 8 yrs. ago and the doctor actually shaved my knee cap due to pre arthritis he found. I went through alot post surgery that h

Knee Pain During Exercise: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, Ive been experiencing pain in both knees about 15 mins into my exercise routine.  Ive recently restarted exercising and am about 15lbs ov