Effective Workout Plan for College Athletes: Personalized Advice

QuestionHello John, I am a 19 year old male, about 160 lbs, and a 5 11 frame. I am in decent shape, mostly from football and volleyball in high school. I

Beginner's Guide to Running Shoes: Choosing the Right Pair

QuestionI just turned 29 two weeks ago and fell in love with running. For awhile I have been taking boxing lessons, and to help me gety in shape and have s

Chondromalacia Patella & Stationary Bike Exercise Recommendations

QuestionI read your answer to another person regarding this condition and I have a further question about the stationary bike recommendation.  After

Unexpected Weight Gain Despite Regular Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI am a 46 y/o female that have been running on a regular basis for over a year.  Lately I have been constantly gaining weight and clothes are

Improve Your 5K Time: Training Tips for Consistent Runners

QuestionI run in several local 5K races and my time is pretty consistant.  I dont know how to train to improve my time.  I average about 25 or 26

Fueling Your Runner: Calorie & Electrolyte Needs

QuestionMy boyfriend runs upwards of 3 miles 5 times a week and though Im very proud of his dedication I often worry about him. How many extra calories sho

Why Am I Vomiting While Running? Causes & Solutions

QuestionI have been running for about 7 weeks training for 10k on Labor Day. I am on a good training play for me and have felt good about my running. In th

Chronic Knee Pain: Seeking Relief & Exercise Suggestions

QuestionIve had this condition since I was 16 and am now 23.  Im sick of the knee pain and pretty much was told that I had to live with the pain that

5K Training Plan for Limited Time & Low Mileage

QuestionI would like to improve my speed in the 5k, but dont want to run 30 miles/week as is usually suggested.  Running slower makes me more sore tha

Running for Fitness: A Guide for 14-Year-Olds

Questionhi ryan! i really appreciate you taking the time to read this.. so i was wondering how often and how many miles a 14 year old girl should run in a

Beginner's Guide to Starting a Running Program: A Step-by-Step Approach

QuestionHi, My name is Shawn. I live in the desert. Ive only run when i needed to. It kills me lol. How do you start a running program. i have heard to wal

Starting a Running Program: A Beginner's Guide for Weightlifters

QuestionHi, My name is shawn. I live in the desert. ive only run when i needed to. It kills me lol. How do you start a running program. i have heard to wal

Jogging Questions: Muscle Soreness, Abdominal Pain & Training

QuestionHello there, Just a few questions I have concerning my jogging.I started running about a month and a half ago, I also combine this with weekly weig

Clicking Ankle Pain While Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, I recently started hearing/feeling a clicking sound somewhere between the top of my foot and to the outside of my ankle (top front of ankle I g

Numbness and Sharp Pain in Toes After Running: What Could It Be?

QuestionI just started running a month ago and I have experienced that  when I take my shoes off, my far 2 left toes feel a little numb (not completel

Fueling Your Ultra Marathon: A Nutrition Guide for Runners

QuestionHi Ryan, I am 46 y/o and training for an ultra marathon in Sept. I know that carbs are a must for fuel before the race, and Im thinking it would b

Sample Diet & Exercise Routine for Weight Loss - 41lbs Lost

QuestionHi John.  Ok, so here is a typical menu for me.  Keep in mind that I am still trying to lose weight (have lost 41 lbs so far) but still n

Why Do I Get Sick While Running? Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi there, I start dry heaving/gagging after what feels like not much effort has been exerted while running. It happens more towards the end of the

Foot Pain After Exercise: Causes & What to Do

QuestionRyan, I recently decided to get back in the gym and get into shape.  The first day I was in the gym, I jogged 4 miles in a little over an hou

Lower Abdominal Pain During Elliptical Running: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, I noticed a post about a similar problem as mine and wanted some information as well. For the past two to three months, i have been regularly e