Hip Pain After Running: Causes, Recovery & Prevention

QuestionIm 28 and just started jogging about 3 weeks ago.  I have hurt my right hip, and it wont go away.  It even hurts when im just walking. &n

Fueling Your Run: Lunch Ideas for High School Athletes

QuestionI am 17 years old, Senior in high school, I am 510 and weigh 130 lbs.  What should I be eating during lunch on the days that I run?  i ea

Shin Splints & Calf Soreness After Running: Expert Advice

QuestionMr. John, After I run (and some times while runing) the front of my calves get so sore,and burn. Can you help me with what I should do so that this

IT Band Pain Relief: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

QuestionJohn, thanks for the quick reply.  I am 43, 54, 125lbs.  I have been running off and on since high school.  I run on soft surface on

Boost Your Running Stamina: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHey, I work out a lot at the gym, but Im looking to run more to get into better shape. Problem is my stamina, I think. Ive played football, but we

Proper Running Form for Kids: Videos & Resources

QuestionHello John, I would like to teach my eight year old daughter proper running form for general purposes and also to improve her running speed for so

Running Shoe Fitting Tests: Understanding Your Foot Type

QuestionI have been trawling the internet for places that do different types of test to find the correct running shoes for my feet. the 2 I have found so

Calf Pain After Running: Causes, Relief & Recovery

QuestionI am a fairly consistent jogger/ runner.. I have been running about 6 - 9 miles 4-5 times a week, sometime I go for 10 days before having a break .

Nike Alvord IV Sneaker Comfort: Sizing & Feel

Questioni usually run about an average of 3 miles a day, and i alternate from tred mill to the street.  So I finally bought a new pair of nike alvord

Hip Pain in Teenage Cross Country Runners: Is It Serious?

QuestionMy 14 year old daughter has been running cross country. The coach has them alternate distance (up to 7 miles so far) with sprints (1000s). She has

Joint Pain Relief for Runners: Pre-Race & Long-Term Strategies

QuestionHi I am running a 14k race this Sunday and am experiencing joint pain during my 8k runs (3-4 times a week).  The pain extends from ankles, kn

Weight Loss with Jogging: A Personalized Approach

QuestionHi John: I am 510 weighing 177 and would like to get to 160. I eat 1/2 cup of cherrios and skim milk and a banana or 2 pieces of low cal wheat toas

Cross Country Training & Preventing Dry Heaves: A Runner's Story

QuestionHi! About 6 weeks ago, my high school cross country team began our late summer training program to enter into the cross country season. We began ha

Hill Training Alternatives: Get Fit Without Hills

Questionif there were no hills in my general area, what would be the next best thing? and are there any small things i can do when i wake up (ie skip rope)

Post-Run Muscle Soreness Recovery: Advice & Nutrition

QuestionWell thank you very much for your advice. I like the jog in the morning idea so will give this a try. I was planning a run tonight but my muscles

Running Back Pain: Causes, Stride & Solutions for Faster Times

QuestionHelp please, Im 32 and Ive been running atlest 3 times a week for 1.5 miles each day, but it seems like I cant keep my time under 13 mins and I rea

Healthy Body Fat Percentage for Teenagers: A Guide

QuestionWhat is the average body fat(%) for teenagers of different ages? I am about 52, 16 years old and have a body fat percentage of 24%. I was wondering

Heartburn After Running: Causes, Prevention & Solutions

Questionjohn,      i run everyday a minumum of 5 miles at a 8:40 to 9:00 minute pace. i try to get in at least 45 minutes of runn

Fibula Stability: Muscle Support & Brace Use After Injury

QuestionIm no medical expert (obviously) but I dont know what muscles hold the top of the fibula in place.  Im assuming the weight exercises youve sug

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

Questionthank you for replying, i have just returned now from a two mile jog. i have just placed ice-packs on knees which feels lovely. the pain and tender