Achilles Tendon Pain Below Calf: Causes & Solutions for Cyclists & Runners

QuestionI am a cyclist that has recently started participating in triathlons. mostly spint distance but plan to do an olympic distance in a couple of month

Creatine Supplement: Is It Right for You? - Expert Advice

Question Would you recommend this supplement? AnswerHi Bill I dont know anything about you and what your trying to accomplish.Perhaps if you give me some

Why Am I Not Sweating During Jogging? Causes & Solutions

QuestionI 48 years old and a recreational jogger.  I have been jogging for 25 years.  I am currently jogging 5 km. 5 times per week.  The ai

Sudden Muscle Cramps During Running: Causes & Solutions

Questioni have been running for 3 years, i am 26, and regularly run 5 days a week for 6 - 7ks. suddenly 2 months ago i started experincing crippling stitch

Bone Spurs: Causes, Pain Relief & Potential Treatments

QuestionDear John, I realize you are not a doctor but you do know about injuries so I am hoping you might be able to help.  A few years ago, a fifty p

Jogging & Leg Pain: A Beginner's Guide to Recovery & Prevention

QuestionHi John. Ive recently decided to get fit and chose to do this by jogging as its a lot cheaper than going to the gym and i live by the sea so its v

Mid Calf Pain After Running: Causes, Relief & Prevention

QuestionLast week, toward the end of and 8 mile run (mostly softer surface), my right mid calf started to tighten up.  For the next few days, it was s

Running After Gastroenteritis: Can You Race?

QuestionI have recently had gastro - 5 days ago, with severe vomitting lasting roughly 6 hrs and then recoverd gradually since. I am supposed to be running

Arch and Foot Pain When Running: Possible Causes & Relief

QuestionI recently started running ~ I am currently training for a marathon. I somehow hurt my foot and I am having difficulty training. I wear orthotics d

Getting Started with Running: A Beginner's Guide to Outdoor Jogging

QuestionHi, I just started jogging outside for the first time in years. The past year I ran occasionally on a treadmill. I am on my 18th day straight and

Weight Loss & Jogging: How Many Miles for 20lbs?

QuestionJohn, I am 54 (AND 1/2!) weighing about 155..(havent been on the scale since I started jogging). I have just completed my 18th day in a row of jogg

Athletic Shorts for Men: Benefits, Comfort & Recommendations

QuestionHello, *Why male athletics especially runner (as I mention) use stretchy shorts (tight underwears)? Is it nessesary, or not? What is your recom

Treadmill Workouts for Weight Loss: Tips & Strategies

QuestionI have just bought a treadmill, and i was wondering how i could loose weight on it. Are there any tips you can give me as to how long I should be r

Optimal Jogging Frequency: Preventing Leg Pain & Injury

QuestionHi Greg, Have another couple of qestions for ya...I have been jogging for 21 days straight. It has been very hard on my lower legs. I need to know

ITB Syndrome Recovery: Exercises & When to Seek Professional Help

QuestionMany thanks for your reply. A further question. I was suffering from ITB Syndrome, due to over long hiking. I thought I was over it but it came bac

Glute Pain After Jogging & Weight Training: Expert Advice

QuestionJoined a boot camp that hit hard on the jogging -- turned out very hard for me after not running for about 7 years!  anyway, I have been makin

10-Mile Run Training Plan: A Quick Guide for Beginners

QuestionI抳e always been into fitness and running has always been apart of my staying fit.  Normally I weight train but will incorporate a few 2 to 3 m

Improving Breathing During Running: A Guide for Beginners

QuestionIm 24 years old, 200 lbs, 62, fit/muscular build and d Ive never really gotten in to endurance sports, except for biking.  Just recently Ive s

Treadmill Jogging Progress & Weight Loss: Tips & Goals

QuestionI have been using a treadmill for many months. Initially I only used to walk on it for 20 or so minutes. I used to jog (occassionaly) for 1-2 minut

Nutrition for Weight Loss & Athletic Performance: Expert Tips & Resources

QuestionThanks John. i have a hard time thinking up healthy snacks and meals to eat. do you have any suggestions for any books or websites that may aid me