Typical Walking Speed for 61-Year-Olds: A Detailed Look

QuestionHi, Im a female age 61, and walk on a powered treadmill, so I have specific control over the speed & incline and know the distance Ive traveled and

Finding the Perfect Walking Shoe: Expert Fitting & Recommendations

QuestionI once heard of two stores in NYC where the staff will place the customer on I believe a treadmill type device and watch them walk to determine wha

Lateral Heel Pain: Causes, Relief & Specialist Advice

QuestionHello Scott I had a heel spur on the medial right heel---MD gave me a painfull shot----it worked. 8 weeks later, I was getting out of my car and BA

Muscle Spasms After Walking: What's Causing Them?

QuestionHello Scott, I was wondering about walking as an exercise.  Sometimes I go for as little as a 20 minute walk and when I get home it feels lik

Foot Injury After Impact: Should She Get X-Rays?

QuestionMy daughter injured her foot by jumping in a concrete indoor pool.She jumped it suddenly to save her 3 yr old son. I assume she landed on foot with

Is Walking Enough for Weight Loss? A Hotel Executive's Perspective

QuestionQUESTION: Im an Exec. Hskpr at a Hotel. I walk to work which is 1.84 miles driving Time: 7 mins( it takes me 5 minutes to walk to work) I walk all

Walking for Belly Fat: Does It Work & What Else Helps?

QuestionI just started walking 5 miles a day a few weeks ago. Ive always been pretty thin everywhere except my gut. Will my gut get any of the benefits fr

Best Treadmill Walking Shoes for Durability & Comfort

QuestionHello, I need help choosing walking shoes for the treadmill.  I am 27 years old and average build to slightly overweight.  I walk 2 miles

Walking for Weight Loss & Body Toning: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionTwo weeks ago I started walking one mile 5-6 day a week.  Will this routine help me to loose weight and tone my body? AnswerWalking every day

Walking for Health at 54: Distance and Frequency

QuestionIm 54 years old already what distance and number of days a week should i walk? thanks AnswerAge has little to do with becoming healthier through w

Treadmill Incline Pain: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi Scott, I have an older treadmill, which I try to use daily.  Im thin and in good health.  Everytime I use the incline, my lower back h

Tired Feet During Workouts? Choosing the Right Shoes

QuestionWhen I am running on the treadmill my feet sometimes get a little numb. Do you think I may need a different style of shoe to work out rather the ba

Walking with Weights: A Safe and Effective Workout Plan

Questioncan i walk 4 miles every morning in one hour with wights? i use 1 and half pound wights in each hand AnswerThere is no rule that says you cant wal

Breast Cancer Walk & Pregnancy: Precautions for a Safe Event

QuestionMy mom had breast cancer last year and my daughter and I would do the walk/run. We both walk a bit but not much. I am not so concerned about me, bu

Why Are Tennis Sneaker Laces So Long? - New Balance & Beyond

QuestionWhy do they make the laces on tennis sneakers so long? Every time I buy a new set of New Balance sneakers I have to go through the process of sho

Calf Pain When Walking: Causes, Relief & Prevention for Students

QuestionQUESTION: Hi. Im writing to you because (like pretty much everyone else writing to you) I have a problem. Im a college student on a fairly large ca

Calf Redness & Cramping: Causes, Potential Issues & What to Do

QuestionOkay, I read your answer about walking and leg cramping. So here is my question added to the question. My legs turn red in the calf area every day.

Managing Calf Pain During Weight Loss & Recovery

QuestionHi, i am a 29 year old female. i found out in May 08 that i suffer from depression and bipolar syndrome. I have gained approximated. 35-lbs from th

Estimated Walking Time: 1.5 Miles - How Long Does It Take?

QuestionI have recently moved and found out I have to walk appx. 1 1/2 miles each way to catch the transit. I want to give myself time to reach my destinat

Understanding Stride Length and Walking Speed: Factors & Optimization

QuestionHow does walking speed depend on your step speed and stride length? AnswerStep speed and stride length interact in complex ways to control walking