| Subject | Date Asked |
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| base training | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I have run competitively throughout hs and college (graduated last spring) and I want to start ...
A: Knowing how much your body gets beat up in college do to all the racing and class schedules i think ...
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| shooting knee pains | 8/18/2008 |
Q: i've been running 3 x 3 miles per wk and completed a 10k in may with no probs. Out running one ...
A: You seem to have a tracking and alignment problem.The best tool for it is stationary biking with med ...
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| improve running/fitness | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i have a selection day coming up for the army(2 1/2 wk's).I didn't expect it to be so soon,iv just ...
A: If i'm reading this correctly,you have the 11/2 mile run test in two and half weeks and you can ...
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| sharp pain in knee cap | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I've been training with a Galloway group for a marathon- the only knee pain I had was after a long ...
A: You should be concerned,since injuries to the knee are the most commom with runners.The injury that ...
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| Hip pain | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I'm running my first marathon in October. I've just started having left hip pain at the base of my ...
A: Just some light stretching low back,hips,adductor abductor,quad,hamstrings...Ice and epson salt ...
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| Beginner Runner | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I just took up running on my treadmill and have been looking at beginner running "rules." I bought a ...
A: The bottom line is the body will adapt over time and it is not unusual to have some some little ...
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| Feels like a pinched nerve in leg/hip joint 30 min. into run | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I'm 60 and have been jogging for several years. Nine months of the year I run for 30 minutes in ...
A: It is time to get started on a rehabb,rebalancing,stretching,alignment,weight program,with core work ...
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| Weight Loss | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I have 3 children and my youngest is 3 months old. I weighed 120lbs before becoming pregnant with my ...
A: I'm sure you have made many atemps and have been offered all kinds of advice and meal plans and ...
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| Pace vs Distance / Sweats | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I'm 58. 4-5X a week I do 3-3.5 miles at about a 9:30 pace followed by 3-4 mile quick/power walk at ...
A: I would add 1 longer run of an easy 6 miles and change the power walk to some easy walk jog with a ...
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| very fit, but running SO difficult for me | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I'm a 28 year old female and consider myself very fit. I've worked out my entire adult life, doing ...
A: There is nothing wrong with you.Your fitness level with the variety of things your doing is ...
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| dry heaves after racing | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I am a 37yo female, 5'1'' and 106lbs. I started running about 19 months ago. I usually run about ...
A: You are right about the dry heaves.Your 6 mile endurance run and 3 miler is ok,but you need to add ...
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| achy hip | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I am a 41 yr old, (5'10, 150) who has run for exercise off & on since middle school. I've always ...
A: What your experiencing is typical starting up when you start asking your body to do things that it ...
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| severe Knee Problems after physical excercise | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I for about two years or so now, I've been having pain under the knee cap and it seems to be getting ...
A: I have the same feelings towards Doctors and many experiences.You don't have arthritis.You have a a ...
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| Chronic knee pain and only 24! | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I am 24 years old, very physically fit and thin. Two years ago, I overdid it on an eliptical ...
A: Tracking and alignment are the main problems with runners.You probably have a case of ...
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| after 37 minutes felt total body lightness | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I just started training for a triathlon this week. Two days swimming, two biking, and two running ...
A: It appears to me a great sign your in real good shape since the body is just flowing and the ...
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| question | 6/12/2008 |
Q: i run on my treadmill for about 45 min a day at a speed of 4. I am just wondering how a person ...
A: First thing, running with good balance eating habits and consistency can transform your body and ...
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| half marathon/ 10 mile training | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I am 18 years old and have ran 3 half marathons so far... 2 being under a month ago. My next race ...
A: I think if you cut out the upper body workouts 2 weeks before your race it will make a big ...
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| Crosscountry | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I'm 13 years old and on the crosscountry team at my school. Running has never been my sport but I've ...
A: I would recommend this latter workout for you with 2 full days in between workouts.The most ...
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| Stomach pains when road running | 6/3/2008 |
Q: i am male 33yrs - 6ft 4- weigh 13 stone - get stomach pain on my right side abdomen after about 30 ...
A: It is not your leg.Running puts a lot of stress on the abs and if there weak those symptons can ...
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| severe knee and ankle pain after jogging | 6/2/2008 |
Q: well let me explain my situation and hopefully you can help me. i do an hour and a half at the gym ...
A: I don't know how long you have been working out but it appears to me that your body is not ...
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| Foot pain after jogging | 5/31/2008 |
Q: What type of foot pain (on top of the foot) happens after walking fast jogging? What causes the ...
A: I don't know how long you have been working out and how often you run,but most problems such as your ...
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| running | 5/30/2008 |
Q: is hill running a good workout for rugby?also how could i incrase my speed?thank u
A: Hill running is fantastic for rugby, But The key to success of hill workouts is to put together a ...
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| Shin Splints | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I am getting shin splints when ever I try to walk several miles at a time. It starts really fast and ...
A: Shin splints are just a weakness of the muscle tissue surrounding the bone.They will adapt over time ...
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| hip pain | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have been running for many years. I am a 36yr old woman and have spent the last 6 months or so ...
A: When you switch from treadmill to outside your stride length and surrounding tendons and connective ...
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| Calf muscle inflammation | 5/25/2008 |
Q: Two months ago whilst bicyling I had an injury to my calf muscle. I now walk fast for about two ...
A: If you bike easy and relaxed and don't push of hard on pedals and stay off hills it will help the ...
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| Knee pain | 5/23/2008 |
Q: I am 14 and i train 4 times a week i take running very serious and recently i have been having alot ...
A: First thing is i would get rid of the orthotics.What you have developed is chondromalacia.A lot of ...
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| running jogging/ gas and defication. | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I don't know if these are related , but , when i run sometimes i get painful gas cramps that get ...
A: With out knowing your height,weight,exercise habits past and present and your diet.What your ...
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| Too old for jogging? | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I'm 66 years old, 6'1'' tall and weigh about 180 lbs. I've been walking about 40 minutes 2-3 times ...
A: I see no reason at all why you can't start training for and finishing a full marathon 26.2 miles.I ...
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| discomfort/pain right knee | 5/18/2008 |
Q: My name is Willie and I have been having knee problems, (mostly the right knee). I have been an ...
A: You have a very involed situation and reguires a lot of questions,which i could help you with.Would ...
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| chondro malacia | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I read some earlier posts about chondro malacia at: ...
A: It Is not your shoes.With Chondromalacia you will feel it underneath and around the kneecap and ...
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| Jogging pain; continued | 5/13/2008 |
Q: you answered a question on the 4/19/2006 Subject: "jogging sickness" that caught my attention since ...
A: I'm afraid i really can't come up with a specific cause of the situation.What i would recommend is ...
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| Jammed 3rd & 4th Toes | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I jammed my left foot 3rd & 4th toes about 1 1/2 weeks ago. Two days later I ran 16 miles - lots ...
A: Just cool the running all together till race to insure healing.The stationary bike is the magic ...
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| foot pain | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I am a 51 year old woman who has been running for 3 years. I have recently had pain on the balls of ...
A: When you switch from a specific running stride and foot plant to some brisk walking your stride and ...
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| foot pain | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I am a 51 year old woman who has been running for 3 years. I have recently had pain on the balls of ...
A: To properly advise you i need your daily and weekly miles plus height weight ratio.The short answer ...
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| Starting Out | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I'm just starting to run and was wondering how far I should be running to start out with.Any advice ...
A: I'm so happy that you are getting into running.WHY? do i say this,is because This is how i got my ...
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| Ankles | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I am 44 and have just started to jog as a keep fit method. I used to be in the army so thought that ...
A: To take care of the immediate pain get a bag of ice submerge you foot in a bucket to reduce ...
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| Knee pain | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I am a 20 mile per week runner training for a 1/2 marathon on June 8. I have never experienced any ...
A: The short answer with out knowing your program and bio.Your body just couldn't handle the stress ...
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| returning to running after jumpers knee | 5/5/2008 |
Q: Have read the related articles but wondered if you could help. After training 6 times a week approx ...
A: Your body is talking to you.I can hear it here all the way from albuquerque.It is saying GIVE ME A ...
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| pace and diet | 4/30/2008 |
Q: ok, i am a 15year old boy who plays football(soccer), i like to ply as a wing back but i was ...
A: The most important diet is just good well balance of protein,carbs,good fats like olive ...
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| return to running | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I asked you about knee trouble I had been having a few weeks ago. I was having some pain under my ...
A: You can give it a try and see what happens.Just start easy Gina.You will know if it is ok quite ...
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| Jogging Injury | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I have a question about an injury that I have. I am almost positive it came from jogging. I jog ...
A: I know what your talking about,but to eliminate the problem you have to treat the cause of it.Most ...
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| Shin Pain from running. | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I read your answer to the followingDate: 3/24/2007 Subject: severe pain right below calf during and ...
A: That is definitly shin splints.It takes time to heal and you just have to have a lot of patience ...
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| vomiting after running a race | 4/25/2008 |
Q: My 13 yr old daughter has begun vomiting after her 800 and 1600 meter races. She is weak, shaky, a ...
A: Can you first tell me if she is vomitting food ,fluids or dry heaving.Big difference.If you want to ...
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| Shin Pain from running. | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I read your answer to the followingDate: 3/24/2007 Subject: severe pain right below calf during and ...
A: The problem will go away if you treat the cause in time.Lack of fitness and coming back to quickly ...
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| sore feet, ankles and shins | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I began to increase the amount of exercise which I do in February. I began to do a mixture of step ...
A: Without knowing anything about your bio,your present and past history of training,my answer would be ...
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| Knee gave out (gives up?) | 4/18/2008 |
Q: After running about 2 miles I decided to fast walk a lap. Warm day and no prior knee issues. When ...
A: There is not an isolated situation when it comes to a problem.Your body is talking to you,Fix ...
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| foot pain | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I am in the army and am a cross country runner and in November and December last year i did no ...
A: I wish i had better news for you,but it appears to me that your body just is not ready to handle the ...
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| chondromalacia | 4/13/2008 |
Q: i recently had an mri on my knee and i was diagnosed with chondromalacia. i pulled my right ...
A: The glucosamine is not going to help.Only you can make that decision to return to playing.As i said ...
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| Knee issues | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I am a long time runner (34 years) who has had very few problems. About a month ago, I noticed that ...
A: I would say definitely you have most all signs of Chondromalacia.You didn't mention walking up ...
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| ball of foot pain | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I am training for a marathon and am now running about 50 miles a week. I have had the hardest time ...
A: It sounds to me like you have bruised the bones.I would go for the new shoes and use vaseline on ...
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| chondromalacia | 4/10/2008 |
Q: i recently had an mri on my knee and i was diagnosed with chondromalacia. i pulled my right ...
A: I would not play through this injury.Their could be long term effects,and why risk the ...
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| Knee soreness | 4/9/2008 |
Q: In a very similar question to one you have received earlier, i have similar knee soreness. When i ...
A: Chris You have an alignent and a tracking problem Due to weak core muscles and your sport which ...
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| runner's knee | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I'm a 24 y/o woman and I have been running regularly since I was about 14. Almost a year ago I ...
A: You will be fine in time when you take the time to rehabb your situation,but not possible to put a ...
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| hurting knees | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I am surfing the web trying to find some way to naturally get my knees to stop hurting when i jog. ...
A: Sounds like a little patella tendonitis and possibly chondromalacia.I have copied some case history ...
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| stomach pain | 4/6/2008 |
Q: I have what seems like the same problem as Sue's daughter (message posted beginning March). I'd say ...
A: I'm not an expert on womens problems,but over the years i have made some good in roads.Can you give ...
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| Possible runner's knee | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I was running well about a year ago, my fastest times ever, when out of nowhere my right knee ...
A: Most injuries in running are directly related to alignment and tracking of the knee and weak core ...
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| Knee Pain | 4/4/2008 |
Q: My name is Lynn and I used to love running. About a year ago I ran my first 5 mile race. At about ...
A: Forget the doctors,they will just drain your pocket book and don't no anything in regards to sports ...
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| Calf injury that wont go away. | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I have an injury in my calf muscle that won't seem to go away. My calf is fine when I walk and jump ...
A: I have not encountered this before.I really can't put my finger on what it is,but i would guess it ...
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| Hip socket pain | 4/1/2008 |
Q: I am 44, 6' 163 lbs. and consider myself to be in pretty good shape. Though I have been running for ...
A: Your right about imbalance.You can still run, but i would work very hard to rebalance and ...
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| building up endurance/ running mile and pacer | 3/30/2008 |
Q: at my school its time for fitness testing again and I can't get this mental roadblock of " oh the ...
A: Just relax and do your best.It is perfectly normal to get a little anxious when you know your going ...
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| Trying to love running | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I am a 33 year old, attempting to run 5 miles. This is a personal goal for me following my met goal ...
A: Question 1..Just a well balance meal of carbs,protein,veg,and good fats such as olive oil.Plain ...
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| Sore calf | 3/27/2008 |
Q: John: Can you share your program for helping with sore calf muscles. I went from running only on a ...
A: The F stands for feed with high quality balance nutrition.The R is bout high quality rest.The basis ...
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| calf tightness | 3/24/2008 |
Q: for the past 6 years i have had a chronic calf tightness. its my right calf..i have had ART , ...
A: I would recommend to bite the bullet and go with the stationary bike for a few months testing the ...
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| Pain on top of head when I stop jogging | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I run on the treadmill about 9 K every other day, some times everyday, when I suddenly stop, I get a ...
A: I guess you are in good shape.This makes it a little harder to diagnos.My guess is it has something ...
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| Pain on top of head when I stop jogging | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I run on the treadmill about 9 K every other day, some times everyday, when I suddenly stop, I get a ...
A: To give you my thoughts propperly i will need a little more info as to how long you have been ...
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| frustrated | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I have been minor jogging around two blocks now about 6mths.... the capacity of the muscles in the ...
A: You need to give me more info to properly cover this Tracy,such as height, weight,age,how many days ...
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| Follow up Question | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I am developing a small all round general purpose fitness regime and I would like to ask your expert ...
A: When you love what you do and are commited to the end result benifits and have a dream in your ...
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| Left Knee Hurts | 3/13/2008 |
Q: John well my situation is that my left knee hurts; I'm 19 years old and I play a lot of basketball. ...
A: You have a slight case of chondromalacia and you should take care of it before it gets worst.I would ...
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| Half Marathon | 3/12/2008 |
Q: ! I have a few questions that Id like to ask you. I am training for my first half marathon and its ...
A: With 3 days to go the only thing you can do is just easy joging.Food night before just a light ...
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| sore calf muscles | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I have been running on a treadmill for about 12 weeks with no problems. This week I went for a 4 ...
A: Very simple Justin....After running on the treadmill your muscles and connective tissue has reach a ...
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| knee problem | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I am a 59 year old female with off and on knee pain. Gave up running years ago and switched to ...
A: That is correct,but MIGHT is incorrect.It is the best single tool,but in rehabbing you have to have ...
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| knee problem | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I am a 59 year old female with off and on knee pain. Gave up running years ago and switched to ...
A: ?NO...On to much bending.Just the contrary.It puts you in a position to maximize effectivenes of the ...
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| foot pain | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I'm a 30 year old female runner. I've been running for a few years, and completed my first marathon ...
A: Considering you just finished a marathon and you probably spent 3 to 4 months in preparation for ...
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| calf pain | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I am a 47 year old former college runner with long running background.Developed recurrent calf ...
A: Since you can do 5-6 mile with short rest,i would just bite the bullet and start in with some ...
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| knee problem | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I used to run regularly, about 5 miles a day. I took a month off and was lazy when I started up ...
A: I would ask your doctor what his thoughts on alternatives you could do.I think stationary bike and ...
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| Knee Problem | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I'm a marathon runner, running for about 16 years now. I'm 38 and in good health, with few running ...
A: Most all running injuries are directly related to alignment and tracking,and the stress of running ...
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| Hip/Back Issues | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I have been running for a few months, and recently had back issues, which now have resulted in a hip ...
A: Most all problems are directly related to alignment and tracking.This is something that takes time ...
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| Runners Knee/ITBS/I don't know! | 2/24/2008 |
Q: Hey John! I've been doing research trying to figure out what is wrong with my knee, and I hope you ...
A: I bet is the knee from the creek.Probably alignment and tracking.I would start using the stationary ...
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| Buckling knee | 2/19/2008 |
Q: Hey, I'm Andrea, and I'm a junior high cross country and track runner. At the moment, I've been ...
A: This situation can occur but not always and varies depending on the individuals fitness level.When ...
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| Sore Knee | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I'm 36 years old and have been running for a couple of years. I was running outside up until about 6 ...
A: Most injuries are directly related to alignment and tracking,and when you made the change to ...
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| Internal organs | 2/17/2008 |
Q: John Other than the heart and lungs, do you know of any studies or actual runners that have noticed ...
A: I don't no of any specific studies,but there is tons of information on the health benefits of ...
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| knee pain - elliptical | 2/14/2008 |
Q: As some of the others, I have recently started exercising again after a 3 year break and have been ...
A: First don't take any meds,they just mask the discomfort your trying correct.Yes to bike strengthing ...
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| marathon training | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I'm training for a marathon in June. I've begun to incorporate 2 days of weight training during the ...
A: Stick with upper body.Stick with water for long runs.You have enough Elec.in your diet and forget ...
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| Weight not budging | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I am a 30 year old female carrying about 25 extra pounds. I trained for my first 5K this past fall ...
A: The most important thing when you make the decision to get back in shape and your truly committed is ...
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| Inner Knee Ache | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I just started training for a half marathon about four weeks ago. Recently (pretty much just this ...
A: Most all problems are directly related to alignment and tracking,and this is what i see based on ...
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| Running, weightlifting and age | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I am 52 years old. I have run 3 marathons although it has been about 6 years since my last one. ...
A: Your 136 half does tell a nice story and does indicate it would be in your grasp if you could handle ...
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| middle toe clicking | 1/29/2008 |
Q: i went for a 7 mile run on saturday and my middle toe felt stiff. It now clicks in and out of place ...
A: Can't figure this one.Shoes can cause many problems if there is not enough room for the foot to ...
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| Obese-can I still run 2.4 km in 14 min? | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I am a 16 year old male. I am obese(90 kg, 178 cm). Recently, about 2 months ago, I started ...
A: The key to accomplish that is based on a 6 day week.You want to work your way up to a very ...
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| marathon training | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I'm training for a marathon at the beginning of June. From what I've been reading, the general ...
A: I carly I would go with 4 20 milers but also 7 15 to 18 milers.Just spread them all out and run them ...
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| gaining too much muscle in thighs from running | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I have been on a running and elliptical program (about 3 miles per day) for two months now. The goal ...
A: Gaining muscle will happen any time you start exercising,but a certain amount of fat can still ...
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| Long-time runner and staleness, weight | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I'm 52 and have been running for over 25 years (five or six days a week. The only breaks in running ...
A: I have put a few words together for you to focus and your mind.ENJOY. John DOWN BUT NOT OUT, It ...
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| Long-time runner and staleness, weight | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I'm 52 and have been running for over 25 years (five or six days a week. The only breaks in running ...
A: You have left out or forgot...What is your primary reason for doing what your doing and your short ...
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| Jogging Itch | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I've always wanted to be fit by running though i do weights training. But I'm always put off running ...
A: I know what you mean,i had the same situation when i started back up years ago which in time went ...
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| Dull Hamsting Pain | 12/12/2007 |
Q: In July 2007 I completed a marathon. In weeks leading up to the marathon (during my taper) I felt I ...
A: Training properly for a marathon takes a great toll on the complete muscular skeleton system and it ...
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| training for a half/marathon | 12/10/2007 |
Q: John, I have been running. I run three miles three times a week and on the weekend do a longer run. ...
A: To respond to your question properly for the half marathon,could you please give me more detailed ...
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| Fluid/blood in knee | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I have been running regularly from past two years inspite of swelling and knee pain and was least ...
A: There is nothing wrong with running,but from time to time you will have to deal with situations and ...
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| bad calf pain | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I'm really hoping you can help me out on this. I'm 15 yrs. old, 5'6" and I play varsity soccer ...
A: Its more than likely a good strain.I would recommend you use a stationary bike to maintain your ...
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| Marathon runner nutrition... | 11/27/2007 |
Q: Mr. DeHart, I was hoping you could elaborate on a marathon runner's nutritional intake immediately ...
A: Just a good balance with focus on carbs,light on fiber foods and stay away from heavy meats and to ...
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| foot pain | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I've been starting to run just because I started enjoying it and to lose weight. But recently I've ...
A: When you start a running program whether or not your over weight you will experience some ...
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| pulled muscle | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I have started training for a marathon and the other day I pulled a muscle in my calf - only very, ...
A: You might not of pulled it,and just strained it.Their is no real answer to time for healing,since it ...
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| Shoulder pain | 11/20/2007 |
Q: When I run longer distances, my left shoulder often starts to hurt (I would say 75% of the time.) ...
A: Most all running injuries are directly related to alignment and tracking from head to toe and that ...
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| ankle pain | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I recently started jogging 3 times a week on the 200meters trail for last 6 weeks. My problem is ...
A: As you start a running program you are going to experience a number of situations over time as your ...
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| treadmills | 11/16/2007 |
Q: what good running treadmills would you suggest? thanks, art
A: Sorry i really can't help with this situation,i don't keep up with them.The one thing i would ...
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| Knee pain but no previous injury | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I've been experiencing pain in both knees about 15 mins into my exercise routine. I've recently ...
A: You probably have a slight case of chondromalacia.I would rule out arthritis untill you totally put ...
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| pain in right leg | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I am a runner..have run a marathon and usually run about 9-12 miles a week outside or at gym. At ...
A: I can't really pin point it with out a more clear description,but here are a few of things it could ...
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| How did you design your biking program? | 11/10/2007 |
Q: What did your biking regimen look like when you were rehabilitating your knees? You mentioned 30 to ...
A: I was in great shape 80 to 90 miles a week setting PR's and ready for a low sub 3 hr marathon in 6 ...
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| Hip Pain follow up | 11/8/2007 |
Q: Question John - I listed below a question I had back in early August along with your answer. I am ...
A: Many times the angle or curvarture of the surface can cause many problems such as what your ...
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| Chondromalacia.. I think | 11/6/2007 |
Q: About 12 months ago I started running really hard. I jumped right into it with no prior experience. ...
A: You don't have a choice,except to get busy and start the rehabbing if you ever expect to be active ...
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| Knee pain while running | 11/5/2007 |
Q: John, I am experiencing knee pain only while I am running. I run about 4 or 5 miles about 3-4 ...
A: Most all injuries are directly related to alignment and tracking.I recommend you give up the ...
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| knee pain | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I am training for my first marathon (Jan 13) and am beginning to have knee pain. I'm noticing the ...
A: Start including some stationary bike a couple times a week for 45 min per workout to help with the ...
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| Shoulder 'Stitch' when running/Sore arch of foot | 11/3/2007 |
Q: Firstly, thank you for the service you provide. I came to this site to find advice re hip pain, & ...
A: The only thing i can think of is fallen arch.I personally think it just has not adapted to your ...
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| Knee Problems | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I had a questions regarding running and knee pain. I read through a few of the other Q & A's ...
A: Most all injuries are directly related to alignment,and tracking of the knee.There for you have to ...
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| hip pain | 10/29/2007 |
Q: John, I am new to running, 39 yrs old & in good health. I eat well balanced meals w/ vit c & ...
A: The piriformis and the sciatica nerve are interrelated so it is hard to differentiate which is the ...
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| morning runs | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Hey, I'm Lily, and i'm in 8th grade. I'm not exactly a good runer, and according to my parents, ...
A: If you really think you can't wake up then by all means go for it.You got a do what you got a do to ...
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| morning runs | 10/26/2007 |
Q: Hey, I'm Lily, and i'm in 8th grade. I'm not exactly a good runer, and according to my parents, ...
A: I would work up to 5 days a week for 30 minutes.I would also 2 days a week about 10 minutes into the ...
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| Constant Knee pain | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I had put on some weight recently and decided to take up on-the-spot jogging for the same.i used to ...
A: First stop taking medication.This only mask what your trying to correct.You Have a slight case of ...
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| Chondromalicia Solution Questions | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I've read both of the recent questions about 'clicking' of the knee and it's something I have ...
A: It makes my job so much easier.Also your performances are fantastic,GREAT JOB.Question number ...
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| Chondal Malacia Patellae | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I was told i had CMP over two years ago now from participating in alot if not too much hockey. The ...
A: Your situation can be corrected and you will be as good as new ,but it is going to be required of ...
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| speed | 10/22/2007 |
Q: how do i increase my 40 time to at least a 4'5 or 4'6
A: I could give you some good workouts with running and weight training,but i'm a distance coach and i ...
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| RE: breathing | 10/21/2007 |
Q: Ok, you need a quick bio on me, so here it is... My marathon in January 13th. This is my 2nd week ...
A: Your diet looks fine,but i would knock off the weight training till after the marathon.Your body can ...
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| breathing | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I've begun to train for a marathon in January and am having difficulties with a cramp in my side. ...
A: The first thing i need from you is your BIO in regards to your training and your program as miles ...
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| Persistant Calf Pain while Running | 10/20/2007 |
Q: Height: 5'10'' Weight: 215lbs Age: 40 I've been running short distances and slowly building up in ...
A: You have to get into steady consistent stretching of your calf muscles before and also during your ...
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| Cramp on treadmill | 10/19/2007 |
Q: Afer years of being overweight I have recently invested in a treadmill - electric one, I have lost ...
A: Your calf muscles will adapt in time.What i would recommend is stop from time to time when your ...
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| started running now gaining weight | 10/18/2007 |
Q: I played soccer in HS but haven't ran since then, I'm now 22. I just started a running program (a ...
A: Your only putting in aprox.13 miles.You will burn about 100cal a mile for the week.That is 1300 ...
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| tennis running | 10/18/2007 |
Q: I am on a tennis team at my school, and our coach drills us by running and stuff. I am good at ...
A: You have to build your endurance.I would recommend getting out there and and gradually build up to ...
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| Knee Pain | 10/13/2007 |
Q: I have a question for ya. I train in Mixed Martial Arts which requires some intense and explosive ...
A: You have a case of chondromalacia based on your description daniel.First you will be back 100% as ...
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| Heart Rate Monitors | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I have a strange phenomenon that occurs every time i run first thing in the morning. As soon as i ...
A: I know what your talking about since years ago i used one for some time and it does take time to ...
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| knee pain | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I started just running like one or two times a week and build up to about 4-5 times a week. i would ...
A: Most running injury's are directly related to alignment,tracking.What you did with those sprints was ...
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| iliac crest pain | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have been running for years. Just finished training and running in the Army 10 miler. 3 weeks ...
A: Most all problems associated with running are directly related to alignment,tracking.There is never ...
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| sore calfs and numbness while running | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have a issue when I run my calf hurt and at a certain point my feet fall asleep and get all numb. ...
A: One thing which is common is shoes are to tight and leave no room for the foot to spread on ...
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| Hip Pain | 10/5/2007 |
Q: .. About 6 months ago I developed a pain in my left hip, which was more painful after my run. The ...
A: First,, don't go running to a physio doctor or any doctor untill you completely rehabb your ...
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| Hip Pain | 10/5/2007 |
Q: .. About 6 months ago I developed a pain in my left hip, which was more painful after my run. The ...
A: Here is a great site for a lot of stuff.Just click around.Two area's. www.ronjones.org For ...
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| running | 10/4/2007 |
Q: what are some ways to help you run a long distance without getting so tired.
A: I was asking the same question when i started out a number of years ago,but there wasn't anybody ...
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| Hip Pain | 10/4/2007 |
Q: .. About 6 months ago I developed a pain in my left hip, which was more painful after my run. The ...
A: Most all problems in running are directly related to alignment,tracking.There are many things that ...
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| Calf Pain | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I've gotten back into running/jogging after having stopped for a few months. I've been doing good ...
A: That is a pinch nerve some place.Most problems in running are directly related to alignment and ...
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| jogging techniques | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I am a male aged 43. I usually jog around 2-3 times a week for about 35-45mins each. My questions ...
A: When you encounter a hill just run normal and let the hills incline work the musculature targeted.If ...
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| Beginner | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I'm really wanting to get in shape and I know that running or power walking is a great way to start. ...
A: The first thing you want to keep in mind is to have a lot of patience and don't be in a hurry ...
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| Marathon October 7th | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I am training for my first marathon, (Portland, October 7th, just 8 days out. I have been following ...
A: Dr. Tina I think you made the right call on chodromalicia.All the training and preperations you have ...
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| running on a treadmill | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I need to know if running on a treadmill will work my abs. I don't like doing exercise so just need ...
A: Great abs are produced with a lot of ab work,fine tune diet,reducing body fat.Running does work the ...
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| knee problem | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I have a problem that goes from one knee to the other. I feel a short sharp pain somewhere inside my ...
A: As your running progreses over the years and which will allways be the case,you develop muscle ...
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| jogging in place | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I read the answer to one of your previous questions about using intervals when jogging in place but ...
A: It is not as effective,but you have to do what you have to do untill things change.One thing which ...
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| Slow twitch/ fast twitch | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I use to be a great sprinter in high school, but now 8 years later I have gained weight and I am in ...
A: I would not worry about your building slow twitch at this time.You do want to get your body fat down ...
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| stomache ache when running | 9/21/2007 |
Q: My son recently started running xc in high school. He reports having "stomach aches" at times, ...
A: Running places a tremendous strain on the abs and surounding area and especialy at the end of a run ...
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| Sharp hip pain after running. Cant walk. | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I was jogging and felt a pain in my left hip from inside. I run through pain a little bit but then ...
A: Starting back up your going to experience some problems from time to time,and you must get back to ...
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| knee soreness | 9/18/2007 |
Q: Hey John, Hello, I am 28 years old and I have some light to mild pain in my left knee. Well about ...
A: You are experiencing alignment,tracking problems and developing a slight case of chondromalacia.I ...
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| Weight Gaining. | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I am trying to start gaining weight and heard that Creatine my help me. I was wondering if you had ...
A: The only weight you want to put on is muscle weight,which is done with overloading the musculature ...
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| Blood blisters on "ring finger" toe | 9/17/2007 |
Q: Every time I go for runs/jogs of more than 3 miles I wind up with a nasty blood blister on both of ...
A: This sounds to me like your running shoes are to tight and not leaving any room for your foot to ...
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| Metatarsal Injury | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I am in a boot cast until my next check up in two weeks time. I am due to run the NYC Marathon on ...
A: The best tool i would reccomend is a stationary bike in which you can do anything on the bike that ...
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| running with cramps | 9/15/2007 |
Q: How do you prevent from getting cramps when running because I just started cross country in school. ...
A: No....You start hydrating first thing in morning for a afternoon race or workout.Picture a river ...
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| New to Jogging | 9/14/2007 |
Q: My name is Sarah and I'm 26, (5'7,173 lbs). I started jogging a few weeks ago, both to lose weight ...
A: The hurting in the front of your legs is shin splints and is normal for some one just starting from ...
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| running with cramps | 9/13/2007 |
Q: How do you prevent from getting cramps when running because I just started cross country in school.
A: First you must watch your diet a good 4 to 6 hours before you train or race in order to make sure ...
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| What to eat before a run | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I'm 44 male that has been running every 2nd day for about a year. Truth be told I really don't ...
A: I think you would enjoy your running more and you would feel less trashed at the end of your run if ...
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| Swelling | 9/10/2007 |
Q: My husband is not a runner, but a carpenter. On his knees running screws into a deck. Directly under ...
A: I would really need a lot more info to properly comment such as when this started to develop.Things ...
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| lower leg pain when jogging | 9/9/2007 |
Q: i am getting great pain in my lower leg when running in the lower leg just above the ankle in the ...
A: I'm quite sure your experiencing a slight case of shin splints.This can happen often in individuals ...
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| KNEE PAIN | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I am 49 yrs old and have been doing a bootcamp 5 days a week for the past 4 weeks..We run and do wt ...
A: I don't know what kind of shape you were in before you started ,but it sounds just like a little ...
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| sore leg | 9/7/2007 |
Q: i started running a few weeks ago every day for about a mile and the front of my lower left leg has ...
A: That can be a normal thing to happen when starting out and they are shin splints.You don't have to ...
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| Ankle and Foot Pain | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I've experienced ankle pain down to the foot whenever I jog/run or even walk too much or too fast. ...
A: I can't really make out what your describing Jim.I would really need some more info that pin points ...
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| Clicking in the knee when walking, especially loud when walking up stairs | 9/5/2007 |
Q: About 4 months ago I decided to take up road jogging and get myself fit, I did take it easy but ...
A: Here is what i recommend kel,i have copied some case historys cause,prescription on how to take care ...
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| knee pain | 9/5/2007 |
Q: I used to run an hour/3 times a week. But developed this syndrome where after 5-7 minutes into the ...
A: I can't understand what you mean by your kneess sieze up.The one thing which i see a lot of and ...
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| Hip pain | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I started running this year in training for a half marathon and I have recently beeen experiencing ...
A: First thing, is after training for four months the training you have done is in the body and is what ...
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| knee pain problem or SI problem? | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I am a 34 yr old female runner, \i usually run 6 days a week, 2 weekends ago my long run went a bit ...
A: The on going high level of training your doing will create many imbalances and alignmet ...
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| ankle pain/ shin spints? | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I'm 38 and weight 225. I started jogging about two months ago. I got fitted shoes for my flat feet. ...
A: 99% sure it is shin splints.You can't run through this.This is your body talking to you,fix me,treat ...
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| Never healing sprain on top of my foot | 8/31/2007 |
Q: In early April I was at a jobsite and a 30lb window fell directly on top of my left foot. I was ...
A: Your foot just said you did to much to soon.Trying to figure out how long a injury takes to totally ...
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| Sore knees | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I have been jogging for 20 years. About a year ago my right knee started having a twinge of pain ...
A: First thing i want to say is if you can have a great deal of patience and not give up and stick to ...
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| Getting tired while running | 8/30/2007 |
Q: OK, I have been running for a year and a half. I started running at sea level and generally did 2-3 ...
A: The hot tub is not the problem so continue to enjoy it.I think it has something to do with your diet ...
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| Camelback | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I've been running with a Camelback lately. I enjoy the peace of mind it gives me. Is it safe ...
A: The answer is know,as long as you realize you have to maintain some additional prevention exercises ...
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| half-marathon | 8/28/2007 |
Q: DeHart(or is it Mr.), I am running a half-marathon this Sunday. Lately, I've been training a pretty ...
A: If you are running a half marathon sunday,the only recommendation i have is just do some easy ...
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| calf mussle tightness | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I just started running It's taken me 2 weeks just to be able to run a full mile. What keeps holding ...
A: When just starting out it takes time for the musculature to adapt.When you start out after 5 minutes ...
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| knee pain | 8/26/2007 |
Q: I have been running for about 3 yrs and recently have been training for a marathon.I am currently ...
A: Sounds like a tracking problem.When you train for a marathon many things can pop up due to the ...
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| Dry heaving/Gagging/Coughing during daily run | 8/26/2007 |
Q: I weigh 113 presently and am 5'5 feet tall(my weight has never fluctuated). I try not to eat much ...
A: I have answered questions like this before which you can find in my questions answered area,but ...
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| First Marathon Jitters | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I have been following a training program for my first marathon since early April. I have not really ...
A: First,what your going thru is normal as to have you prepared properly.The real question is have you ...
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| hip pain from jogging? | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I have been experiencing rather bad hip pain for the past week. I have been a treadmill walker, but ...
A: First thing i would do is stop using the (Etodolac)and any other meds.The reason for this is you ...
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| starting to run | 8/21/2007 |
Q: i have decided to start jogging/run in the mornings and i was wondering on what the best way to ...
A: You got good advice.Just gradually move into it.The most important thing to keep in mind as you move ...
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| post 1/2 marathon | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I completed my first 1/2 marathon...it was fantastic! I felt great, ran at a comfortable pace (I ...
A: That is music to my ears.You deserve to be comended for a successfull debut half marathon.Carly you ...
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| Can Races be Fun? | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I started runnung 10 months ago - from a couch potato to running my second 5k race yesterday. I am ...
A: Yes running can be fun if you just approach it that way and just as you said for the focus, ...
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| Jogging and Knee Injury | 8/19/2007 |
Q: Few months back I slipped on a wet floor and my knee bended in a wrong direction. My doctor reffered ...
A: Your situation was not caused by running on hard surface.By all means you will be able to run again ...
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| Chondromalacia | 8/18/2007 |
Q: I am a woman of 43 years old and have had chondromalacia for too many years. I have had no pain for ...
A: Question...1 No,the body gets rid of it along the way,and thats why you want a constant flow. ...
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| Outer Knee Pain | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have been running consistently for the past year and am working towards a half marathon in ...
A: Question 1..alignment, imbalance,tracking of knee. Question 2..Start adding 3 stationary bike ...
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| Stamina | 8/15/2007 |
Q: !.....Remember me...somedays ago i told you that i have a soccer match...well with that one won,i ...
A: Still not a lot of time to get in top shape,but i will add one workout which should really lift your ...
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| Jogging/squats for "Pear" Shapes | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I've been jogging/exercising on and off since I was around 17 and I am now 22. I find that it is ...
A: Yes,get rid of the squats and lunges get into hill repeats.Will shape the quads and the butttocks ...
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| Hip Pain | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I have been running since June of this year. I ran a 5 mile race on July 4th. 4 miles into the ...
A: First thing i would do is stop taking alleve and naproxin.You have to treat the cause.The medicine ...
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| Right Knee | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I have recently been training for the police officers fitness exam. I ran for about a half mile than ...
A: The 40's did it,and probably strained some tendons and messed up your alignment of the tracking of ...
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| My First Marathon | 8/9/2007 |
Q: Sir, Good Morning! I am running my first Marathon exactly one month from today. I am still ...
A: First tell me how long you have been training for this and how many miles you have put in.Also your ...
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| Staminaaaaaaa! | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I used to run for a long long time on a soccer field earlier,maybe......30-40 sprints i could do ...
A: With only a few days to go the only thing you can do now is just get out every day and do some easy ...
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| hip joint pain | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I am a 21 year old female in decent shape and I love to run. I decided a few months ago to train ...
A: Most problems are associated with alignment and weak musculature and trying to build up mileage to ...
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| lower abdominal pan while running | 8/7/2007 |
Q: I noticed a post about a similar problem as mine and wanted some information as well. For the past ...
A: A lot of problems that crop up for runners from time to time who have not been at it for very long ...
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| Pain while running | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I've just started running, mainly to build stammer. I'm fine for the first mile but after that my ...
A: Your knee is not tracking properly.I would recomend you do some stationary biking a 2 to 3 time a ...
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| re: foot pain | 8/6/2007 |
Q: Ok, so here is a typical menu for me. Keep in mind that I am still trying to lose weight (have lost ...
A: I think your diet looks real good and healthy.For your breakfast i would add a couple of tablespoons ...
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| foot pain | 8/2/2007 |
Q: Unfortuantely, I have only 18 days left till my race...don't really have time to break in a new pair ...
A: As far as pain goes,just cut back your running the last week and a half with a couple easy walks,and ...
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| Toes sorta numb | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I just started running a month ago and I have experienced that when I take my shoes off, my far 2 ...
A: It seems to me based on your description that it has to do with a neuroma(nerve).It is a common ...
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| Clicking Near Ankle While Running | 7/31/2007 |
Q: I recently started hearing/feeling a clicking sound somewhere between the top of my foot and to the ...
A: It seems to me based on your description that it is your peroneal tendon.Rather than me explain the ...
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| Answer This Please lol | 7/31/2007 |
Q: My name is shawn. I live in the desert. ive only run when i needed to. It kills me lol. How do you ...
A: The best way is just focus on alternating a walk jog program,gradually working into complete ...
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| foot pain | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I'm 4 weeks out from my half marathon. I'm having pain on the "ball of my left foot," below the big ...
A: I have heard of this and experienced it my self years ago.It is more than likley a neruoma.One of ...
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| Knee injury | 7/25/2007 |
Q: Last year i had a motor bike accident, and hurt my knee. It didn't seem serious, I just couldn't ...
A: I really can't get a feel for the injury based on your description,so i would ask you if you could ...
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| chrondral malatia | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I've had this condition since I was 16 and am now 23. I'm sick of the knee pain and pretty much was ...
A: You do not have to live with your situation,and if you have a ton of patience and are consistent ...
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| gagging / throwing up while running: | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I have been running for about 7 weeks training for 10k on Labor Day. I am on a good training play ...
A: As you start to get in better shape and start pushing yourself,your body starts clearing itself ...
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| Jogging | 7/23/2007 |
Q: Hey John, Sean Barker here...I live in Las Vegas i am 22 years old and at about 230 6' 5". Anyway, ...
A: You are correct about taking time of from time to time.You can always do walking on odd days.Your ...
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| Runner's Nutrition | 7/22/2007 |
Q: My boyfriend runs upwards of 3 miles 5 times a week and though I'm very proud of his dedication I ...
A: I really wouldn't worry since that is really not excessive.As long as he maintains a good healthy ...
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| chondromalacia | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I read the previous posts in regards to the severe chondromalacia which were slightly helpful, but I ...
A: First i want to tell you that at one time over 20 years ago i to was totally frustrated with this ...
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| 5K races | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I run in several local 5K races and my time is pretty consistant. I don't know how to train to ...
A: Two things you can do rachel is increase your mileage either by the length of your present runs or ...
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| Running/Jogging | 7/20/2007 |
Q:
A: To improve your running,the key is being consistent from day to day with a lot of variety such as ...
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| chondro malacia patella | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I read your answer to another person regarding this condition and I have a further question about ...
A: The stationary bike is without question the best tool to rehab your knee and getting back tracking ...
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| Correct work out approach? | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I am a 19 year old male, about 160 lbs, and a 5' 11" frame. I am in decent shape, mostly from ...
A: I think it looks like a nice balanced schedule,except you need a little more ab work for the six ...
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| Knee | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I'm a division II rugby player and to keep in shape I do quite a bit of running, distance and ...
A: The best tool for your situation,knee,hip,cardio is a stationary bike.You can do long,short plus ...
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| left leg inner mid calf pain | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I started training for a marathon coming up in nov. About a month ago I stopped running because of ...
A: In order to address your question properly i need to know a complete bio,height, weight,age,when you ...
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| Heel Pain with walking & running | 7/17/2007 |
Q: I have a weird problem with pain in my left heel. The pain is right on the back / bottom of my heel ...
A: It very likley could be a bone spur which may cause pain and tenderness at the base of the calcaneus ...
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| menstrual like cramps while jogging | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I noticed you answered a similar question, but I too suffer from the same menstrual like ...
A: I don't have a solid answer for you other than what i mentioned others.Everybody is different so i ...
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| knee popping and numb hamstring | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I am 32 and have been running for about a year now. My weight has gone from 235 down to 215. Eating ...
A: First neither of your situations are real serious,but when your body starts talking to you you must ...
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| Burning Feet | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I'm a 38 year old female and have been physically active all my life: walking, jogging, hiking, ...
A: I do know what you mean,and experienced it myself years ago.I don't have a hard and fast answer ...
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| Sprint triathlons | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I participate in Sprint triathlons. So the distances are approx - 1/2 mile swim, 16 mile bike and 4 ...
A: I guess from what your telling me you plan on being out on the course for 1hr 40 min.In this ...
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| 5K training | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I have been running in several 5K road runs in my area. I would like to improve my time. The last ...
A: To advise you properly i would need to know how much training you are willing to do to knock some ...
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| nutrition and training | 7/8/2007 |
Q: I've been training for a half marathon and have gotten to the 10 point. Up until now, I pretty much ...
A: I would not eat before your training runs.I would just slow the pace what ever it is and just make ...
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| weight loss | 7/8/2007 |
Q: 235pds, and 22 years old i just enrolled in a gym 2 weeks ago trying to lose weight considering i ...
A: The running your doing is fine,along with a quality balanced diet.Just have a lot of patience and ...
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| interval runs | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I'm an 18 year old sportsman and I have been advised to start interval training by my sports coach. ...
A: The first thing i need to know before i can advise you on the intervals,is what sport or event if it ...
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| 44 year old female with 3 yr old knee injury | 7/7/2007 |
Q: John, I am 44 years old and used to be pretty athletic. I like to jog, but 3 yrs ago I tore my ACL ...
A: If you really love it and are willing to put in the time to rehab it properly and have a lot of ...
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| Recreational jogger | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I have begun jogging about 6 months ago, I am up to about 2-3 miles mostly every day. However, my ...
A: The footing is not a problem.The body's musculature and energy systems adapts to a level of stress ...
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| hip pain | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I am an avid runner - normally 3-4 miles 3-4 times a week. Now I am getting hip pain and even if I ...
A: You do not need orthotics.You must get to the route of the problem and what is causing it.In most ...
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| I don't have asthma, but... | 7/3/2007 |
Q: Hey I'm going to be a junior in high school this coming year, and ive been dying to joing the ...
A: You are the kind of athlete i just love to work with and are hard to fine.I really got a great sense ...
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| half marathon | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I am running my first half marathon in August. I've been reading a lot about "tapering down" the ...
A: Depending on what your goals are and what your trying to accomplish time wise and the length of your ...
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| sore knee :) | 7/1/2007 |
Q: (chondro malacia or iliotibial band). I recently trained and walked the AVON walk which is 40 miles ...
A: For sure you have a slight case of chondromalacia based on your description of your situation.I ...
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| Leg muscle pain when running at altitude | 7/1/2007 |
Q: My son has been running daily for 2 years in Colorado Springs. He also runs daily when he comes ...
A: The altitude should not make any difference.He is probably pushing to hard and not including some ...
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| Sore upper thighs from hill running? | 6/30/2007 |
Q: I’m 26, 6’2”, and 148 lbs. I just started running for exercise about 3 weeks ago. I started slow ...
A: You sure did over do it.I would just go very easy on the flat for a while.Two hill workouts a week ...
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| Tendon question? | 6/29/2007 |
Q: "I have been experiencing a dull pain on the inside of my lower leg just up from the ankle bone and ...
A: If your positive it is not shin splints.Its very likely the peroneal tendon.Tendons that pass over ...
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| Knee Probs | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I have been competing in various sports since I was about 13, my main sport being Rugby, I stopped ...
A: It seems like a little patella tendonitis,in which i would recomend icing after your workouts.I ...
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| track | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I'm 14 and going to be a sophomore in high school this coming school year. When I was younger, I ...
A: There is no magic to coming back,just a lot of patience and consistecy on a daily basis.No magic ...
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| Warm-up? | 6/27/2007 |
Q: and thanks for the website. I have recently started running and I what the best warm up is to avoid ...
A: The best thing is to just start off with some easy walking and then work into some running very very ...
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| sore knees/ankles | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I am 33 years old, and I have lost about 70 pounds in the last 2 years. I have recently taken up ...
A: You will be fine in time,but you have to be more patient.Years have gone by with no exercise,and the ...
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| Chondromalacia ( have read the other entires here) | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I'm a 23-yr old female, and have been suffering (yes, that is the word) from chondromalacia since I ...
A: There comes a time when we have to put some of the things on hold to enjoy brighter days down the ...
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| Numbness on inner side of knee | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I jog /run around 20/25 miles per week and have done so for around the last 7 months. I do have a ...
A: I think it could be some nerve situation,but this is very hard to to put a finger on this.I will say ...
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| Have I got jumpers knee?? | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I have ran for over 6 months on a treadmill and have recently started running outside on hard ...
A: The things your learning about your body and what you need to do to stay in shape are ...
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| Stree fracture | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I am 19 and last October suffered a stress fracture to the second metatarsal. I didn't rest properly ...
A: The diet plays a role in healing,but not at the speed you would like.The only other exercise you ...
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| Have I got jumpers knee?? | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I have ran for over 6 months on a treadmill and have recently started running outside on hard ...
A: You will be able to step again,and i would stick to your own program.I'm very familiar with a spin ...
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| Have I got jumpers knee?? | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I have ran for over 6 months on a treadmill and have recently started running outside on hard ...
A: Don't worry about starting up,you will do fine.Yes it would be a good idea to stop the step ...
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| Stamina, Speed, Not incredibly plausible? | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I'm 18, 5'7 and around 110lbs. Right now I'm trying to gain weight while getting in shape to join ...
A: If your time is 11 min now,it will take a very long time to reach 6min.The training goals should be ...
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| Have I got jumpers knee?? | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I have ran for over 6 months on a treadmill and have recently started running outside on hard ...
A: Relax and be patient,it has only been a few days.You mentioned vit c 3 times a week.It is 3 times a ...
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| Knee pain | 6/14/2007 |
Q: Hi, I have started a running program w/in the past 2 weeks after not doing much the past 7 months ...
A: I would spend some time for the the next 30 days riding an exercise bike to retrack the knee and ...
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| Have I got jumpers knee?? | 6/13/2007 |
Q: I have ran for over 6 months on a treadmill and have recently started running outside on hard ...
A: Don't worry you will be running again and for many years to come as long as you keep ahead of all ...
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| Calf pains | 6/13/2007 |
Q: For nearly two years I have been suffering acute pains just below my calf muscle. I first remember ...
A: You could have a slight soleus pull.The tibialis diccomfort is a slight case of shin splints.You ...
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| painful second toenail after power walking/jogging | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I read your Q/A with the person asking about the same problem, only his pain was in his great ...
A: The only thing i think it could be is the fit of your shoes,To tight and getting squesed,no room for ...
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| Knee Pain | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I'm 13 and i ran for cross country and track. I'm not usually great at running since I'm more of a ...
A: At your age your body is still growing and with all your activity's puts a lot of stress on all your ...
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| New to excercise - Knee pain on elliptical | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I am 32 years old, and have gotten very little strenuous excercise in the last 5 years. I am 6' ...
A: Getting back to exercise more than likly you will encounter some alightment problems.I don't feel ...
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| Sprints or long runs? | 6/9/2007 |
Q: hey john. I am a 15 (almost 16) guy that is about 187 lb and 5' 8" and a half. My body fat % is some ...
A: I good program will provide both mike,but a lower body fat will require geting the right proper ...
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| Running: Pain from the buttock to leg | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I am overweight and I recently started exercising (started 3 weeks Back). I run for 30 Mins and ...
A: I really don't think so.When you start a program you will from time to time experience some ...
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| Occasional knee pain | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I am 26 years old, and I ran track for 6 years in highschool/college. A year after I was through, I ...
A: How goes it former athlete You have a real case of chondromalacia.If you have a lot of patience and ...
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| foot ligament pain | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I used to be a skateboarder in my youth to the detriment of my ankles. Re-ocurring ankle sprains ...
A: You are not permanently damaged,you have to take your situation very seriously and do some ...
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| stomach pain with running | 6/4/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 26 and each time she jogs her stomach gets pains similar to menstral than when she is ...
A: Running puts a lot of stress on the abs,and if hers are a little weak this could be a factor along ...
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| weight training for half marathon | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I've just started training for my first half marathon in August. I would like to spend 2 days a ...
A: Since you just started training for your first half marathon,i would not reccomend you start a ...
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| stomach pain with running | 6/3/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 26 and each time she jogs her stomach gets pains similar to menstral than when she is ...
A: I would need a little more info on her past and present running,height, weight,duration of runs and ...
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| Athletic Supporter & Knee Pain | 6/1/2007 |
Q: Namaste Mr. John I am 26 years young guy living in Delhi, India. I have started Jogging about 12 ...
A: I have copied some case histories of cause and prescription to take care of your knee ...
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| calf cramping | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have been jogging for about 3 months now, only going 4-5 miles per day. Lately, I have been ...
A: What you are experencing is a start up situation as your body adapt's to the level of training that ...
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| My Knees | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have been playing basketball since grade 5. and i started having osgood slatter disease in my ...
A: No surgery as best i researched or permanent damage.It is quite common in a small age group of your ...
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| numb feet | 5/26/2007 |
Q: Hey there, I just noticed this site and figured I would ask an important question about my training. ...
A: If you want to get back into running,i would suggest you get into a more consistent schedule instead ...
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| deep calf pain | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I was sad to read your advice on resting 3-4 weeks. I've really been in the "zone" for running ...
A: The infrastructure and the musculature,tendons,connective tissue all work toghther.If you have ...
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| Knee Pain | 5/23/2007 |
Q: John- My right knee has popped for about 10 years. I have run often on and off for periods of time ...
A: You are going to be back 100% and loving it again if you have a lot of patience and a consistent ...
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| persistently sore sartorius | 5/22/2007 |
Q: I'm 72, fit, 28-years of 5-6 days-a-week runs for health. Still doing slow, 1,000-mile years. A long ...
A: Greetings from rentacoach int hdq. Thanks so much for your gracious comments.It is people like you ...
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| Injury | 5/21/2007 |
Q: My friend has been jogging & apparently her ankles are hurting. She is 5'2", 132 pounds, wears size ...
A: If she is just starting out,this can be somewhat normal as her body adapts to the overload.Also the ...
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| persistently sore sartorius | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I'm 72, fit, 28-years of 5-6 days-a-week runs for health. Still doing slow, 1,000-mile years. A long ...
A: Your going to have to get involved in some rehap exercises,since your situation involves other ...
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| deep calf pain | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I have been experiencing deep calf pain while jogging for the last 3 days. At first I thought it ...
A: You are right about the rest,but i would do some active rest.The best tool i have found is an ...
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| Cramping on right side | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I'm 20 years old and use to run in H/S but I broke my ankle and had to stop. I have recently joined ...
A: You could of pulled a abdominal muscle,but more than likley is weak abs.Since your just getting back ...
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| runner's knee | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I am only 14 years old and i have been suffering from knee pain for over 3 months and i went to the ...
A: You will be fine and enjoy all the activity's you desire in the years ahead.Your body is still young ...
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| Good walking/jogging shoes | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I am a 26 year old female at about 150pds. I just started to exercise for the first time in my life ...
A: Your body will adapt to your new program over time and you just have to have a lot of patience and ...
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| Running injury | 5/16/2007 |
Q: I've been running road races for the past four years and I keep getting shin splints. Even when I ...
A: I would not recommend orthotics.As a rule the muscles and tissue should adapt over time.After runs ...
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| Quads Tightening | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I had been running on the tread mill 5-6 times a week at the gym mostly in the mornings before work ...
A: Leg extensions,leg curls,adductor,abductor,leg presses,half squats.I would also add a good ab work ...
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| Quads Tightening | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I had been running on the tread mill 5-6 times a week at the gym mostly in the mornings before work ...
A: It is really hard to pin point your situation,but what i allways do with athletes is trace back to ...
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| fartlek | 5/12/2007 |
Q: John, My friend keeps telling me to do fartliks...what exactly is this as I don't want t ask him ...
A: It can be any length of run where you keep changing the speed and the recovery such as for a 1 hour ...
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| Chondromalacia | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I saw a post from you about runners knee from June of last year and was wondering if you could give ...
A: You will be as good as new and be able to do anything you want to do if you slow down and set a ...
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| Cramping in calf muscles | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I am a recreational runner and successfully completed a half marathon yesterday. As with prior ...
A: You didn't mention the times you ran,10k, half marathon,marathon.One thing i noticed is running in a ...
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| female runner strange gait | 5/10/2007 |
Q: I work with a young female runner who needs to get her running speed up to pass a physical exam. I ...
A: Everybody has a basic form and gate geneticly,but with certain workouts you can enhance the ...
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| Cramping in calf muscles | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I am a recreational runner and successfully completed a half marathon yesterday. As with prior ...
A: It is all in the training.I don't no what your bio is such as height, weight, age, your marathon ...
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| Deep calf pain | 5/7/2007 |
Q: John- I am 26 year old male 5'9 and 200lbs. I average about 20-26 miles per week. Once a year (it ...
A: You know the problem and also that you are a little impatient.The key to staying injury free is ...
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| Trying to find the joy in running | 5/6/2007 |
Q: I have been running regularly for a little more than a year and when I first started I remember how ...
A: There is a reason for everything in life.Everything you see or touch or do was first a thought.You ...
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| hot lower body | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I am female, 37 years old. I do jogging and running, I try to do it regularly. since i have very ...
A: Running is a great exercise for shaping the legs,but if you want to increase the size you have to ...
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| Jog duration | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Goodday I like to jog, but soemetimes difficult to find the time. I jog 20 minutes and walk for 10 ...
A: To reduce body fat any place on your body you want to do 30 minutes 5 to 6 days a week plus a lot of ...
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| Jog duration | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Goodday I like to jog, but soemetimes difficult to find the time. I jog 20 minutes and walk for 10 ...
A: First rule is you do what you can untill you can find more time.The second rule is a lot of patience ...
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| 10K times | 4/27/2007 |
Q: John -- I'm a 39 year old male. I've been running since July. In the three years before that I ...
A: You hit the nail on the head tom.The body gets very lazy with the same old workouts.For progress you ...
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| running pain | 4/24/2007 |
Q: I am 27 and started jogging a couple of months ago. First on the treadmill and then outside in the ...
A: Your situation is you have just started and trying to move to fast in getting back in shape.As you ...
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| Legs | 4/23/2007 |
Q: Good Day! I would like to get your help to learn “How to increase the Bone Density” I am 22 (male) ...
A: Your bone density increases over time with weight bearing exercise such as running and weight ...
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| Starting to run at 45 | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I am 45 years old and having a hard time losing weight. I really would like to start running. I ...
A: It is never to late to turn your life around and running will do it.It turned my life around 30 ...
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| new runner with several pains | 4/20/2007 |
Q: I am relatively a new runner. I have worked out for the last year 4 days a week but for my cardio ...
A: You are going to experience some situations while your body adapts to a new level of stress on the ...
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| shin splints and shoes | 4/18/2007 |
Q: i am a 40 year old male and have run on and off most of my life, usually in the 3-4 mile at a time ...
A: Breaking in new shoes is a real pain in the ? if you no what i mean.The shoe is forcing your foot to ...
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| running leg cramps | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I am a distance runner and lately when I am running my legs go numb on the last 200-300 of a race. ...
A: A certain amount of that is normal as you go deeper into oxegen dept.I would include a couple of ...
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| Just Starting | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I am really wanting to begin a running program. I like to run but I am so bad at it and I have hip ...
A: First your hips are probably out of alignment which is causing the discomfort.I would start a good ...
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| Just Starting | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I am really wanting to begin a running program. I like to run but I am so bad at it and I have hip ...
A: It is very easy to get you started to accomplish the things you desire,but i would like to know what ...
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| Chondromalacia worsened by elliptical? | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have seen your very helpful and informative answers regarding the topic of chondromalacia patella. ...
A: Discontinue the elliptical and the treadmill and work with the bike.I would also stop with the quad ...
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| knee pain! | 4/4/2007 |
Q: His situation makes no sense. He told me he woke up one day with his right knee a little sore ...
A: Sitting in a taxi all day or night can create problems.You didn't mention if he did any exercise ...
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| weight loss | 4/4/2007 |
Q: I run 45 minutes 5 days a week and i strength train 3 days a week. I"m 5'4 and I weigh 130 but, i ...
A: It looks like you have a good program going.Coffee is not the problem.I do know you are missing ...
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| Running up hills | 4/2/2007 |
Q: There is a large hill where I live with a path thats clear in summer. Are there any advantages to be ...
A: Running hills is a real a great session which can provide many benefits depending on what your goals ...
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| Breathing technique | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I am trying to talk myself into running for exercise. I got out of the Army 10 yrs ago and refused ...
A: Your body and energy systems will adapt overtime at their own pace,so the most important thing is a ...
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| 800 & 400m race | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I have my school sports day coming up and I have been entered to do the 800m and 400m. Now I ...
A: Your focus has to be on 3 high quality workouts.Give yourself 2 days beween the the 3 workouts.First ...
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| knee pain | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I started running a month ago, running 3 or 4 times a week, I was up to about 6.5km, feeling I could ...
A: Your body was just not ready for that increase gen.Not serious,but you should work up at a little ...
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| Leg numbness running hills | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I am 52 years old and have been running long distance for nearly a decade now. Lately my legs go ...
A: That has something to do with pinch nerves in the back.I would really get into a solid abdominal and ...
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| Nutrition and drinks dring race | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I have joined a triathlon club and am looking for a nutritional energy drink that I can take during ...
A: No problem in sprints...As i said before,make sure you practice ahead of time to get confortable ...
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| severe pain right below calf during and after running | 3/24/2007 |
Q: I am a 33 year old male who has always been in good shape. I played high school and some college ...
A: Your description tells me shin splints on the inside lower calf and achiles.Ice,ice,ice for both and ...
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| Yikes! Pain | 3/23/2007 |
Q: A week ago, I did an error. I usually walk for an hour and run for twenty minutes, about 6 MPH, ...
A: You probably have a slight case of chrondromalacia.I have copied some case history's for you of ...
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| calf injury | 3/23/2007 |
Q: john: i am training for the geneva marathon and have recently received a calf injury after after a ...
A: Your description tells me shin splints robert.I don't no how bad,and possibly could be just strained ...
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| running and heartburn | 3/23/2007 |
Q: my question to you is why do I get heartburn while I am running? I don't eat or drink anything a ...
A: It is not so much what you eat before,as it is to your regular diet.I remember years ago i had some ...
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| Leg Whip | 3/19/2007 |
Q: What is the best way to go about stopping a leg whip in a runner? ANSWER: Hi Keith I have not heard ...
A: I got the picture now.Thanks for up date.The one thing i know for sure is not to mess with some ...
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| Running Injury | 3/14/2007 |
Q: The muscle I am talking about is right behind the calf bone, (I believe it's called the fibula bone, ...
A: Much better description.I think it has something to do with shin splints.As i think back a number of ...
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| Running Shoes pls help:) | 3/14/2007 |
Q: i have been running for the past maybe three years with the same amazing shoes first outside and ...
A: If you haven't had any problems with the spirit i see no problem keeping with the brand.I do agree ...
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| running time | 3/13/2007 |
Q: John, I am 41---5-10-260....obviously need to hit the treadmill more. I am currently on a low carb ...
A: How are ya Rich First....Great job on the past month.Rich,the first thing is be patient and ...
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| jogging | 3/12/2007 |
Q: i just started soccer at my school and the first practise was terrible. i felt like i was going to ...
A: Endurance takes time to build over time.You just have to pace your self till your body adapts to the ...
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| Training with HR Monitor | 3/12/2007 |
Q: "Hi, I'm from Charleston, SC. I've ran 4 years of high school track and XC and 1 year in college. ...
A: I know the hr monitor well and i personally feel you should spend your focus finding your different ...
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| track meet | 3/11/2007 |
Q: im in highschool. meets are after school and i run at about 4-4:30 pm thanks Gracie!hi, i was ...
A: The most important is keeping your blood sugar up during the day.That being said you want to start ...
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| exercise | 3/9/2007 |
Q: I hope I'm finding you in the best of health. I started jogging(17 years old,not so active in past) ...
A: Your opening statement was a first and very thoughtfull.Thank you very much,life is good and i'm in ...
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| running | 3/7/2007 |
Q: i have a question. why is it more difficult to run on solid ground like outside or somewhere than ...
A: You have a little more bounce on the treadmill.Your musculature will adapt overtime to the hard ...
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| Running Questions | 3/6/2007 |
Q: I could not find a track because my high school does not let non-PE students into the area. I did ...
A: You just have to train where it is convient for you untill you can find a more appropiate place.The ...
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| Knee Pain | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I have recently begun jogging again after many years. I am experiencing pain in my right knee, not ...
A: You more than likely have a slight case of chondromalacia which is quite common especially from long ...
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| how do you run faster | 2/24/2007 |
Q: I'm 26, 225, lbs. I have been running off and on for about 2 years now. I am trying to cut time ...
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