Running

Running is a low maintenance way of getting in shape. Just put on your running shoes and go. Unfortunately, some runners may experience shin pain from running. However, shin pain need not be the...

Split shins develop from excessive walking, exercising and stress on the heels and soles of your feet. Often many athelets, runners, and jogger experience many different levels of split shins. ...

Sciatica refers to pain that you may experience along your lower back down to your legs.The sciatic nerve runs from your spinal cord to your buttock, hip area and all the way down to the back of...

Sore leg muscles can occur after sprinting if the runner strains or tears a muscle. Sore leg muscles can occur from not properly warming up the muscles prior to sprinting, as well. There are...

A sharp pain in your side during jogging isn't cause for concern, though it is unpleasant. Also called side stitches or Exercise-Related Transient Abdominal Pain (ETAP), the sensation isn't unique...

A burning sensation near the balls of your feet and in between your toes is known as a neuroma. According to CoolRunning.com, this burning problem is caused when there is too much movement between...

Many long distance runners have to deal with a painful condition in the foot called plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a large muscle that runs from the base of the heel and spans out to...

Running puts a great deal of stress on the weight bearing joints and muscles of the body and, as a result, many runners experience foot pain at one time or another.

Follow these simple steps to learn how to prevent or work through a side stitch. A side stitch is caused when your diaphragm goes into a spasm and affects your breathing. Side stitches can be...

A regular running program can yield better health, stamina, conditioning and appearance. However, along with the good results of running are the sometimes debilitating injuries and aches or pains...

If you have suffered from back problems (herniated discs, bulging discs, etc.) you have probably realized that the best therapy is exercise. Since, I am a runner, I was not going to let herniated...

"Shin splints" are the common name for medial tibial stress syndrome. Shin splints are caused by too much repetitively placed weight on the lower legs and manifest themselves in the form of pain...

Tendonitis is the inflammation of the tendons that connect muscles to bone. Tendons allow for movement of the joints throughout the body. During exercise, microscopic tears occur in the tissue;...

The calf is made up of two muscles, the gastrocnemius and the soleus. Together, these muscles lift and lower the heel of the foot. The gastrocnemius lifts and lowers the heel when the leg is...

Heel pain while running can quickly thwart your attempts to stay fit and continue your running regimen. There are several reasons for the development of heel pain, including cracked heels,...

The foot receives a tremendous amount of impact with each step a runner takes--up to approximately three times the runner's body weight. Combined with the fact that each runner takes approximately...

Runners put a lot of pressure on their feet; this, combined with repetitive movement, can lead to foot problems and injuries. Many common foot problems can be avoided by introducing physical...

Shin splints are a painful problem for people who do a lot of running. Athletes are prone to shin splints under the right circumstances, and tennis players, joggers, basketball players, and others...

Getting rid of a side stitch while running, a sharp pain on the side of the stomach, requires stopping, taking a few deep breaths and resuming the run slowly and gradually. Eliminate the pain of a...

Runner's knee -- pain around/on the kneecap that hurts most when going down stairs or hills and after prolonged sitting (as in a movie or on a plane) -- is one of the most common causes of knee...

If you're a runner or hiker, you may be familiar with ITBS knee pain that usually starts after a few miles and increases steadily. It's on the outer side of the knee, and can affect one or both...

Overuse injuries are common in competitive runners. The strain training can take on a runner's body can be extremely damaging, but with a few simple tips you can minimize that impact and minimize...

Runners tend to be a breed of hardcore athletes who narrow their thinking to one thing: running every single day. Short of death, they will run in rain, sleet and snow. If you are a runner, you...

A shooting pain in your side can be not only annoying, but frequent side stitches can adversely impact your performance and impede your running progress. Reoccurences are good indicators of other...

Rib pain is a common symptom that occurs during fitness activities such as running, jogging and other cardiovascular exercises. Athletes refer to this rib pain as a side stitch. The ligaments that...

Runners frequently suffer many ailments due to the physical nature of running. Shin splints, fallen arches and stiff joints are nothing new. However, many also suffer a mysterious pain known as a...

Runners are likely to develop many different injuries because of the repetitive motion and stress on their legs. Short-distance runners and long-distance runners are usually prone to different...

Maybe you've decided to train for the big marathon, or maybe you've made a New Year's resolution to do more cardio and get back in shape. While running is fantastic for the heart, it can be...

"Heel pain is a common complaint among new runners, but it can be managed with a few precautions and need not keep you off your feet," says Joanie Greggains, TV and KGO Radio fitness expert and...