Running

Many people with high blood pressure instinctively avoid heavy exertion, fearing a heart attack or stroke. However, regular exercise is one of the most effective methods for lowering blood...

While jogging has many benefits, the impact can wear down knee cartilage and bursae. A variety of ailments, from osteoarthritis to a torn meniscus, can cause fluid in the knee (also referred to as...

Running a marathon can be one of the hardest and most rewarding events in your life. Proper training is the key to success, and is crucial to your health. You cannot achieve a marathon overnight....

Running can be a great way to improve cardio, burn fat, and build muscle. However, for some, the process can be quite difficult on the joints or may simply not provide an intense workout. Water...

A 10-minute mile is the average time for most distance runners. It is neither a jog nor a sprint but a good stepping block to pace your runs. If you run a 10-minute mile in a marathon, you would...

Sprinting is an intense practice that takes years of exercise and training. For optimum results, sprinters need to build large muscle masses while avoiding body fat. This means sprinters need to...

Joseph Pilates invented the stretching-based exercise system known as Pilates. Pilates is seen as a full mind-and-body workout (and to some, a way of life), and can be compared to other...

Runners must conquer challenges from the body, mind and competition every time they lace up. A runner can be in the best physical condition, completely prepared for a race, only to cramp up in...

Achilles tendon injuries and calf injuries are most common when you suddenly increase the workload of either one or both. According to the Mayo Clinic, both Achilles tendinitis and calf strains...

This last September, I finished my third full marathon and have also completed 2 half marathons. Completing a marathon has to be the greatest feeling in the world. A lot of people think that...

If you want to be a faster runner you have to run all the time, right? Wrong. The truth is that you can do a number of activities that will improve your cardiovascular endurance and leg...

Running a 5k race soon? This 'how to' will help you plan your race pace.

No runner is bio-mechanically perfect and that's good, because the surfaces we run or walk on are hardly perfect either. Our feet were designed to have "roll" to help absorb impact and compensate...

Nothing is more frustrating than feeling that stitch in your side around mile three of the 26.2 for which you have been training. After months, maybe years, of planning runs, eating right, and...

When running long distances, the name of the game is efficiency. As you train, your muscles and cardiovascular system become more efficient allowing you to run further distances. You can...

Those who run on a daily basis are devoted to their sport. Running gets in your blood and many runners make sure they get their miles in, even in very poor weather conditions. But injuries are a...

There are several reasons why your back may hurt once finishing up a run. The challenge is to pinpoint the problem in the whole spectrum of potential culprits since back pain can be so mysterious,...

A marathon is an extreme test both of physical fitness and mental preparation. A runner can be in good shape and still run poorly if he doesn't have the mental toughness to compete in the race....

Running provides outstanding cardiovascular benefits and can help you drop pounds or simply maintain a healthy weight. Plus it's low-cost--the only necessary equipment being proper footwear. If...

Heel spurs are common among runners and the obese. Heel spurs result from inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs from the heel to the base of the toes.

Many people enjoy going for runs outside, but sometimes running outdoors is not an option, and workouts have to be completed on an indoor treadmill instead. The key to using a treadmill to emulate...

For most, the hardest thing about creating a good weight loss program is starting it, and getting into a routine. Here's how to overcome the challenge of motivating yourself and finding a...

So your part of an organization and you got roped into a 5k run. 5, psh is that all you got? 5 is a relatively small number...and then you realize that a 5k in actuality is 3.1 miles when...

If you're looking to get the most out of every run, a pedometer can act as a digital coach, motivator and calculator all in one. However, that more-than-capable device can't (and won't) be much...

Every time you run or walk, your foot goes through a series of motions: heel strike, pronation, and toe off. The process of pronation acts as a shock absorber for your feet.

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...

Interval training, sometimes called "speed work" is one of the most commonly practiced regimens of the distance runners arsenal. But it is also a key area, that if practiced incorrectly,...

Want to know how to prevent your legs from rubbing against each other and chafing while jogging or running? Some people have wider legs or unique running strides that can cause their legs chaff....

Ready to take your treadmill routine to the next level? With a little patience and perseverance, almost anyone can become a runner. A mode of exercise that burns calories, strengthens your legs...

You can run with plantar warts. There are several techniques that minimize the discomfort and the sometimes pain of plantar warts. Running with plantar warts without using one of these techniques...

Pressed for time and eager to get into the heart of a workout, many people skip the warm-up. Whether preparing to run outside or inside, a warm-up prevents injury and mitigates muscle soreness....

In our last segment we discussed the first phase of training commonly known as base training. You should always begin any training cycle with a solid base training phase before moving on to our...

The University of Washington School of Medicine states that patients of spinal fusion surgery will be restricted from sport activities during recovery. After three months, patients may do some low...

One way to increase your speed and your cardio endurance level is to practice effective interval training. This can enable you to run further distances and to run faster than you could previously...

Whether you run competitively or for personal fitness, what you put into your body affects your performance. With all of the vitamins marketed to runners, knowing what your body needs to run...

Doctors recommend bunion surgery patients to refrain from any exercise during the post-operative period. However you can start running after full recovery (typically eight weeks) with your...

Walking and running are excellent forms of cardiovascular activity. They are free and require nothing more than willing legs to carry you. Coupled with proper nutrition, walking or running can...

It's not easy to train for a half or full marathon, but with the proper work ethic and drive and a little coaching, you can do it. The key is to start small and work to build both strength and...

Runners need an advanced way to tie their racing shoes. There are many hazards to having a shoelace come undone on the track or trail. The Ian knot is a fast and secure way to tie running shoes.

Many people enjoy running but it can be frustrating trying to ramp up your endurance and increaes how far you can jog. The strategies below will help you comfortably and safely increase your...

Before any exercise, it is important to prepare your body for action. Jogging is no exception.

Running is a good to lose weight and stay in shape but let's face it, it can be hard to stay motivated. Below are some tips on how to stay motivated and keep running. Happy running!

Taking good care of your knees is an important way to avoid injury as a runner. Knee injuries are some of the most frustrating and painful for enthusiasts of the sport. To avoid injury, do...

Runners have more complex dietary needs than less active individuals. To perform at a peak level and maintain endurance, a runner must maintain a healthy balance of carbohydrates, healthy fats and...

Are you really thinking about taking the challenge of running 26.2 miles. If so you are going to really dig deep into yourself and bring out the willingness to train for a marathon. It is not only...

Running in hot weather can be challenging, but you don't have to let the heat or humidity ruin a good run. All you have to do is follow a few simple rules and you should be okay to run.

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...

Congratulations on completing your marathon. Whether it be your first or fifteenth, it's always a great feeling to run or ... crawl across that finish line. You did what a lot of people cannot...

Treadmill inclines are designed to replicate the effects of running outdoors. The incline setting generates resistance similar to wind and hilly terrain. Running on a treadmill incline safely and...

When you train for cross country and long distance running their is a great deal of discipline involved. It is one of the most rewarding sports in that you can see results from year to year progress.