Questions tagged [running]
Moving rapidly on foot. Questions are about proper running form, race preparation, measuring the benefits and avoiding the pitfalls of running.
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Interval training versus linear training
What are the pros of interval training over same intensity training over the same period?
For example, I walk for 1 min @6kmph and then run for 2 mins @9km/hr, repeat for 10 minutes.
Contrast this ...
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Benefits on running completely soaked?
Are there any benefits on running soaked in water?
I've been to a half-marathon length race recently. Temperature was high, above 25 ºC. There were runners who, in the provisioning sites (I'm not sure ...
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How can I adapt my running technique to accommodate pushing a stroller?
Since having children, I have taken up running because I can push them along. Sometimes I push one kid in a running stroller, other times I push two kids in a small-wheeled stroller that offers much ...
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What strategies should a fit middle-aged novice runner use to get started?
My wife and I are both generally fit, neither of us run and both of us are interested in introducing it to our fitness plan.
I study (and teach) Taekwondo while she does extensive aerobic exercise ...
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Treating a Runner's Knee - Apply Heat or Cold?
I've been suffering from Runner's Knee for the last couple of weeks and I've read in some places to put heat on your knee, and other places to put cold (like the above referenced webmd article).
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Is it bad to run on a (relatively) full stomach?
I usually drink about a liter of water after waking up every morning and go running (2x/week 5k and 1x/week 10k+) shortly (15-20 mins) after. I never feel any discomfort due to the full stomach. But ...
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How hard should my warm-up be?
Kortuk and I were reading a blog post from Sweat Science that argues we should do harder warm-ups, because they increase our performance.
It turns out there’s plenty of physiology behind this. If ...
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How to get started with minimal shoes?
I got a pair of Vibram Bikila and Saucony Mirage to give minimal shoes a shot and so I wouldn't have to rely on second hand experiences when discussing them.
I've heard some conflicting opinions ...
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How to start with distance running
I would like to start running long distance (well ~8km)
Is it better to start off walking, with occasional jogging, the 8km and transition over time into running the full distance, or to start off ...
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Why include sprint workouts in a training program focused on long distance?
I never did a set of sprints for a running routine/workout until this week. The workout didn't kick my butt as much as the recovery which is still going on, so I'm really looking for reasons to keep ...
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How do I perform a micoach assessment workout?
I have Adidas micoach Pacer and plan to do start a marathon program. But first I want to do an assessment workout, to make sure I have my Pacer uses the right zone settings.
However, I've never done ...
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Why does my collarbone hurt while jogging?
I'm a newbie when it comes to running. I usually run for about 2-3 miles 3x a week for the past 6 months.
If I've skipped too many workouts (i.e. haven't ran in a month), I experience pain in my ...
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Why don't my thighs hurt?
I have been running for almost 2 years now, after pretty much never running before in my life. I have had the usual injuries (shin splints, sprained ankle, etc.), but nothing serious. I've always ...
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Should I run a marathon without training for it if I'm training for half-marathon?
In a few weeks I'm going to run my first half-marathon. I ran a lot of 10K races, but never a marathon.
Should I run a marathon a couple of months later my half-marathon, without a specific training?...
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How many extra calories do I burn when running with a jogging stroller?
I'm curious how to figure out how much extra work I'm doing pushing a jogging stroller while running? I have a 20 lb baby sitting in an otherwise empty Bob Evolution stroller.
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Do the calves/achilles muscles become especially sensitive when barefoot running?
I've been running in vibrams for around a year, gradually increasing speed and distance (to about 12 km)(a longer description of how I moved into vibrams is in this question). A few days ago I felt a ...
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Is there any way to keep your knee problem free in the long run for a distance runner?
I found on the internet that people who are runners and run long distances surmount knee problems in their later life. I am a runner too and I don't want any kind of problems with my legs anytime in ...
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How much and why will my muscle mass slow me down in the different running categories?
Assuming that bodyfat% remains low (6-15%), how does having a lot of muscle mass affect performance in sprinting-type events (50m-400m), middle distance runs (800m-5K) and endurance runs (10K-100K)?
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Can run in place endlessly, but tire for distance. Why?
I can easily run in place at a fair pace for literally hours after calves have been conditioned, burning well over 1,000 calories. I have thought this would roll over into distance running at the same ...
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Army Run - Train for long and heavy run
How can I train to run/jog/march while carrying 50 to 100 pounds? Such as training to do the Fan Dance (SAS March) Fan Dance
On my first attempt to train, I put two 10 pounds ankle weights and some ...
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Training schedule for 10KM running
I've running for a year target for 10km, however, I never able to run 10km without taking many breaks.
Usually I need to break on every 1km or 2km, I don't follow any schedule but I know there is ...
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Is there concrete evidence that running during our first few decades helps with longevity beyond age 90?
I love running. I run regularly and competitively. In my early years, teachers and family told me it was the best thing I could do if I want to live long (together with good diet).
But more and more ...
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Stamina for running long
Although I am not obese I tend to get very exhausted after 2-3 minutes of running (max). So how can I increase the stamina for running.
Although I take healthy diet but still get exhausted easily. I ...
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Start running and progress without overtraining
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I am an ex smoker (male, 26, 173cm (5'8")) – smoked about ten years with varying intensity – and since some month really getting into sports. I started mountain biking, shortly after I ...
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Benefits of jogging/running versus rope skipping
I looked up this thread which says that jumping rope is good for overall bodily health:
What is a jump rope good for?
Also, I have seen and heard about the benefits of jogging/running.
I am NOT ...
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is it healthy for lungs to run on a sidewalk next to a busy street? [duplicate]
I am trying to start running. I live in the city. I see many people running on a sidewalk next to 4 lane street/avenue.
I could help but asking myself the question, is this running healthy given the ...
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What are the optimum foods and supplements for beginning runners?
I plan to start a running routine using the program listed here to improve my overall fitness.
What foods and – if applicable – supplements would be recommended for beginning runners? I.e. a "...
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Unable to accustome to running in higher temperatures as a runner
I've just completed my first marathon last sunday. It was pretty much a global disaster. I started cramping up at the 18km (11mile) mark before completely comming to a halt at km 31 (19.5 miles). I ...
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What's a good exercise regime for when traveling/vacationing/etc.?
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I'm looking for some input for those of who have an active lifestyle, watch what you eat, try to stay in shape, but also aim to enjoy your time on vacation, as well.
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I'm a 30 year ...
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How to run faster every time without injuries ?
How to run faster ?
I am trying to improve my running speed... my fastest time for 400 m is 1 minute 30 seconds...
I am trying to break this time since 1 month but I cant...
What technique I ...
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How to run with hemorrhoids?
During last autumn I had a pain caused by hemorrhoids.
I got meds from a doctor and changed my lifestyle a bit. I changed my diet and started to run. I actually found running awesome sport, as I can ...
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Is my heart rate too high to run?
I recently joined a gym, with the sole purpose of getting fit. In my induction I had a checkup and had a resting heart-rate of 99. After a few months I'm down to 64, which is far more normal of course....
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HRM that shows time-in-zone?
Does anyone know of a heart rate monitor that specifically does this: Say your target HR is a given band or zone, perhaps 115-125. I want a display that shows total elapsed time, inside, that zone. ...
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Is it normal to crave for lemons after running [closed]
About 1-2 hours after running yesterday evening, I was cooking some salsa in my kitchen.
When adding some lemon juice to the salsa I suddenly had a craving for the lemon and basically ate half a ...
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What are the basics to slowly becoming a runner?
i always say i not a runner, I'm a swimmer! i really am not much of a runner and used to be a competitive swimmer and thinking maybe it is time to slowly get into running. How do i get into running ...
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What to do against a burning sensation in my feet during long runs?
During long runs - usually everything 17 km and longer - the forepart of the sole of my feet very often gets a burning sensation. This makes it almost impossible to run and it really bother me as I ...
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What are the detrimental effects of over exercising?
I am doing the lchf diet and have been increasing my runs everyday to the point that I run about 2 hours plus daily at a 9 minute / km pace. I noticed that my heart rate was a bit elevated in daily ...
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Time yourself at 100m sprint?
I'd like to time myself at 100m sprint, does anyone know of a bit of kit or app that does this? I'm not a member of a running club, I'd just be curious as to what my time would be. I know that there ...
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Clear cut explaination of threshold training
I had my heart-rate zones measured lately and I know where my Aerobic & Anaerobic thresholds are. The doctor made an in deep explanation what it means. Though I feel I lost him midway the ...
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Calf Muscle - Stiffness in calf muscle after running for long distance
I ran for a long distance and developed stiffness in my calf muscles. I have tried stretching out and hydrating myself. Also I'm giving proper rest to my body. Now the stiffness is easing out a bit.
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How to recognize a Runner's Knee?
I started my exercise routine back up in June and recently started getting into walking/running around my neighborhood on my off days from lifting weights. Last week I pushed myself a little harder ...
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Measure performance in kettlebell?
How can I measure my performance and how many calories I burn during swings, high pulls, etc, when exercising with kettlebells? I want to measure how effective I was during training.
I am also ...
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How can I lose muscle mass in my quads and ham strings (thighs?)
I would really appreciate the help on how to lose muscle mass in the thigh area? Ever since I recovered from weight loss (40kg back up to 46kg, age 20, female, 1.66m), I started taking lysine and ...
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Why does my pace improve during a low heart rate (HRR zone 2) 10k?
Note: This doesn't seem to be a warm-up issue, see the updates at the bottom.
I've recently incorporated 80:20 training into my routine and try to keep within heart rate (reserve) zone 2 for a lot of ...
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Is it really necessary take one entire week to rest from running?
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first of all I know there is a similar question Here, but it is more related to muscle workout (if it's a duplicate please close that without problem)
I started run seriously in april, before ...
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Is it preferrable to run on toes?
Today I ran (slowly) on toes (300 small steps). I got tired very soon.
I heard that skipping rope gives better results if done on toes (calf exercises)!
Is the same true with running too?
Should I ...
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Making stamina for running
It's been 6-7 months since I am trying to make stamina to run, but I can only run for 1 min and rest I walk. I force myself by my ankle hurts. What is the exercise I should do to make stamina? I been ...
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Is there a table of effort needed when running uphill and downhill?
I'm training by running on trails. There is a lot of uphill and downhill sections in my routes, so I would like to split a route in sections which have similar slope then calculate a pace for every ...
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Whats the ideal temperature for running in high humidity?
If running at 50-60 deg F is ideal for a marathon in low humidity (RH < 60%) then what is the ideal temp for high humidity (RH > 60%) ?
Is it the same?
It is the same but the value is more like ...
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Snapping hip syndrome and running
I'm into week 7 of couch25k program. For a while now (years) I have what appears to be Snapping Hip Syndrome. My hip is fine 90% of the time, but there's always an exact motion I can make to make it ...