Running Beginners

Joining high school cross country team, need tips

I've been considering joining my schools cross country team but I'm still a little unsure. Team sports make me a bit nervous honestly; I hate feeling like I let people down. The reason I'm unsure is that I really suck at running as of now. My mile time is about 11 minutes and I can barely run half a...

by Guest over a year ago

Orthotics or not? I have a flat feet

Hi, I have just recently started running again and I am looking for some good new shoes. The thing is that I wear prescription orthotics because I have flat feet. I am not sure if I should buy a shoe that is wide enough that I can place my orthotics in or if I look for a shoes with a similar...

by Guest over a year ago

Ankle problem, how to deal with it?

I've been running since March, starting with the C25K. I went and got fitted for sneakers during week 3 of the program. I just finished the C25K. I've been running about 3 miles 3 times a week. Last Tuesday I think I over stretched my ankle/foot while stretching my shins... It's not really swollen...

by mickeyvw98 over a year ago

Just Starting out and 10k tips?

Hello everyone I've recently started running longer distances. I use to do a mile or two for general exercise. Now I'm doing about 3 to 4 miles about 4 times a week and 6 miles 2 days out of the week. I've been on this track for about a month. I've also ran 2 10k's since. My first 10k(Longhorn...

by chuew12345 over a year ago

Are these shin splints or what?

Hi everyone, I'm not a first time runner, I've been running for five years or so. A year ago I decided to quit running to pursue rowing. In rowing, all power application is through the heels, so there is not that much use of calves and shins. I'm taking a short break and cross training. A week ago...

by alphabetasoup over a year ago

Upperbody exercises for a new runner

Good Evening folks, I have began an effort to turn my life around, started running last week working on the Couch-to-5k program from cool running. i'm in my second week and I love it.. I currently can't workout more than 4 times a week, no time really, and i was wondering what I can do to get an...

by c0de over a year ago

Most efficient way to train for 3 mile run?

Hi guys I'll get straight to the point, Im currently training to join the Marines in a year when Im 18, I need to be able to run 3 miles in 21-18 min (18 preferably). I've been running miles (or pretty close to a mile) everyday for about 4 days, I can run it fine but I need to take walk breaks...

by Brandon2828 over a year ago

Possible for a Heart Murmur to increase Run Times?

I am in the military, and we always have timed runs we have to do. I have been diagnosed with a heart murmur as a child, and I understand it is not uncommon for it to affect you while running. My question is, is it possible to boost your run speed by having a heart murmur? The reason I ask...

by enchilladasrgood over a year ago

Possible Peronial Brevis problem

I think I have narrowed this pain down to the peronal previs attachement. It happened out of the blue one afternoon. It seems like it I touch it just right it "pops" or if I step on it just right and it just kills me. I have read that this is common in runners. Is there any relief? Please...

by herrk1 over a year ago

how to improve speed and agility

Hello Everyone, My son is 7 years old and is is a healthy and happy lad. He is very keen on his football here in England as most lads are and is developing into a fine footballer. However he lacks speed which is now beginning to show and frustratingly prevents him from displaying his skills. He's...

by nothingscary over a year ago