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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 User avatar Guest

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 User avatar Guest

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 User avatar mickeyvw98

How important is strength training for running?

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How important do you feel it is to supplement running with strength training? Does anyone know of any good strength training programs for runners?

by User avatar clateboulder

2 miles under 14 minutes

Hello I am a student in a boarding school in Newport, RI My goal over this summer is to be able to run 2miles under 14minutes so that I can make the varsity soccer team in my school. However, this task is not easy at all. I come around 18 minutes for 2miles I have around 3months from...

by User avatar rowonkim

Running to burn fat - getting conflicting advice

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At the moment, I do a simple 30 minute interval run before my workout (which I've mentioned in another thread), my aim is simply to lose a bit of flab (i'm not majorly fat, i'm just trying to loose the love handles ;)). Anyway, the people in the bodybuilding forums tell me that the best way for...

by User avatar Guest

just starting to run... have a few questions

Hey everybody. Im trying to get into some better shape, and I thought I would try running. I knew I couldnt run much, and I saw that beginners running guide so I am going to try to follow that. I have a few questions though. First off, when I run, the back of my throat gets really sore. I...

by User avatar JakeK23

Is running on harder surfaces bad for your knees?

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Some people have a bad habit - at least I think so - they simply run on the street. I believe and so I heard and read running on harder surfaces (like street etc) is bad for the knees and back. What do you think about that? Do you have a 'theory'? On what surface do you run? Cheers!

by User avatar lickitysplit

How to run a race while sick?

Hi, I have my first race in two days and I as usual (being a elementary school teacher) came down with a sore throat and general aches and pains today. My question for those with more experience-- is there anything I can do to help me push through this? I have every intention of racing on Sunday,...

by User avatar trevadea

10 Miler Training Schedule

I need to find one for a friend. All I can find is 10k or 1/2 marathon. Anyone have a link for me?

by User avatar DCRunningDiva