Can I improve my cardiovascular fitness within 2 weeks, from an already fairly acceptable level? [more inside]
posted by Petrot on Nov 12, 2009 - 8 answers

Runningfilter: A minor miracle of transformation. I could barely run at all, but last night I ran 2 miles. Why might this have happened, and have you ever had a similar experience? [more inside]
posted by Lieber Frau on Sep 18, 2009 - 20 answers

Joined a gym a few months ago. We often jog 400m as a warm-up. I say "we" but in actual fact I can't do it. About halfway through I lose all ability to breathe properly - I think I may be taking very shallow breaths, but it's hard for me to tell exactly what happens. I feel like I can't get enough air, there's a lot of breathy noises, and I get hot as blazes. [more inside]
posted by Jaie on Sep 14, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm looking for a running watch with a programmable countdown timer that would be suitable for doing the couch to 5k routines. Anybody have some recommendations. [more inside]
posted by srboisvert on Sep 2, 2009 - 9 answers

runningfilter: I just found an extra week in my marathon training schedule (because I started a week early)-- help me decide how best to use it. [more inside]
posted by activitystory on Aug 12, 2009 - 7 answers

I really enjoy running to Wii Fit's Run courses on the TV, while I run on the treadmill. Are there any other games (on Wii or other platforms) that offer a similar running experience? [more inside]
posted by TsuKata on Apr 13, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm losing the stress with yoga, but how to lose the pounds, too? [more inside]
posted by Eudaimonia on Apr 7, 2009 - 27 answers

What do I need to know/buy/wear to run longer and longer distances? [more inside]
posted by yeti on Mar 23, 2009 - 17 answers

I have an imbalanced running stride. How do I go about fixing it? [more inside]
posted by bouchacha on Mar 1, 2009 - 9 answers

Help this busy office worker stick to an exercise routine!? [more inside]
posted by limonade on Jan 18, 2009 - 19 answers

On a treadmill, what kind of slope/incline% should I set to simulate the strength needed for normal outdoor running? [more inside]
posted by lord_yo on Nov 19, 2008 - 8 answers

I can run 6:30 miles for an hour, a little uncomfortably, or 7:00 miles pretty easily over the same interval. What would it take, training-wise, for me to run a sub-3-hour marathon? [more inside]
posted by killdevil on Nov 2, 2008 - 9 answers

Help. I've been adducted. [more inside]
posted by lpsguy on Sep 15, 2008 - 3 answers

Where can I find an outdoor fitness course in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by whir on Jul 31, 2008 - 10 answers

When I jog, my heart rate goes to 195 beats per minute. Is that bad? [more inside]
posted by bonheur on Feb 21, 2008 - 16 answers

Is it best to weight train before or after a run? [more inside]
posted by honeyx on Nov 14, 2007 - 16 answers

I just had a doctor tell me I'm too heavy to run the Couch to 5k program. Is this really true? [more inside]
posted by aebaxter on Sep 18, 2007 - 62 answers

While I'm still super enthusiastic about exercise, both my motivation and fitness level have plateaued. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas on May 29, 2007 - 9 answers

What can I do in a week to train for a 10K race? [more inside]
posted by wabash on Apr 21, 2007 - 25 answers

I am running my first half marathon in April and I don't know what to eat. What should I eat the night/morning of? [more inside]
posted by bigcheesegump on Mar 14, 2007 - 14 answers

The more I work out, the more I realize that nutrition has a huge impact on my energy. When is the best time to eat various foods during the day so I have the most energy when I get to the gym at 5:30 p.m.? And how can I meet my nutritional needs, given that I'm a vegetarian who likes less-processed foods but doesn't have a lot of time for cooking (and can't handle eating beans every day)? I feel like I need a lot more protein all of a sudden. [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak on Jan 22, 2007 - 25 answers

I just bought a Garmin Forerunner 205. I love it, it's neat, wow, awesome. But I use an Apple and the software isn't compatible. Can someone walk me through how I can get my PowerBook to recognize the unit (and download the data) when I plug it in via USB and if there are any programs I can use that are similar to the "Training Center" software included?
posted by tumbleweedjack on Dec 22, 2006 - 7 answers

I'm finishing up the Couch-to-5K Plan. What's the best way to keep building my speed and endurance on a treadmill? [more inside]
posted by nickmark on Nov 30, 2006 - 7 answers

I've been working out four times a week all year, and now I think I should at least know how to run. I have a horror of running left over from being the slow kid, and I don't really know how to do it. I started the couch to 5k today. Should I stick with it, or just do something else? [more inside]
posted by crabintheocean on Oct 15, 2006 - 25 answers

I am about to start running in a more serious capacity, which is to say to train for races. I love gadgets, so I am drawn to both of these for various reasons. Which is better, Nike + iPod or the Garmin Forerunner 201? [more inside]
posted by bDiddy on Sep 17, 2006 - 11 answers

When is it safe to put a baby in a jogging stroller? [more inside]
posted by teddyb109 on Sep 1, 2006 - 5 answers

How do I stay warm, safe and healthy while running during the winter in New England? [more inside]
posted by soplerfo on Nov 14, 2005 - 16 answers

For as long as I can remember, I haven't been able to run for more than a minute or two without pain in my shins. I just got orthotics, and they are helping a little. Are there any running shoes that could help me with this? [more inside]
posted by josh on May 28, 2005 - 7 answers

I need to start running again, but I haven't done it for almost half a year. In that time, I've gained a few pounds, and the last time I tried running after such a long delay, my right knee was in pain for months. How do I rebuild strength in my knees and when can I start running again?
posted by brownpau on Apr 15, 2005 - 10 answers

Marathonfilter. In about 3 weeks I'll be doing the P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll marathon in Phoenix. This will be my first marathon... and while I'm not really that concerned about my time as long as I make it across the finish line, is there anything else a person can do in the final weeks to prepare?
posted by ph00dz on Dec 14, 2004 - 8 answers