I'm in the beginning stages of the Couch to 5K and wonder if my aches and pains are normal new exercise sorts of things or if I'm hurting myself in a bad way. [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on May 6, 2009 - 30 answers

Running Filter: I have signed up for half a marathon coming up at the end of January. I also signed up for a running group which helps you train for the half a marathon. I have missed about 60 precent of the running sessions. With the marathon less than a month away, I need some help getting ready for it. [more inside]
posted by boyinmiami on Dec 27, 2008 - 3 answers

Is there any kind of exercise I can do to strengthen my knees? [more inside]
posted by jb on Jun 27, 2008 - 19 answers

Tips for running? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Jun 22, 2008 - 22 answers

Please help me make my legs not disgusting. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 17, 2008 - 30 answers

Are those IT band straps for running worth a damn? [more inside]
posted by middleclasstool on Jan 15, 2008 - 19 answers

How do I walk and stand correctly? My upright posture sucks and I want to change it. [more inside]
posted by JZig on Dec 27, 2007 - 16 answers

Is there a low impact alternative to the Couch to 5k? [more inside]
posted by gergtreble on Nov 5, 2007 - 25 answers

Our 9-year-old yellow lab who has had a full ACL on one knee and a partial ACL on the other is getting worse. How can we exercise him properly without putting him in pain? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Oct 15, 2007 - 17 answers

Can you offer advice or techniques to help me with my worsening knee pain? [more inside]
posted by kyrademon on May 29, 2007 - 5 answers

Can I get the "runner's high" without running? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel on Apr 4, 2007 - 35 answers

What kind of stretches should I do before/after being on the elliptical machine for 30 minutes? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel on Mar 11, 2007 - 13 answers

In the past couple of years, whenever I go to certain movie theaters, after the show my knees hurt a little afterward. They also feel a little precarious, like the ligaments are stretched out and they might just decide to bend backwards. What do I need to do to ensure that I continue walking on my own for the next 50-60 years? [more inside]
posted by amtho on May 4, 2005 - 14 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

Everytime I take a step, my left knee clicks. [More MedicFilter inside] [more inside]
posted by twine42 on Jan 19, 2004 - 13 answers