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  • A L S
    • A L S FEAR
    • ATROPHY, DENTS
    • BFS
    • EMG TEST
    • FOOT DROP
    • REASSURANCE
    • STRENGTH TESTS
    • TWITCHING BODYWIDE
    • TWITCHING LOWER BODY
      • FEET, TOES
      • QUADS, HAMSTRINGS
    • TWITCHING UPPER BODY
      • ARM, HAND, FINGERS
      • CHEST
      • EYELID
      • LIP, FACE
      • STOMACH, SHOULDER, NECK
      • TONGUE
  • CANCER
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    • BRAIN TUMORS
    • CERVICAL, ANAL
    • COLON
    • LARYNGEAL
    • LYMPHOMA
    • MELANOMA
      • APPEARANCE
      • RISK FACTORS
    • OVARIAN
    • UTERINE
  • CARDIAC
    • AORTIC ANEURYSM
      • EXERCISE
      • REPAIR
    • BLOOD PRESSURE
    • CORONARY BYPASS SURGERY
    • CHEST PAIN
      • HEART CAUSES
      • NON-HEART CAUSES
    • HEART ATTACK
      • RISKS
      • SYMPTOMS
      • TESTS
    • PVCs, PALPITATIONS
      • CAUSES
      • DANGERS
      • EXERCISE
  • Headache
    • ANEURYSM
    • BRAIN TUMORS
    • MIGRAINE HEADACHES
    • ACUTE SUBDURAL HEMATOMA
  • MOLES
    • BLEEDING MOLES
    • CHANGING MOLES
    • MANY MOLES
    • NEW MOLES
    • REMOVAL
  • MOUTH, THROAT
    • BURPING
    • LPR
    • LUMP, STUCK FEELING
    • PHANTOM TASTES
      • FOUL TASTE
      • METAL TASTE
    • TONGUE PROBLEMS
    • SWALLOWING
    • VOCAL CORD DYSFUNCTION
  • Pain
    • BACK
      • HERNIATED DISC
      • OTHER
    • CALVES
    • FIBROMYALGIA
    • KNEE
    • PELVIC
    • SCIATICA
    • SHOULDER
  • STOOLS
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    • COLOR
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    Shin Splints from Treadmill Running Treated with Gait Training

    Running

Shin Splints from Treadmill Running Treated with Gait Training

If you suffer from painful shin splints that keep interfering with your treadmill workout runs, you’ll want to consider gait training to reduce the pain. […]

ELLSSEE 2024-07-29T13:30:13-06:00 Running|
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    Why Your Calves Burn So Much with Repetitive Jumping Exercise

    Leg Training, Running

Why Your Calves Burn So Much with Repetitive Jumping Exercise

With repetitive jumping exercises such as jumping rope, box jumps or other plyometrics, the burning in your calves can be the very first thing that forces you to stop the activity. […]

ELLSSEE 2024-06-24T18:48:12-06:00 Leg Training, Running|
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    Trail Running Guidelines for Plus Size Women with No Knee Pain

    Hiking, Running

Trail Running Guidelines for Plus Size Women with No Knee Pain

Overweight women without knee pain can enjoy trail running with these following guidelines. […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:56:02-06:00 Hiking, Running|
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    Should Overweight People Do Trail Running?

    Running

Should Overweight People Do Trail Running?

Have you been told you’re too big to take up trail running? Or perhaps you “feel” too heavy to go on your first trail run? […]

ELLSSEE 2025-05-06T15:30:20-06:00 Running|
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    How to Improve Your Posture when Jogging

    Running

How to Improve Your Posture when Jogging

Bad posture when jogging can lead to back discomfort. Here’s how to improve your posture while enjoying your jogging sessions. […]

ELLSSEE 2024-05-10T20:45:13-06:00 Running|
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    Must You Quit Marathons Forever if You Have Chondromalacia?

    KNEE PAIN, Running

Must You Quit Marathons Forever if You Have Chondromalacia?

Chondromalacia is a nightmare for marathon athletes, whether competitive or more on the recreational side. […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:57:30-06:00 KNEE PAIN, Running|
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    If Humans Were Meant to Run, Why Do Injuries Plague Runners?

    HEEL PAIN, KNEE PAIN, Running

If Humans Were Meant to Run, Why Do Injuries Plague Runners?

If the human body was meant to run, why do so many joggers and runners get all sorts of injuries? This includes “runner’s knee,” shin splints and foot issues. […]

ELLSSEE 2025-03-30T13:06:11-06:00 HEEL PAIN, KNEE PAIN, Running|
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    Knees Always Hurt from Running? Causes, Solutions by Doctor

    KNEE PAIN, Running, Snapping Hip Syndrome

Knees Always Hurt from Running? Causes, Solutions by Doctor

If you experience troubling knee pain during or after running, there are several things you can do to help solve this problem, says a doctor. “Knee pain after running can be caused by a multitude [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-28T14:56:33-06:00 KNEE PAIN, Running, Snapping Hip Syndrome|
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    Bored with Walking? Transition to Jogging without Injuries

    Running, Walking, Why You Can't Lose Weight

Bored with Walking? Transition to Jogging without Injuries

If you're bored with walking for exercise, it's probably time to transition to jogging. You can do this without getting injured. Here's how. For many people -- not necessarily overweight -- it's quite uncomfortable and [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:57:57-06:00 Running, Walking, Why You Can't Lose Weight|
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    8 Ways Plus Size Women Can Beat the Fear of Jogging Outside

    Running

8 Ways Plus Size Women Can Beat the Fear of Jogging Outside

Here are 8 ways a plus size woman can beat the anxiety or fear of jogging outside. […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:57:31-06:00 Running|
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    Aerobics Classes vs. 10,000 Steps a Day for Fitness

    Burn Belly Fat, Running, Walking

Aerobics Classes vs. 10,000 Steps a Day for Fitness

Which is the winner? 10,000 steps a day on a pedometer or cardio aerobics classes -- even if they're done only a few times a week? Rethink putting all your eggs in that basket called "10,000 [...]

ELLSSEE 2025-03-03T11:13:06-07:00 Burn Belly Fat, Running, Walking|
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    Can a Man Help a Woman Run Faster by Holding Her Hand?

    High Intensity Interval Training, Hiking, Running

Can a Man Help a Woman Run Faster by Holding Her Hand?

How many times have you seen on TV or in the movies a man and woman running away from danger, and he’s holding her hand every step of the way? […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:54:11-06:00 High Intensity Interval Training, Hiking, Running|
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    Plain Water vs. Electrolytes After Gym Workouts: Which Is Better?

    Running, Why You Can't Lose Weight, Women on Weights

Plain Water vs. Electrolytes After Gym Workouts: Which Is Better?

Beverages with electrolytes that are targeted towards fitness enthusiasts is a booming business, but does this mean plain water isn’t good enough after your boot camp class or “leg day”? […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:52:55-06:00 Running, Why You Can't Lose Weight, Women on Weights|
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    Is Holding the Front Bar of a Treadmill While Running Okay ?

    HOLDING ONTO TREADMILL, Running, Walking

Is Holding the Front Bar of a Treadmill While Running Okay ?

Do you hold onto the bar in front when you run on a treadmill? Stop this. It’s giving you a false sense of accomplishment and will never carry over to outdoor or court running. [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:50:16-06:00 HOLDING ONTO TREADMILL, Running, Walking|
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    Can a Low Back Problem Cause Pain in the Shins?

    BACK PAIN, Running, SCIATICA

Can a Low Back Problem Cause Pain in the Shins?

Do you suffer from unexplained pain or aching in the shins? The origin of this problem could be in  your lower back. Shins that hurt is a very common symptom, especially among runners. But people [...]

ELLSSEE 2022-04-18T15:36:54-06:00 BACK PAIN, Running, SCIATICA|
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    Why You Should Exercise 7 Days a Week

    Running, Strength Training

Why You Should Exercise 7 Days a Week

Exercising seven days a week is a good thing, not a bad thing. Your ancient ancestors worked their butts off seven days a week, and that's why you're here! Think of all the things that [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:00:12-06:00 Running, Strength Training|

Which Burns More Fat? Running Level Courses or Walking Hills?

The question of “Which burns more fat, walking hills or running on level land?” is too broad a question to say one or the other burns more fat. […]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:52:40-06:00 Running|

Treadmill vs. Track for Running & Walking: Pros and Cons

If you compare the treadmill to track running or walking at the same speeds, then yes, there is some compromise. In other words, 7 mph on a treadmill is a bit easier than 7 mph [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:00:15-06:00 Running, Walking|
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    Ears Get Cold Outside Jogging even in Warm Weather?

    Running

Ears Get Cold Outside Jogging even in Warm Weather?

Do your ears always get cold outside even in 75 degree weather, especially if you’re hiking, jogging or even walking? For some people, wearing a cap of some sort to keep the ears warm is [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-08-16T19:17:48-06:00 Running|

Slow Jogging at Walking Speed Compared to Regular Jogging

How does a slow jog compare to a regular jog when it comes to fitness and calories burned? […]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:00:34-06:00 HOLDING ONTO TREADMILL, Running|
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    Can Running Prevent Knee Replacement Surgery in Old Age?

    KNEE PAIN, Running

Can Running Prevent Knee Replacement Surgery in Old Age?

Maybe you should start logging in those running miles to prevent a need in older age for a total knee replacement surgery. The myth is that typical running — and I don’t mean the degree [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-04-14T16:31:26-06:00 KNEE PAIN, Running|

How to Make Jogging Burn Fat, Not Muscle

Never mind those images of sickly-looking marathon runners; you CAN make jogging burn all the fat you want--by using a particular technique known as HIIT. HIIT stands for high intensity interval training. As a result [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:57:55-06:00 High Intensity Interval Training, Running|
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    Should Restaurant Servers Do Cardio Exercise Sessions ?

    Running, Walking

Should Restaurant Servers Do Cardio Exercise Sessions ?

No matter how much walking you do as a server & how tired your feet ache at the end of a shift, your body still needs aerobic workout sessions–structured time set aside specifically for this. [...]

ELLSSEE 2025-03-05T19:00:59-07:00 Running, Walking|

Are You a Runner with a Hamstring Injury? Treatment Option

If you haven’t injured a hamstring from running, it’s only a matter of time, so at least get ahead of the game and know how to prevent these and how to treat this injury should [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:50:15-06:00 Running|

Can You Build Arm Muscle Size Running with Hand Weights?

There’s a very logical reason why it’s impossible to build muscle mass in your arms or biceps simply from running with hand weights. Don’t think for a moment, if you’re wanting to build bigger muscles [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:51:13-06:00 Running|
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    Are Two Hours Non-Stop too much for Cardio Exercise?

    ., Running

Are Two Hours Non-Stop too much for Cardio Exercise?

Two hours may or may not be too much cardio exercise, because it all depends. […]

ELLSSEE 2025-04-18T20:24:55-06:00 ., Running|

Should Distance Runners Do Upper Body Strength Training?

Many distance runners shun upper body strength training because they fear it will give them too much muscle bulk and thus impede their performance. Distance runners, either competitively or recreationally, really should do some strength [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:52:59-06:00 Running|

Cure for Hamstring Glute Pain from Treadmill Running

Find out how I cured the pain in my hamstring glute tie-in that was caused by running fast on a treadmill. […]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:01:36-06:00 Running|
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    Should Older Runners Quit and Walk Instead for Safety?

    Running, Senior Exercise

Should Older Runners Quit and Walk Instead for Safety?

If you’ve been running for years but are wondering if now you’re too old to jog, here is some striking information you can’t ignore. […]

ELLSSEE 2025-03-16T14:53:32-06:00 Running, Senior Exercise|

Which Is Better for Fitness: Fast Walking or Slow Jogging ?

Let’s take a pace of 4.5 mph, and then ask yourself if jogging this will yield more fitness benefits than walking this speed (which would be a very fast walk). For most people, walking very [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:01:45-06:00 Running, Walking|

What Causes Your Feet to Go Numb when Running ?

A leading neurologist explains about numb feet and running. Ever get numb feet while running? Numb feet can be caused by a variety of factors, including neurological problems and cardiovascular problems. But what if you [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-04-10T14:01:50-06:00 FOOT PAIN, Running|
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    Why You Haven’t Lost Weight Running on a Treadmill

    HOLDING ONTO TREADMILL, Running

Why You Haven’t Lost Weight Running on a Treadmill

Have you been grinding out lots of running on the treadmill and still haven’t lost any weight, or maybe three pounds at the most? You’re doing something wrong. […]

ELLSSEE 2025-04-17T17:09:10-06:00 HOLDING ONTO TREADMILL, Running|

When Is the Temperature Too Hot to Run a Marathon?

Maybe you’ve heard that a certain temperature is too hot for marathon running, but what’s the lowest temperature that may still be too hot? As a marathon runner, you certainly know that the hotter the [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-06-16T12:15:37-06:00 Running|
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    Can Thirst REALLY Be Mistaken for Hunger?

    Running, Strength Training

Can Thirst REALLY Be Mistaken for Hunger?

After reading this you’ll never again be convinced that thirst can be mistaken for hunger. What a crock! That thirst can be mistaken for hunger is absolutely one of the most ridiculous myths out there. When [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-04-20T18:11:47-06:00 Running, Strength Training|

Why Does Running Increase the Urge to Urinate?

Is it just imaginary, or does running really increase your need to take a leak? Have you ever noticed that you seem to have to urinate more when you’re running, whether it’s outdoors or on [...]

ELLSSEE 2023-05-08T12:53:55-06:00 Running|
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    Pain where Butt Meets Back of Thigh: Causes

    Running

Pain where Butt Meets Back of Thigh: Causes

Do you have a pain where your rear-end meets the back of your upper thigh? This area is also known as the glute-hamstring tie-in or junction. What could be causing pain there? “Pain in the [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-09-09T14:00:45-06:00 Running|
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    Burning Lungs, Coughing after Hard Running: Benign Causes

    GERD, Running

Burning Lungs, Coughing after Hard Running: Benign Causes

There are several benign causes of burning lungs & coughing after hard running, and what’s “hard” is subjective. “Burning in the lungs and coughing after hard running are likely due to magnesium deficiency,” says Carolyn [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-04-27T22:18:29-06:00 GERD, Running|
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    Cause of Stabbing Ankle Pain that Comes and Goes

    Ankle Pain, HEEL PAIN, Running

Cause of Stabbing Ankle Pain that Comes and Goes

Find out the likely causes of that awful, stabbing pain in your ankle that comes out of the blue. You haven’t broken your ankle; you haven’t even twisted it. Yet every so often you get [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-08-25T14:13:28-06:00 Ankle Pain, HEEL PAIN, Running|
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    Should You Avoid Running with a DVT in Your Leg?

    DVT Risks, DVT Symptoms, Running

Should You Avoid Running with a DVT in Your Leg?

Running with a DVT? Risky or safe? “Since running would significantly increase arterial flow to the lower extremities, and therefore venous return is also increased, it may be safer to avoid running in the ACUTE [...]

ELLSSEE 2024-04-26T23:30:33-06:00 DVT Risks, DVT Symptoms, Running|
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    Can Running Cause Hip Bursitis (Trochanteric)?

    HIP PAIN, Running

Can Running Cause Hip Bursitis (Trochanteric)?

Dr. Bright explains, “Trochanteric bursitis is very common among runners.  In order to understand trochanteric bursitis, it is important to have an understanding of what a bursa is." If you suffer bursitis hip pain from [...]

ELLSSEE 2025-04-06T13:53:23-06:00 HIP PAIN, Running|
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