Discover common causes for upper thigh pain after running, including quadricep and hamstring strains, hip flexor issues, and ...

So much hinges on the hips in running—but how much attention do you really give this muscle group? The hip is where the femur (a.k.a. your thigh bone) meets the pelvis. It’s a ball and socket joint, ...

Human movement is reciprocal in nature: Opposing muscle groups must coordinate for proper movement. Muscle length and strength between opposing muscle groups need to be in balance for normal movement ...

Building muscle is a noble goal for any woman. Especially when you think about how we start to lose muscle mass around age 30 thanks to age-related biological processes. In inactive people it can be ...

Running can build lower body muscles, but it largely depends on the intensity and duration of your runs. In one study, 12 recreationally trained college students completed high intensity interval ...

When you head out for your daily run, with each stride you’re strengthening your quadriceps, your hamstrings and your upper calf muscles. The muscles on the sides of your hips, however, aren’t growing ...

One of the most challenging parts of running is dealing with aches, pains, and injuries –especially if they thwart your training. Unfortunately, it happens. A study of 253 recreational runners, ...

When it comes to the muscles you need strong to maintain a speedy, pain-free stride, most people think about the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. But another muscle group that plays a role in ...

While running is primarily thought of as a cardiovascular workout, it also works muscles throughout the body. From our shoulders to big toes, running is a full-body workout. Here are the primary ...

There are many rewards of running, but like everything in life too much can be harmful. A health expert explains why running ...

No runner thinks of themselves as being a coach potato, but, believe it or not, the time you spend binge-watching White Lotus or working at your desk might cause a serious problem for your runs.

While running is celebrated for its cardiovascular benefits, excessive endurance training may increase the risk of myocardial ...