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Can elite marathon runner listen to music when running in Marathons? Just wondering if anybody know if elite marathon runners can listen to ipods and other music devices when running in big city marathons like London. It is just that you never see anybody do it. I personally can't run without my Ipod.

what are some good excercises for running marathons? i also wanted to know some exercises that i could do outside of weight training (for marathons). i also wanted to ask if anyone knows good intervals for running hills and to improve on running hills thanks

How will running half marathons effect my body? I'm 13 and of average size for my age. If I run half marathons and do a lot of long distance running, how will this effect my body? Please answer this in detail. I've heard from some people that it hurts speed. Slows me down in shorter distances like the mile run. I've also heard running fast for long distances hurts knees......

I have a question about running marathons? Whenever I run in a marathon or any type of race, my knee starts to hurt. I guess my knees arent that strong or something. So what kind of exercises can I do to build up my knees and ankles. And also keep from pulling muscles while I run.

why do you love running? why do you run marathons? what motivates you? i really wanna be a runner, always wanted to do that. i figured why not start. right now i'm doing the couch to 5k program, and my goal is to begin running marathons and just have a love for running. i'd love to run trails in southern california and along the beach. so nice! so my question is why do you do it? what motivates you?

What keeps going wrong when running marathons? I feel great right up until about 20 miles into the race. Then I start feeling this feeling almost like a mild nausea, my saliva gets kind of thick and my digestive system just feels kind of crappy, I little like I could throw up. The same thing happenned during a Triathlon this past weekend except much earlier on in the race in terms of time. Every time it happens I try to fix it but I cant figure out the problem. Am I drinking too much, too little, impoper nutrition?

Are there any running marathons in Salem in 2006? I've just started training for a longer marathon in 2007 - but wanted to try to run a marathon in 2006...In October I will be in Salem, MA, and I know there was a marathon there one year - wanted to find out more information.

I am 180m lbs and 5'11, how long til i get down to 150 lbs. for running marathons competetively? I am 5'11 and 180 lbs, I want to get down to 150 lbs so that I won't be carrying so much weight for marathons, and i want to be competitive too. Most elite runners are under their ideal weight, so what would mine be? I am really trying to be competetive and average around 30-40 miles a week.

Can I do running marathons with mirtal valve prolapse? They said that I could never be an athlete with this heart condition when I was a kid.

I run slowly; but long distances. Is there a way possible to make a living running marathons? 6 hours is a good 26.2 mile time for me. But I have run the distance 9 times in the last two months.

Is running too many marathons bad for you? I know that marathons are for people who are exceptionally active and fit, but is running TOO many of them bad for your health?

As of for running marathons, which is worse on your knees, hills or flats? I plan on doing a full marathon by fall or spring, If I want to avoid the risk of any kind of knee injury would a hilly course, or a flat course be best? Thank You

Could training for distance running, and doing road races or marathons help represent your country in running? I mean like if you trained frequently, and did road races and/or marathons, and did well in the road races/marathons, and trained for distance running whenever you can, but never did Collegiate Cross Country, would trying out the the U.S. Distance team still be a possibility depending on how well you do in any race whether you run committed to a college cross country/track program or not? Thank You very much!

Why did you start running marathons?

how do you get into running marathons? how long do you have to train? i really would like to join one one day i jog two miles every day. go to the gym three times a week, ballroom dance 2 a week.

why did eddie izzard not loose weight in running 41 marathons? just watched eddie izzard marathon man bbc3 . he did all those marathons , but still chunky , what does this tell us? you dont loose weight in exercising??

How old is too old to do a whole marathon?, Also what age do most people stop running whole marathons?

what type/brand of shoe is best for running marathons? i really like the zoot shoes but after 3 miles my feet start to ache does anyone know what kind of shoe is best for running very long distances without feet aches? thanks

Is Running Marathons hard for someone over 500 lbs why or why not?

How long after running a marathon should I wait to start running again? I was born with rheumatoid arthritis it doesnt bother me much anymore, but towards the end of my first marathon I was feeling pain only where my arthritis was when I was little (my right ankle, knee, and hip). I am 24 and healthy now. I was just wondering typically how long someone should wait after running a marathon to start running again. Also if anyone has any advice on running marathons with a history of rheumatoid arthritis... if it's something I should or shouldn't continue doing? thanks!

Will running a marathon look good for college? I have been running competitively for four years, and I am wondering if running a marathon will look good on my resume to get into college. My mom works as a partner for a large New York accounting firm, and she says that a lot of her fellow partners have run marathons and like to hire people who have because it shows determination and will power. I am just wondering if it will look good for college. Thanks Megan ;)

Should i wear under armor shorts while running a marathon? I have a friend that has started running marathons not too long ago and he gave me advice. One thing he told me i should wear is under armor shorts. I was a little confused because i thought running shorts with liners where all you need; doesn't the liners alone help with chafing or do i need more?

Legs running marathons at nights during pregnancy? Has anyone every experienced waking up the same time at night while pregnant and cannot get to sleep as you feel your left leg is running a marathon and you cant stop it??? if so let me know you stop it i have tried pillow between my legs and drinking lots of milk with fear it is because of lack of calcium or could this be related to uti's which i have regularly???

How sad is it that Katie & Peter's every fart gets coverage but Eddie Izzard running 43 marathons gets nothing? I hadn't even heard about this mamoth challenge he set himself. Good on him - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8256589.stm I donated here - http://www.comicrelief.com/donate/eddie Your thoughts?

Are you running any Marathons this year? If so, what's your estimated time?

After running a marathon, for how long should I rest before resuming training for the next marathon? I am a beginner running marathons and just ran the Los Angeles Marathon this past Sunday. How long should I rest before resuming training? Let me tell you that I ran about 260 miles as part of my training for the L.A. marathon, (in a period of 6 month) which was not even 30 miles per week. I had some "good weeks" training between 15 and 28 miles per week Thank you

Does anyone know how can I improve my running skill? I have run 3 1/2 marathons and a quite numbers of 10k .? I have been running for quite sometime now but I don't seems to improve or get more agile..Any suggestions?

Is running a marathon bad for your knees? Will running marathons in my 20s and 30s affect me later in life? I am worried that the impact of running on the road will put stress on my knees & ankles and give me problems when I am older (even if it doesn't affect me now).

If I start running marathons agian will it ruin my knees for when I'm older? I'm flat-footed and 25 yrs old.

Why do people run marathons / or / triathalons over and over again? I understand that running a marathon is a goal some people have and that it would keep you in shape - but isn't the entrance fees expensive? And wouldn't running the same course year after year defeat the purpose of challenging yourself?

signing and paying RUNNING MARATHONS? how can someone sign up register etc for a running marathon ? and is it always necessary to pay a charity fee to enter

Which shoe company makes the best high heeled running shoe for marathons?

Running Marathons... at 13? Ok I am 13 5'6 128 lbs I have just started running up again since XC was done at it got cold. I wanna start running 10k marathons or half marathons after 3 months of running training. I have a 2 pack abs right now but still alittle fat on my lower body will tahts low me down and anyways i am trying to lose that fat on body. Idealy is it possible for me to lose that fat and get a smaller stomach from that in 3 months training. Also will training for marathons affect my body in anyways because I am very athletic and I still want to be able to play sports. So is it ok. I am plannign to train with my mom when it is warmer for her to run because she hasnt run since the summer.

What running shoe does Deanna Kastor wear for marathons or training? Yes, I know she is sponsored by Asics, but what shoes exactly? Are shoes specifically made for her or other elites like Paula Radcliffe?

teen running marathons? ok so i'm 15 and i really want to run a marathon to get pumped and get back into shape. what are some good short marathons in the houston area? well yes, obviously there are no short marathons but i wasn't exactly wanting to run the iron man. haha.

What is more mentally demanding, for a proffessional to play golf? Or an elite running a Marathon? I'm trying to see what the public opinion is. I've ran a few marathons myself and am very well aware of the not only the physical demands; but also the mental/psychological concentration that a marathoner needs to have in order to do well. I have very limited experience with Golf. But is it accurate to say that Golf has a more mental/psychological demand than running a Marathon? What is your opinion?

Who holds the record for the most marathons run? As I got ready to run my sixth marathon, I met a man who was running his 498th marathon on May 6th, 2007. It got me wondering as to who has run the most ever.

Why is there an age limit of 18 on most marathons? I'm not planning on running one, but I was wondering what the logic was of not letting people run marathons unless they're 18 or older?

is it a bad idea to run road marathons in trail trainers? I ask this simply because i like the low profile look of trail trainers and i am yet to see any road running trainers that i haven't thought are hideous. I know running isn't about looking good, but i'm thinking trail trainers should still be alright? By the way at the moment i'm looking at half marathons, moving onto triathlon. Thanks!

How to avoid cramps in calves while running marathon? This past January, I ran my first marathon. I experienced cramps in my calves for the first time. I would like to know how to avoid getting these. They are painful and I had to ealk after I got them. I would stretch and the pain would go away for 10 seconds and come back. Is it from not drinking enough water? I was running in hot, humid weather.

Trail Running Vs. Road Running Half-Marathons - Which is harder? There's a half-marathon I would like to do in November. But it's 90% dirt trail, and described as challenging and hilly. Would this be much harder compared to a typical road half-marathon? I'm confident I can train for a road half, but not sure about one that's trail and hilly... What's your take?

How do I start running for exercise? I hate running, I always have. But, it's the best way to lose weight. I'm feeling inspired by my cousins who run marathons. I'm 36 190 and 5' 6". I am a healthy person-no bones, no aches or pains. No problem with strenuous activity. But I don't want to mess up my knees and I don't know how to breathe properly while running. Also, is it Heel - toe or on your toes to run? Or jog? and what's the difference between running and jogging anyway. The whole bounce thing bugs me too. Any suggestions?

Do the health benefits of long-distance running outweigh the costs? Lots of folks I know have been taking up long distance (marathon) running - and usually cite it as a tremendous personal goal and an opportunity for a major endurance gain. Besides, there's the 'runner's high'. However, I have also heard from others, including folks in the medical profession, that training for and running in a marathon is a terrible thing to do - because no matter how much you attend to form, it is a lot of wear and tear to your joints that you will regret when you're older. Is there an official medical position on running marathons? Recommended or discouraged?

how many people have run marathons in the United States? Not how many marathons have been run in the US, but how many people have registered for and actually finished marathons in the US?

What is the percentage of americans that run marathons? How many people in the united states run and complete marathons each year.

Usually how long are running marathons?

I have a couple of questions regarding running Marathons? This morning I extended my usual 3-mile running route through the next village, so it came to 5.4 miles. It took me 45 minutes, but by the end of my route, I felt as though I could still run a lot further- perhaps another lap of it! This new found enjoyment- actually let's not push it, let's say tolerance- of running has inspired me. Since I started running every morning as of a few months ago, I have had it in my head that I want to run the London Marathon someday. I was considering running it in 2011, when I'll be a much stronger runner, however I'd like to know if those of you who have run the marathon think, if I work hard enough, I could run it in 2010? I know I'd have intense training on my hands, but recently, a relative died from a brain tumour, and I would simply love to run the Marathon in memory of him, especially if I could raise money for a cause that is relevant to said illness. Is it too late to apply to do this, too late to start fund-raising, or just generally a good idea to wait another year for it? Please let me know your thoughts on this. In the short-term however, there is a half Marathon in my local town at the very end of the month, and I am considering running in it. Bearing in mind what I have told you so far, do you think it is a reasonable task for me? Or am I being over-ambitious? I would love to do it personally, especially if it gives me some experience for the bigger London counterpart. Any suggestions or thoughts are greatly appreciated. Take care, Simon Thank you for your help everyone. Decided to up the ante this morning, and ran just over 9 miles- wasn't even that fatigued at the end, so that is a good sign I am thinking :) .

Hi I am looking for RUNS, RUNNING CLUBS and half marathons in PERTH? Hye i need the incentive! I have one yeaR TO REALLY CHALLENGE MYSELF BEFORE I plan for baby number 2. Obviously don't have the time to train for a full marathon having a 2 year old, but a half is good. ANy ideas for fun runs or local running clubs (near Cottlesloe) to get me started

How does the pain of labor compare to running a marathon? I've run several marathons and thus far is the greatest pain I've ever felt. But I've never gone through labor/giving birth and have always kinda wondered how the two compare/contrast. Obviously this question is directed to women who have done both.

how many people have died running marathons?

What are the most popular half marathons in the USA? I'm just starting out running marathons, and I'm looking for ones (possibly down south) that are really popular to run in the fall/ winter .. like where thousands of people run every year. Any that you've ran, or feedback would be appreciated! Thanks!

How do people have the energy to run marathons? im serious. I was watching the olympics last night and that 36 year old lady ran a 26 mile marathon. She was amazing and she one 1rst. Her stomach was nasty but people please help. how do they do this?

Health risks involved with running a marathon? I'm considering running the Marine Corps Marathon in DC next October. I'm already a fit person. I've run half marathons before with no problem. I don't think a year + is an unreasonable time frame to train in. I'm pretty certain I could do it but I'm wondering if the possible health risks make it worth it. I.E. torn muscles, fatigue, damage to the heart. Has anyone run one? Did they feel it was worth the effort?