About Running & Jogging: Baffling Running Questions Answered

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Running & Jogging Running & Jogging Beginners Training & Racing Shoes & Gear From Christine Luff, Your Guide to Running & Jogging. As a running coach and writer, I get a lot of questions about running. Sometimes, people already know the answer to their running questions before they even ask the question -- but they basically want to hear confirmation from another runner. But then there are other questions that people, even experienced runners, consider to be real stumpers. So here are answers to some running questions that leave runners scratching their heads. Why Am I Gaining Weight While Training? Some runners, especially those training for a marathon, hope to lose weight by running, but they're surprised when they actually gain a few pounds or hit a weight loss plateau. Find out why. Why Do My Running Clothes Still Smell? Technical fabrics are great for running because they wick away your sweat but, unfortunately, bacteria (which causes the smell) gets trapped in the fibers and can be hard to get out. Here are a couple of tricks that help remove the stink. Why Do My Toes Go Numb When Running? Numbness or a tingling sensation (unrelated to the cold weather) in the toes or foot is a common complaint among runners. Here's how to prevent it. Why Do My Legs Itch When I Run? Some runners, especially beginners, get an itchy feeling on their legs when they start running. Find out what's happening. Running & Jogging Ads Running Runner Cross Country Running a Marathon 5K Running Training Featured Articles Beat Your Excuses for Not Running Am I Still a Runner if I Run/Walk? When Does It Get Easier? Video: How to Run on the Treadmill Where Should I Run? Embarrassing Running Problems   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More > This newsletter is written by Christine Luff Running & Jogging Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Get Started With Running Running for Weight Loss Common Running Mistakes Your First 5K Top 40 Running Music Advertisement