Q: when i run i end up with wheezing chest and cough up flem. i don't experience asthma but i get running induced asthma regardless of my fitness. especially if i begin a run fast. i don't experience these symptoms ever other than when i run?

Asthma: Hi, What you are describing sounds like exercise induced asthma. See below for more information. Hope you feel better soon! https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/exercise-induced-asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20372300

Q: planning to make my body fit, is running neccesary to build my endurance?

No: It is one of many activities to do this. Any cardiovascular activity performed at a specifically determined heart rate for a specific duration can help develop this. Rowing, cycling, spinning, swimming and running will all work. Weight training can be added for bone and support component (ligaments, tendons,etc. ) strengthening . (USAT Level I coach). Good Luck.

Q: im at a loss, i am 50 years old, i do taebo 3x a week, recently started cross fit 2x a week and trail running over weekends. i now seem to gain kgs, why would that be?

Diet: Diet is the major possible cause. Watch calories and limit carbohydrates. If weight gain persists, speak with your doctor about lab tests to look for other possible causes of weight gain

Q: my heart rate goes up to 200 when training (eg running uphill). is this normal? i am a moderately fit person and have recently completed half marathons

You: answered your own question....If you are well trained and fit your max pulse rate is an INDIVIDUAL , NORMAL (for YOU) finding....Most fitness program ask you to increase your RESTING pulse to a certain level...the maximum pulse rate at full exercise mode is VARIABLE not FIXED... Hope this is helpful Be Well Dr z

Q: i am having some chest and tongue pain while jogging/running followed by coughing fit?

Environment?: Usually joggers run with mouths open. If you run in an area with smoke, pollen, mold, chemicals, etc.(allergens), this could trigger an allergic reaction with coughing and chest pain. The tongue has lots of lymph nodes especially at the back which can become inflamed with environmental allergens.

Q: my upper stomach gets swollen and hard. i am a fit person, gym and running. i dont understand why this happens, i also dont eat sugar.

Stomach: Stomach distention would be most likely explanation for your symptoms. Would need more information. When does the symptoms start. Are the symptoms episodic or constant? Do you associate the symptoms with eating and if so what type of foods.

Q: i am 26 years old and generally very fit, i train and take part in olympic triathlons however i lately cannot run without my heart rate spiking to 190-208bpm and i almost pass out. this happens even when running slowly and starts after minutes?

SVT: Would be suspcious for SVT. You should be seen and a monitor should be warn to assess for possible tachycardia.

Question 1

in the first on fitness just running is right if i want to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Easy?: Eat less and better. Low fat, and salt. Exercise 30 minutes/day at least 3 days/week. Does not matter so much what that exercise is. Just love it. Stay with it. Its not what you do as much as how long you do it, good luck. This advise is free, easy and a lot cheaper than the atkins book. Who knew?.....

Question 2

how can i use water fitness in the rehabilitation of a running injury?

Accepted Answer

Water Rehabilitation: Water rehabilitation is a good form of therapy because it is generally non-weightbearing.  The water provides good resistance without putting additional stress on the injured body part.

Question 3

d i had a stroke two years ago and today is clear that it was caused by patent foramen ovale. can i keep doing sports like swimming, running, fitness?

Accepted Answer

Probably you can: A patent foramen oval is a hole between 2 top chambers of heart (atria) that don't close after birth (25% people). First sx is a stroke, often affecting numb or weakness one side of body, vision, balance, speech. Most rx w blood thinner to, prevent another cva, physical and ot; few surgery. U r < 50 y/o & otherwise healthy. You can do anything you put your mind to!

Question 4

when i run i end up with wheezing chest and cough up flem. i don't experience asthma but i get running induced asthma regardless of my fitness. especially if i begin a run fast. i don't experience these symptoms ever other than when i run?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: Hi,

What you are describing sounds like exercise induced asthma.

See below for more information. Hope you feel better soon!

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/exercise-induced-asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20372300

Question 5

planning to make my body fit, is running neccesary to build my endurance?

Accepted Answer

No: It is one of many activities to do this. Any cardiovascular activity performed at a specifically determined heart rate for a specific duration can help develop this. Rowing, cycling, spinning, swimming and running will all work. Weight training can be added for bone and support component (ligaments, tendons,etc. ) strengthening . (USAT Level I coach). Good Luck.

Question 6

im at a loss, i am 50 years old, i do taebo 3x a week,  recently started cross fit 2x a week and trail running over weekends. i now seem to gain kgs, why would that be?

Accepted Answer

Diet: Diet is the major possible cause. Watch calories and limit carbohydrates. If weight gain persists, speak with your doctor about lab tests to look for other possible causes of weight gain

Question 7

my heart rate goes up to 200 when training (eg running uphill). is this normal? i am a moderately fit person and have recently completed half marathons

Accepted Answer

You: answered your own question....If you are well trained and fit your max pulse rate is an INDIVIDUAL , NORMAL (for YOU) finding....Most fitness program ask you to increase your RESTING pulse to a certain level...the maximum pulse rate at full exercise mode is VARIABLE not FIXED...
Hope this is helpful
Be Well
Dr z

Question 8

i am having some chest and tongue pain while jogging/running followed by coughing fit?

Accepted Answer

Environment?: Usually joggers run with mouths open.  If you run in an area with smoke, pollen, mold, chemicals, etc.(allergens), this could trigger an allergic reaction with coughing and chest pain.  The tongue has lots of lymph nodes especially at the back which can become inflamed with environmental allergens.

Question 9

my upper stomach gets swollen and hard. i am a fit person, gym and running. i dont understand why this happens, i also dont eat sugar.

Accepted Answer

Stomach: Stomach distention would be most likely explanation for your symptoms.  Would need more  information. When does the symptoms start. Are the symptoms episodic or constant?  Do you associate the symptoms with eating and if so what type of foods.

Question 10

i am 26 years old and generally very fit, i train and take part in olympic triathlons

however i lately cannot run without my heart rate spiking to 190-208bpm and i almost pass out. this happens even when running slowly and starts after minutes?

Accepted Answer

SVT: Would be suspcious for SVT. You should be seen and a monitor should be warn to assess for possible tachycardia.

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In the first on fitness just running is right if i want to lose weight?

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D i had a stroke two years ago and today is clear that it was caused by patent foramen ovale. can i keep doing sports like swimming, running, fitness?

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When i run i end up with wheezing chest and cough up flem. i don't experience asthma but i get running induced asthma regardless of my fitness. especially if i begin a run fast. i don't experience these symptoms ever other than when i run?

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Planning to make my body fit, is running neccesary to build my endurance?

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Im at a loss, i am 50 years old, i do taebo 3x a week, recently started cross fit 2x a week and trail running over weekends. i now seem to gain kgs, why would that be?

A member asked:

My heart rate goes up to 200 when training (eg running uphill). is this normal? i am a moderately fit person and have recently completed half marathons

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I am having some chest and tongue pain while jogging/running followed by coughing fit?

A member asked:

My upper stomach gets swollen and hard. i am a fit person, gym and running. i dont understand why this happens, i also dont eat sugar.

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I am 26 years old and generally very fit, i train and take part in olympic triathlons however i lately cannot run without my heart rate spiking to 190-208bpm and i almost pass out. this happens even when running slowly and starts after minutes?

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