What are cross-training shoes used for?

I mainly lift weights (3-4 days/wk) and run occasionally, so would cross-trainers work best for me rather than, for example, running shoes? I’m asking b/c I’ve had my eye on a nice pair of Nike cross-trainers. Thanks in advance!

How should I prepare for running a marathon?

I’ve recently started running (about two months ago),and my dream has always been to run in a marathon. I’m planning on entering a marathon that is held in July. Are there any tips for me that would better prepare me for this venture?

Thanks in advance!
****I’m entering the Peachtree Road Race (10K).****

Is cross-training with rhythmic gymnastics a good idea?

I go to a professional ballet academy and want to keep my strength and flexibility up over my break after my summer intensive.
Thanks in advance!

What is the American Red Cross lifeguard training program like?

I live in Minnesota, Twin Cities, and I was wondering how difficult the program is? How long does this training take and is this training accepted out of state(California or Florida)?I am seventeen years old and I want to get a job that will allow me to help people and at the same time be proud of what I do. I swim all the time in the summer months and I feel I am good at it. Do you have to be an amazing swimmer to be a lifeguard? You don’t have to answer all of the questions and thanks in advance.

Need a good schedule for fitness training in the gym?

Well, I am planning on joining the gym for fitness, not body building, at least for now, because Im 22, and I trying to quit smoking. Im slim but im not fit at all, but I’m not sure what kind of schedule or plan I should base my "training" on. Thanks in advance.

What types of Yoga would be good for soccer?

What types of Yoga would be good for soccer? I know there are different types but am not entirely sure which to try that would best suited for physical fitness for soccer performance. Thanks in advance.

Why do many swimmers prefer biking over running for cross- training?

I have heard from many swimmers that they prefer to bike for cross training rather than running? This is my preference too… im just curious… thanks in advance

How long does it take to recover from an Olympic distance Triathlon?

Hi, I am doing a Half Iron-Man on July 11th and am wondering if doing an Olympic distance triathlon 2 weeks before is too close to the half-iron. My main goal this year is the half-iron and I am hoping to not only finish but to get a good time as well.

Anyone have any input? Thanks in advance.

Cam

“Crossfit” training for rugby?

Yeah i was wondering if this is any good for rugby training… a few coaches at school use this for other sports. Im a freshmen in highschool, any suggestions/ pointers/ routines that you’d recommend, Im also looking for a decent split body program that will focus mostly on chest and legs, trying to increase my squat and bench. thanks in advance

How long do I need to train for a triathlon?

I was thinking about doing an olympic triathlon in september. I can run about 10 miles already with out to much of a problem, so 6.2 shouldn’t be to hard. But, would 4 months be long enough to train for this. Any tips would be great.

Thanks in advance.