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Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
From the lead author of Build Your Running Body ("the best running book ever"-Runner's World founder Bob Anderson), a one-of-a-kind guide for everyone who wants to run but feels they can't As a drug-addled young man, Pete Magill once found himself in the ER, with his body telling him to give up. Taking up running seemed impossible-but he willed himself to do it anyway. Magill went on to become one of the fastest masters runners ever, and a sought-after...
4) The runner's handbook: the bestselling classic fitness guide for beginner and intermediate runners
Author
Pub. Date
1996.
Edition
Second, revised and updated edition.
Language
English
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Imagine a medicine that could make you live longer, healthier, happier, and stronger. What if that medicine was already right at your feet? Running is the miracle drug that can do all this and more -- it is the perfect medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Brodie Ramin has seen cases of diabetes, hypertension, and anxiety that he has traced back to inactivity. Now more than ever, people are looking for inspiration and motivation to get fit, change...
Author
Pub. Date
[2003]
Edition
Fourth edition.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the details of physiology, biochemistry, racing, injuries, and tips for different aspects of running, and covers training methods, genetic versus trainable potential, information on programs--including those for marathons--from various experts, and a look at legendary figures and events in the history of the sport.
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Whether you're a miler or an ultramarathoner, if you want a fit, fast, and injury-resistant running body, there's a better way to train than relentlessly pursuing mileage. This easy-to-use workout manual draws on the latest research in running physiology to target all the components that go into every stride--including muscles, connective tissue, cardiovascular fitness, energy production, the nervous system, hormones, and the brain. With the breakthrough...
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"The definitive guide to injury-free running, racing, and marathoning, from top sports medicine specialist Vijay Vad, The New Rules of Running illustrates proper technique, shows step-by-step exercises, and explains how to prevent and treat the most common running injuries to keep you running healthily and happily for life"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Written by a woman who began running marathons at 50 years old, this inspirational guide describes the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of exercise. It confronts the problem of obesity today-nearly 60 percent of Americans are overweight-and emphasizes that weight control becomes an even greater challenge with age. But as this handbook asserts, it's never too late to get fit. In nine easy-to-follow steps, the mechanics of an exercise program...
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
This revolutionary training method has been embraced by elite runners-with extraordinary results-and now you can do it, too. Respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald explains how the 80/20 running program-in which you do 80 percent of runs at a lower intensity and just 20 percent at a higher intensity-is the best change runners of all abilities can make to improve their performance. With a thorough examination of the science and research...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"In her first book, popular runner blogger Amanda Brooks lays out the path to finding greater fulfillment in running for those who consider themselves "middle of the pack runners" -- they're not trying to win Boston (or even qualify for Boston); they just want to get strong and stay injury-free so they can continue to enjoy running. Run to the Finish is not your typical running book. While it is filled with useful strategic training advice throughout,...
16) Pliability for runners: the breakthrough method to stay injury-free, get stronger, and run faster
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"With over dozens of exercises and sport-specific workout plans--all backed by modern, field-tested science--Pliability for Runners is the key to achieving optimum athletic performance while breaking the injury cycle"--
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