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More women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running -- forstress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women'sbodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard andwith the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.Finally, there is a comprehensive guide exclusively for women whoexperience the pure joy of running, or want to. It's the simplest, fastest, most accessible way to fitness and good health known to woman. You don't need a partner, equipment, or even much time. Now, Claire Kowalchik, former managing editor of Runner's World magazine, answers every question about the overwhelmingly popular activity that builds endurance, melts fat, and even prevents illness. In this total running book for women, you'll learn: - How to get started and stay motivated
- What to eat for optimal nutrition
- How to run during pregnancy and after menopause
- Why running is the most effective form of exercise
- How to prevent and treat injury
- What to wear -- from sports bras to running shoes
- How to prepare for everything from a 5K to a marathon
Authoritative and friendly, The Complete Book of Running for Women is a sourcebook for both beginners and long-time runners. Along with wisdom drawn from the author's personal experience, you'll find advice from the experts: coaches, exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Including question-and-answer sections and a complete list of resources, The Complete Book of Running for Women tells you everything you need to know to be off and running toward better health and richer living.
"Andrew Kastor has taken the tried-and-true principles that all us pros follow and made them available and applicable for everyone. Just as Andrew has helped me on my journey, he is sure to help you on yours."--Ryan Hall, US Olympic Marathoner, holder of the US record in the half marathon, and marathon training expert
As a marathon training coach for world-class runners and Olympic medalists, Andrew Kastor knows what it takes to get to the finish line. Whether you are planning to run a full or half marathon, Coach Kastor's marathon training program conditions you to set achievable goals, get in shape, and stay motivated. With an easy-to-follow 20-week marathon training schedule for building strength and endurance, plus expert advice from record-holding runners on what to expect, Running Your First Marathon is the only coaching you'll need to go the distance.
Running Your First Marathon lays out a goal-oriented marathon training program with:
- A 20-Week Marathon Training Program--detailed day-by-day marathon training schedules and space to track your progress
- Marathon Training 101--advice and tips from world-class marathoners on marathon training, fueling your body, avoiding injury, and race-day preparation
- Motivational Marathon Training Boosts--from Coach Kastor and other famous runners to help you stay on track during marathon training
"Running Your First Marathon will not only inspire you but also help train your mind and body to unlock hidden potential."--Shalane Flanagan, Olympic Silver Medalist, NYC Marathon champion, American record holder, and marathon training pro
From world-renowned adventurer and bestselling author of The Art of
Resilience and The World's Fittest Book, comes the ultimate
blueprint to building a bulletproof body. 'He's an animal' CHRIS
HEMSWORTH 'The inner workings of a sports science genius' EDDIE
HALL, former World's Strongest Man Ross Edgley has spent decades
perfecting the principles and practice of extreme fitness to
achieve the impossible. Following a career-threatening injury in
2018, Ross was forced to reassess his training and take the next
steps in a lifelong journey of redefining what the human body is
capable of. In Blueprint, Ross shares the cutting-edge training
program that empowered him to rebuild his body from surgery and a
doctor's gloomy prognosis in just 365 days to complete a world
record swim. Whether it's climbing a mountain, swimming the English
Channel, or a gruelling triathlon, Blueprint will teach you the
tried and tested principles of sports science that have been used
for decades by Olympians, explorers and adventurers at the limits
of peak physical endurance. Blueprint is Ross Edgley's complete
training journey that shows you how to: * Divide a 365-day training
plan into seasons (winter, spring, summer and autumn) * Rebuild
your body using evolutionary medicine * Build a superhuman work
capacity with forgotten Spartan-style training * Gain bulletproof
resilience through Soviet-inspired strength training * Boost your
aerobic base with Olympian techniques. Blueprint applies the exact
same principles that enabled Ross to complete extreme feats such as
the World's Longest Sea Swim, World's Longest Rope Climb, World's
Heaviest Triathlon and World's Strongest Marathon. Ross is your
elite guide to achieving the impossible in the gym and beyond.
Featuring almost 30 tailored workouts for different phases of
training, packed with digestible sports science to help you
optimise your workouts, and interspersed with Ross' own daring
adventures across the world, Blueprint is the ultimate guide to
optimising your time and training to make the impossible possible.
From world-renowned adventurer and bestselling author of The Art of
Resilience and The World's Fittest Book, comes the ultimate
blueprint to building a bulletproof body. 'He's an animal' CHRIS
HEMSWORTH 'The inner workings of a sports science genius' EDDIE
HALL, former World's Strongest Man Ross Edgley has spent decades
perfecting the principles and practice of extreme fitness to
achieve the impossible. Following a career-threatening injury in
2018, Ross was forced to reassess his training and take the next
steps in a lifelong journey of redefining what the human body is
capable of. In Blueprint, Ross shares the cutting-edge training
program that empowered him to rebuild his body from surgery and a
doctor's gloomy prognosis in just 365 days to complete a world
record swim. Whether it's climbing a mountain, swimming the English
Channel, or a gruelling triathlon, Blueprint will teach you the
tried and tested principles of sports science that have been used
for decades by Olympians, explorers and adventurers at the limits
of peak physical endurance. Blueprint is Ross Edgley's complete
training journey that shows you how to: * Divide a 365-day training
plan into seasons (winter, spring, summer and autumn) * Rebuild
your body using evolutionary medicine * Build a superhuman work
capacity with forgotten Spartan-style training * Gain bulletproof
resilience through Soviet-inspired strength training * Boost your
aerobic base with Olympian techniques. Blueprint applies the exact
same principles that enabled Ross to complete extreme feats such as
the World's Longest Sea Swim, World's Longest Rope Climb, World's
Heaviest Triathlon and World's Strongest Marathon. Ross is your
elite guide to achieving the impossible in the gym and beyond.
Featuring almost 30 tailored workouts for different phases of
training, packed with digestible sports science to help you
optimise your workouts, and interspersed with Ross' own daring
adventures across the world, Blueprint is the ultimate guide to
optimising your time and training to make the impossible possible.
Revolutionise your running techniques! Learn how to run better and
faster, with more energy while avoiding injury. There is a science
to running, and now you can learn about it too! Whether you are new
to running, or have conquered a few marathons in your time, this
runner's guide will show you how to train efficiently, find a
suitable running regime, and master the art of running for life!
Inside the pages of this running book, you'll find: -Explanations
on the anatomy and physiology of the runner -Easy-to-read
descriptions of how running involves every system in the body -A
scientific breakdown of what happens under the skin at every stage
of the running cycle -Featuring anatomy of common injuries and
exercise programmes for both prevention and recovery -30 key
exercises and how to perfect precision to optimise their benefits
-Bespoke training plans for runners at all levels Expert-led
insights backed by scientific research will show you how to start
running, how to run faster, and how to improve your flexibility and
gait for running efficiency and safety. Included in the Science of
Running are exercises and training programmes that target each
muscle to ensure you become a stronger, better runner. The clear
CGI images show annotations to muscle mechanics so you know you are
taking the right steps and perfecting technique. Learn the science
behind your body's energy systems, proper hydration and nutrition.
From long-distance to marathon running, this sports book will
completely transform your performance of injury-free running and
help you to smash your goals one step at a time, proving the ideal
running gift for the fitness fanatic in your life. At DK, we
believe in the power of discovery. So why not dive deeper into our
successful Science of series, where you can discover the research
and scientific theories behind exercise and sport. Explore the
anatomy of yoga to perfect your practice in Science of Yoga; or
redefine your daily routine with Science of Living. Achieve a
healthier and happier you this New Year!
Jeff Galloway is a world-class distance runner and author of the
best-selling Galloway's Book on Running. Galloway, along with Bill
Rogers and Frank Shorter, was at the forefront of the running
revolution of the '80s. For over 20 years, Jeff has toured the
country, giving running workshops, hosting races, and lecturing to
runners. About five years ago he discovered a unique way of
training that allowed just about anyone to run a marathon. The
secret: walk breaks. Marathons have surged in popularity in the
last five years. And runners these days are different from runners
in the '80s and early '90s: they want to finish a marathon. They
are not obsessed (as were earlier runners) with high performance.
They are having fun. This is Jeff's new book for 21st century
marathoners. It has programs and advice for all levels of runners,
and will show you how to run a marathon without injuring yourself
or getting a divorce.
Every day people realise that running is one of the simplest,
cheapest and most effective ways to feel good, get fit, gain
confidence and relieve stress. For newcomers, though, the obstacles
can seem fierce: fears of pain and embarrassment, busy schedules,
and not knowing where or how to start. Get Running provides all the
information aspiring runners need to take their first steps, as
well as inspiration for staying motivated. The book presents
readers with tips for smart training and injury prevention that
enable recreational runners of all levels to achieve gradual,
tangible progress while learning to enjoy running. Avoid expensive
gym fees, get the endorphins flowing, build your confidence and
make new friends with this inspirational guide. 'The best running
book ever. Comprehensive, inspiring and beautifully produced'.
Irish Examiner
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