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Written by marathoner and Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee, Sally Edwards, Be A Better Runner addresses every possible concern from posture and form to nutrition, footwear and race strategy. You'll learn how to adapt running mechanics such as stride and pacing to your body type and fitness level while specific training regimens prepare you for any type of running event including sprints, distance runs, and marathons. Co-authored with Carl Foster, the former President of the American College of Sports Medicine, Be A Better Runner features the latest research in the science of running. You'll learn the latest strategies to boost your performance, train more effectively, and aid post-workout recovery. The latest research on special concerns such as running after age 40, during pregnancy, overtraining in younger runners and preventing amenorrhoea in female distance runners is also highlighted.

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Author:   Sally Edwards ,  Carl Foster ,  Roy Wallack
Publisher:   Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Imprint:   Fair Winds Press
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.823kg
ISBN:  

9781592334247

ISBN 10:   1592334245
Pages:   230
Publication Date:   24 March 2011
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction Chapter One: Get a Head Start: A Preview of Key Concepts: Hard/Easy, Threshold, and the Black Hole Part One: A Scientific Training Revolution Chapter Two: Your Heart Rate: The Ultimate Training Tool Chapter Three: Training 101: Cutting-Edge Research for Fail-Safe Training Chapter Four: Strength Training and Cross-Training: Building All-Body Fitness Chapter Five: Strength Training, Cross-Training, and Flexiblity Chapter Six: Choosing a Variety of Surfaces and Locations: Stronger, Faster Running by Training on Different Surfaces Chapter Seven: Using Science for Better Running: Decades-Long Research for Optimal Training Part Two: Running the Best Race(s) of Your Life Chapter Eight: The Secrets of Setting Goals: Maximum Motivation for Your Best Race Chapter Nine: Racing at Your Best: Being in Top Form on Race Day Part Three: The X-Factors: Those Details That Make a Difference Chapter Ten: Form: Forefoot, Midfoot, Rearfoot, or Barefoot? Chapter Eleven: Get in Gear: The Latest Apparel, Shoes, and Accessories for Efficient, Comfortable Running The Final Word: You Deserve This Stuff Chapter Twelve: Nutrition and Hydration: Eat and Drink for Optimal Health and Performance Chapter Thirteen: Safety for All Types of Runners: Running without Risk Chapter Fourteen: Ready to Race: 5k, 10k, Half-Marathon and Marathon Training Plans Photo Credits About the Authors Index

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Sally Edwards is a former Master's World Record holder in the Ironman Triathlon. She has competed in some of the hardest races on the planet, including the Western States 100-Mile Run which she won. A leader in the field of fitness training, Sally holds a master's in Exercise Physiology and is the creator and CEO of the Heart Zones Training System which uses heart rate data and cardiac training ranges to enhance athletic performance. A founder of the sport of triathlon (and a Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee), most of Sally's recent races have been performed in her role as the National Spokeswoman for the Danskin Triathlon Series. Carl Foster Ph.D., FACSM is the former president of the American College of Sports Medicine. He is a professor of exercise and sport science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and director of the Human Performance Laboratory at UW-L. Foster is a former associate editor-in-chief of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. His distinguished professional career and accomplishments have produced over 250 scientific papers, book chapters, and longer works. Roy M. Wallack is a Los Angeles Times health and fitness columnist and former editor of Triathlete and Bicycle Guide magazines. A participant some of the world's toughest running, cycling, and multisport events, including the Boston Marathon, Badwater UltraMarathon, Eco-Challenge, La Ruta de los Conquistadores, and TransRockies Run, he finished second in the World Fitness Championship in 2004.

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