Running Fitness

Humans evolved over the millennia to become one of the most exceptional distance-running species on Earth. So why are injuries so common? Are our shoes to blame, or is it a question of running form, training, or poor diet? In this groundbreaking book, Peter Larson and Bill Katovsky explore the reasons why runners experience injuries and offer potential solutions to the current epidemic of running-related injuries.

The Ogallala aquifer has nourished life on the American Great Plains for millennia. But less than a century of unsustainable irrigation farming has taxed much of the aquifer beyond repair. The imminent depletion of the Ogallala and other aquifers around the world is a defining planetary crisis of our times. Running Out offers a uniquely personal account of aquifer depletion and the deeper layers through which it gains meaning and force.

Triathlon has changed my life and I've been privileged to coach 50+ athletes to a 98% PR rate in races ranging from 5Ks to ultra marathons to Ironmans. I've done it through my own trial and error and experiences in what works...and what doesn't. Rest assured - there are a handful of simple, yet essential, tips in triathlon that will make or break your success in the sport.

Vous souhaitez courir un marathon et cela vous semble insurmontable ? Pourtant, en étant bien préparé, c'est 90% du marathon qui est déjà parcouru ! Vous allez découvrir dans ce guide ultime de préparation au marathon les 8 clés indispensables qui vous feront franchir sereinement la ligne d'arrivée.

The hilarious trials and tribulations of stand-up comedian Paul Tonkinson as he attempts to beat the much lauded three-hour mark at the London Marathon. With a supporting cast of fellow comedians, this is a warmly written and wonderfully honest adventure-through-sport that will both entertain and inspire. Along the way, we are introduced to the characters helping Paul with his quest. Celebrity names such as Bryony Gordon, Russell Howard, Roisin Conaty and Vassos Alexander pop up with wit and wisdom....

Have you ever wanted to boost your running speed? How to Run Faster will reveal proven techniques that will give you the winning advantage. It really doesn't matter whether you're a sprinter or a runner working towards 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or full-marathon distances. How to Run Faster offers you effective and powerful methods that will quickly deliver amazing results.

On the morning of December 22, 2005, New York City firefighter Matt Long was cycling to work when he was struck by and sucked under a 20-ton bus making an illegal turn. The injuries he sustained pushed him within inches of death. Miraculously, after five months in the hospital and more than 40...

A no-nonsense, interactive guide that empowers all women at all levels to run their strongest, best marathon ever As recently as 1966, women were forbidden to run in the marathon. Professionals—including doctors—believed it was physically impossible and dangerous for women to run more than a...

Forget what you might have been told; triathlon running is not like typical running. The triathlon run comes after a swim and a bike. The training, pacing, and technique requirements are very different from regular running. But this isn’t what triathletes have been told. Fortunately, with the right kind of run training, the triathlon run doesn’t have to be a long, painful slog with a stumble to the finish. Triathlon Running Foundations provides the specific information athletes need in order to feel strong for every step of the run, all the way to the finish.

As the day of the big race approaches, you need to prepare yourself both physically and mentally. In Running: Creative Formula to Win a Race, Dave Z.H. tells you exactly how to do that. From having a training plan to diet tips to avoiding injuries, you will discover how to arrive in peak physical condition on the day of the race. Dave Z.H. also helps you with the other half of the battle - the one in your own head. From putting aside your self-doubt to overcoming your fears, this audiobook will help you condition your body and condition your mind.

Women all over the world have changed their bodies, minds, and lives through running! The trouble for most women is that there is so much information out there that even something as simple as running can seem very confusing and overwhelming. Maybe you've "tried" running for weight loss in the past. So you begin to wonder, "could this work for me?" Right now, there are women who have lost 10 pounds or more and transformed how they feel by understanding how to run for weight loss. Don't miss out. Start your transformation today!

Why is running considered by many to be the best form of exercise? Running is simple, inexpensive, convenient and a very effective way to lose weight! When you purchase this book, you'll discover what happens in our bodies when we run. You'll find out how to create running goals and fit this plan into your lifestyle. With this advice, you can reinvent yourself as a healthier, happier person!

Michael Pollan's How to Change Your Mind meets Christopher McDougall's Born to Run in this immersive, investigative look at the hidden culture of cannabis use among elite athletes (as well as weekend warriors)--and the surprising emerging science behind the elusive, exhilarating "runner's high"...

Running can help you not only in losing weight but in feeling more energetic and alert. It can help improve your mood and increase your mental strength. By learning all the amazing benefits of running, you will be motivated to make it a part of your life. It will help you see the big picture and see that running is not just for losing weight but for improved overall health and quality of life.

This perfect gift for runners delves into the positive effect of running therapy, including anxiety relief and reduced stress by focusing on the meditative nature of exercise. This running workbook allows you to practice mindfulness in your everyday routine, whether you prefer an afternoon...

Running for Women is a complete handbook for women who run. It provides an overview of the unique aspects of women’s running and contains research-backed training advice for races of all distances. This how-to guide will teach women how to reach all of their running goals. Intermediate-level female runners who have been consistently running at least three days per week will find this book to be useful in their training. It includes specific training advice for 5k, 10k, half marathon, and marathon races.

Lauftraining. Sie möchten mit dem Laufen durchstarten, aber statt Runner’s High war bei der ersten Joggingrunde eher Hecheln angesagt? Im Park gucken Sie neidvoll auf die Athleten, die mühelos an Ihnen vorbeizuschweben scheinen? Sie wünschen sich nichts sehnlicher, als ebenfalls fit und voll im Flow Runde um Runde drehen zu können? Die tolle Nachricht: Das muss kein Traum bleiben! Denn mit der richtigen Strategie laufen Sie schon nächstes Jahr Ihren ersten Marathon und den einfachsten Weg zu diesem Ziel zeigt Ihnen nun dieser Laufratgeber.

From a former contributing editor at Runner’s World, a narrative-driven prescriptive book on reckoning with the end of an athletic journey—and what comes next. On January 18, 2020, Dimity McDowell unknowingly went on her last run. The deceleration of her running career began three years...

The most popular meditation app, Headspace, speaks about the relation of the link between mindfulness, meditation, and running. These practices rely on repetition as a means of increasing the effectiveness and enhancing the benefits. Repetition is the key to success. Running does wonders for your cardiovascular health and makes your mind less prone to age-related cognitive decline.

This is not a diet book nor an exercise regime, it’s a sidestep onto a conveyor belt that, if you choose to stay put, will lead you to weight loss, a better state of health and an increase in overall fitness. Holy crap, that sounds boring...but bear with me. I hit 57 somewhere between fat and obese, looked at myself in the mirror and decided I better do something now or prepare for an early exit.