Nothing beats the pleasure of running. Unfortunately, many runners are slowed down by injuries that could be avoided through changes in training or technique.
That's where Running Well comes in. Based on the latest scientific principles, this accessible guide shows you these techniques: 
 -How to minimize the risk of injury and stay healthy
-The differences between training and straining
-How to strengthen and maintain the primary running muscles
-Ways of assessing and improving technique
-How to recognize injuries early on and avoid more serious setbacks
And if you do get injured, Running Well will return you to action quickly. Sections devoted to each bodily region detail common symptoms and causes of discomfort. You'll learn how to treat the injury, know when to seek help and know how to prevent the problem from reoccurring. 
From avoiding overtraining to increasing flexibility, Running Well has everything you need to keep you running all year round so that you sprint—not limp—to the all-important finish line.

Running Well

Sports & Outdoors

Murphy, Sam

Connors, Sarah

Individual Sports

Human Kinetics

Developed by the Army Physical training Corps, this is the first official guide to getting as fit as a recruit in the British Army and is based on the actual exercises and activities the Army uses to train its soldiers.

The Official British Army Fitness Guide

British Army

Guardian Books

Practical and inspirational, this book will show you how to fit running into your everyday routine as well as encouraging you every step of the way. It is suitable for all abilities - from the virtual runner who hasn't actually got round to getting their trainers on to the experienced runner lacking motivation and at risk of grinding to a standstill. Backed by scientific research, expert advice and the experiences of female runners, Sam shows you how to stay motivated, the best food and drink for maximum energy, the optimum stretches for top results and how to keep your programme balanced, realistic and challenging but, above all, fun.

Real Women Run: The Complete Guide for Every Female Runner

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Kyle Books

Practical and engaging, this book will show you how to fit running into your everyday routine as well as encouraging you every step of the way. Suitable for all abilities - from the virtual runner who hasn't actually got round to getting their trainers on to the experienced runner lacking motivation and at risk of grinding to a standstill. Backed by scientific research, expert advice and the experiences of female runners, Sam shows you how to stay motivated, the best food and drink for maximum energy, the optimum stretches for top results and how to keep your programme balanced, realistic and challenging but, above all, fun.

Run for Life: The Complete Guide for Every Female Runner

Marathon and Half Marathon

A&C Black

'Quite simply, it contains the tools to make you a better runner. Make space on your bookshelf for this timeless, classic marathon manual.' -Paul Tonkinson\n'Drawing on decades of running and coaching experience, Murphy provides a current resource that long-distance runners are sure to return to time and again' -Booklist\nLearn how to run your best marathon and get the most out of your training.\nThere's no shortage of advice out there on how to train for a marathon and yet it can be hard to know what will work best for you.\nRun Your Best Marathon is here to change all that with the expertise of running coach Sam Murphy. Whether you're looking to step up to the marathon for the first time or to better previous performances over the distance, Sam's runner-centred approach will help you prepare for and race your chosen marathon to the best of your ability.\nChoose from six training plans, each pitched at a different level of mileage, intensity and experience. The plans are backed up by a wealth of essential information and advice on how to train, race, eat and recover. Learn how to: 
– assess yourself and set a realistic goal 
– adjust your diet to optimise training and recovery 
– get your brain onside to resist fatigue and overcome discomfort 
– stay healthy during training and respond to injuries 
– master the skill of racing.

Run Your Best Marathon: Your trusted guide to training and racing better

Bloomsbury Sport

The definitive guide to the swimming, cycling and running event. According to Triathlete magazine, there are more than one million multi-sport athletes in America, and this number is growing. Some triathlon clubs report that membership is doubling year after year. Triathlon is the complete guide to training for and participating in this extreme sport. Sam Murphy helps the triathlete through every flutter kick, pedal stroke and stride along the way to completing a triathlon, whether it's the elite Ironman competition or a local qualifying event. The book gives expert guidance and shows how to: <ul>
<li>Improve overall fitness and design a personalized training program</li> <li>Work on techniques and performance in each of the three sports</li> <li>Master smooth transitions between each sport</li> <li>Choose the right races, tailored to specific expertise and fitness levels</li> <li>Fuel performance</li> <li>Stay injury-free and motivated.</li>
</ul>
Charts, checklists and dozens of sidebars feature drills, give pointers on technique and provide tips on everything from improving endurance and staying focused to choosing the right equipment. Color illustrations throughout highlight the important performance elements of each sport. Triathlon is the best and most comprehensive guide for the growing number of triathletes.

Triathlon: Start to Finish

Firefly Books

Get psyched to run with this full-color, reasonably priced guide.

Run for Life: The Real Woman's Guide to Running

Women's Health

Lyons Pr

Run for Life

Kyle Cathie

RUN: for HEALTH for FUN for FITNESS for WEIGHT LOSS for ENERGY for SANITY for HAPPINESS for BALANCE for ADVENTURE for CONFIDENCE for YOU Stuck on the treadmill? Keen to start running, but don't know where to begin, or how you'll find the time? Perhaps you're already a runner but injury - or boredom - keeps stopping you in your tracks. If any of these scenarios sound familiar, then this book is for you. Why? Because it is written for real women: women with jobs, families, social lives, chores and other hobbies to fit in, as well as running. If you are looking for punishing weekly training schedules, gruelling diets and 'race pace' charts, you won't find them here - what you will find are the tools you need to create a personal running programme that fits into your life. Backed by scientific research, expert advice and the experiences of female runners of all levels of ability, you'll learn how to stay motivated, you'll find out about eating and drinking for energy, you'll get the truth about stretching, you'll discover why so many runners get injured, and how you can avoid it. You'll find out about running through every stage of life, and how to keep your programme balanced, realistic and challenging but, above all, fun. Whether you are just starting out or you're already hooked, this indispensable book will provide you with the information, advice and inspiration you need to become the runner you want to be. And still have a life. 'Runners enjoy longer, healthier lives and are far less likely to die of cancer or heart disease, says a study. They are also less likely to get arthritis. Researchers found aerobic exercise improved life expectancy and staved off disability in old age. The 13-year American study involved 370 running club members and 249 non-runners, all aged over 50. Runners retained their flexibility nine years longer and were three times less likely to die during the study.'

Run for Life : The Real Woman's Guide to Running

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