The New Rules of Running
Five Steps to Run Faster and Longer for Life
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Publisher Description
The ultimate guide to injury-free running and racing, from renowned sports medicine specialist Vijay Vad with training schedules designed by coach and 2-time NYC Marathon Champion Tom Fleming
Whether you’re learning to run, trying to lower your Personal Record, recovering from injury, or just getting in shape, The New Rules of Running will make you a faster, healthier runner. The only book on running authored by a sports medicine specialist, this informative guide offers:
A primer on running’s most common injuries, emphasizing prevention and recovery, to get you through the grueling training months unscathed.Essential strengthening exercises, stretches, nutrition, and hydration tips.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Regardless of their goals losing weight, staying competitive or simply staying active runners of all stripes will want to spend time with sports medicine specialist and avid runner Vad's (Back Rx) engaging and highly informative new book. Centered around five concepts (there's no one way to run, incorporate strength training, train for endurance, monitor your diet, rest), Vad offers a mix of practical advice and research to prove his points. Beginning with the biomechanics of running, Vad helps readers determine their running style, select the best shoes for the task, and correct their form. Should things go awry, he offers suggestions for dealing with common injuries, such as shin splints and Runner's Knee. Simple, effective exercises focusing on specific muscle groups that don't require a gym membership, as well as pre- and post-run stretches help readers get into optimum shape before hitting the road by incorporating Pilates and yoga. Vad's 10-day training approach to marathons incorporates his concepts for casual runners as well as those focused on bucket list events, such as the Boston Marathon, with a day-by-day schedule to help ensure they're able to rise to the challenge. Vad's mix of common sense and science adds up to a healthy, thoughtful approach to one of America's most popular fitness activities.
