Better Training for Distance Runners by David E Martin

Better Training for Distance Runners by David E Martin

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Summary

The first half of this text explains running physiology and the scientific basis for training programme design. The second half features event-specific programmes, racing strategies and injury-prevention measures for 800-metre runners to marathoners.

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Better Training for Distance Runners by David E Martin

This text integrates scientific principles about how the body adapts to training with practical information on designing individualized training programmes for middle- and long-distance runners. It covers: the biomechanics and biochemistry of running; goal-setting for competitive runners; developing a plan for total body fitness; strategies for successful racing from the 800-metre through the marathon; integrating psychological and psychiological aspects of athlete development; and stress management.
David Gilmartin is Distinguished Professor of History at North Carolina State University and the author of Empire and Islam: Punjab and the Making of Pakistan.
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ISBN 13 9780880115308
ISBN 10 0880115300
Title Better Training for Distance Runners
Author David E Martin
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Human Kinetics Publishers
Year published 1997-03-14
Number of pages 445
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