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The Art of Running Faster challenges the stereotypes of how distance runners should train. Readers will learn how to overcome factors that prevent them from running faster and avoid injury with correct running technique. Author and former world-class runner Julian Goater shares personal experiences to help in applying each suggestion.
List of contents
Preface
Introduction
Training Assessments
Part One: Building the Base Chapter One: Pushing the Limits
Chapter Two: Aiming True
Chapter Three: Flexible You
Chapter Four: Take a Deep Breath
Chapter Five: Going Clubbing
Chapter Six: The Ups and Downs of Running
Chapter Seven: Running Round in Circles
Part Two: Sharpening the Knife Chapter Eight: Running With Skill
Chapter Nine: Gearing Up for Success
Chapter Ten: Strength in the Fields
Chapter Eleven: Ouch, That Hurts
Chapter Twelve: It's All In Your Head-Tactical Tips and More
Chapter Thirteen: Reaching Your Peak
About the author
Julian Goater is a former world-class runner. He has competed in numerous championships, including the World Championships, the Commonwealth Games, European Championships and World Cross Country Championships. His times for 5,000 and 10,000 meters remain among the fastest ever by a British athlete.
Since retiring from competing, Julian has been coaching runners of all abilities. His athletes continue to achieve remarkable results by focusing on modifying their running techniques and training prescriptions. Julian has been active in road running, cross country running, duathlon and triathlon. He has won gold twice in his age group at the World Duathlon Championships, and has also won the British Triathlon in his age group. He currently lives in Surrey with his wife, Sue.
Don Melvin is a published author, journalist and lifelong fun runner. His international assignments have included coverage of the Olympic Games in Atlanta and Athens. He has also reported on international political and social topics. Don is currently an editor and correspondent for the Associated Press and has published, under another name, numerous novels for children. A native Vermonter, he now lives in Brussels with his wife, Rodica.
Summary
Provides you with a fresh approach to running, achieving your goals and setting your personal best. This title challenges the stereotypes, removes the doubts and erases the self-imposed limitations by prescribing not only what to do but also how to do it. It helps you learn how to overcome the obstacles that prevent you from running faster.
