The Art of Running Faster

Any runner can tell you that the sport isn't just about churning out miles day in and day out. Runners have a passion, dedication, and desire to go faster, longer, and farther. Now, The Art of Running Faster provides you with a new approach to running, achieving your goals and setting your personal best.
Whether you're old or young, new to the sport or an experienced marathoner, this guide will change how you run and the results you achieve. The Art of Running Faster 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. Inside, you will learn how to
¿overcome the obstacles that prevent you from running faster, more comfortably, and with greater focus;
¿rethink conventional training methods, listen to your body, and challenge traditional running 'norms';
¿customize your training program to emphasize the development of speed, strength, and stamina;
¿shift gears, reach that next level of performance, and blow past the competition.
In this one-of-a-kind guide, former world-class runner Julian Goater shares his experiences, insights and advice for better, more efficient and faster running.
Much more than training tips and motivational stories, The Art of Running Faster is your guide to improved technique and optimal performance. Let Julian Goater show you a new way to run faster, farther and longer.

Sommario

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

Info autore

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.

Riassunto

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.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Julian Goater, Don Melvin
• Editore: Human Kinetics
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 30.04.2012
• EAN: 9780736095501
• ISBN: 978-0-7360-9550-1
• Pagine: 216
• Dimensioni: 177 mm x 255 mm x 17 mm
• Peso: 452 g
• Categoria: Guide e manuali > Sport > Atletica leggera, esercizi ginnici