Runner's world train smart, run forever
Subtitle: how to be a fit and healthy lifelong runner following the innovative 7-hour workout week
By: from the experts at FIRST, Bill Pierce and Scott Murr
Contributors: Murr, Scott, 1961- author
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 276
ISBN-13: 9781623367466
Copyright date: 2017
Subjects: Running; Training
Other titles: Train smart, run forever; Runner's world (Emmaus, Pa. : 1987)
Description: From the experts at the Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training (FIRST), Runner's World Train Smart, Run Forever goes beyond traditional training programs and addresses the issues that prevent runners from reaching their full potential. This book will teach you how to become a fit, fast, and healthy lifelong runner by following the authors' innovative 7-hour workout week. In this new approach, Bill Pierce and Scott Murr show how overall fitness and total body health are the secret to longevity as a runner. Runner's World Train Smart, Run Forever is appropriate for all runners, but is especially helpful if you're frustrated by injuries or looking to maintain your healthy lifestyle as you age. This book addresses the controversies surrounding the dangers of over training and the stress associated with the constant craving for faster race times. Complete with a comprehensive program to enhance overall fitness, improve race times,and support healthy aging, this book will show you how to achieve your fitness goals at any stage.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 260-264) and index.
Table of contents: title: What has FIRST learned from runners?; title: How can I run into old age?; title: Why 26.2?; title: Is long-distance running healthy?; title: Why do I get injured when I am so sincere?; title: Finding a training program; title: Do I need a coach or training partner?; title: Smart pacing is essential for smart training and racing; title: Eat smart for the long run; title: Don't forget why you are doing this; title: The plan: putting it all together; title: The 7-hour workout week; title: Strength training : essential for lifelong running; title: Stretching : essential for lifelong running; title: Appendix A: Pace for run workouts; title: Appendix B: Supplemental workouts; title: Appendix C: Road age factors; title: Appendix D: Road age standards.