The complete idiot's guide to running
By: by Bill Rodgers and Scott Douglas
Contributors: Douglas, Scott
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Alpha; ALPHA
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Indianapolis, IN
Language: eng
Number of pages: 319
ISBN-13: 9781615640287
Subjects: Jogging; Running; Handbooks, manuals
Other titles: Complete idiot's guide; Running
Description: Take the intimidation out of running. This guide is packed with tips and techniques on everything from getting started to more advanced methods of training.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [303]-306) and index.
Table of contents: title: In the beginning. Hit the road, Jack and Jill ; Run for the health of it ; Taking your first steps ; Strutting your stuff: where to run ; Morning, noon, or night: when to run ; Mo' better motivation; title: The right stuff. Sole mates: finding the right running shoes ; From top to bottom: the right running apparel ; Gadgets on the go; title: Body shop. Stretching: the truth ; Pumped up: strength training for runners ; The aches and the pains ; Eating on the run: deciding on your diet ; Crossing the divide: cross-training for runners ; For women only ; Weathering the elements; title: Join the human race. The finish line: why you should race ; The racing circuit ; Basic training for racers ; Short but sweet: 5ks to 10ks ; Middle ground: 15ks to half-marathons ; In it for the long run: the marathon ; Roots, rocks, and ruts: trail running; title: Running through the ages. Kidding around: running for children ; Late in the race: advice for senior runners ; Running for your life.