Lore of Running - Fourth Edition Author:Tim Noakes MD Revised, expanded and updated, Lore of Running gives you incomparable detail on physiology, training, racing, injuries, world-class athletes, and races. — Author Tim Noakes blends the expertise of a physician and research scientist with the passion of a dedicated runner to answer the most pressing questions for those who are serious about the spo... more »rt:
·How your body systems respond to training, the effects of different training methods, how to detect and avoid overtraining, and genetic versus trainable potential
·How to train for the 10K up through ultramarathon with detailed programs from Noakes and several leading running experts
·How to prevent and treat injuries and increase your strength and flexibility for maximum performance
The book provides a fascinating look at the legendary figures and events in running history. And that’s just scratching the surface. Lore of Running is not only the biggest and best running publication on the planet. It’s the one book every runner should own.« less