Whether you're a new runner training for your first race or an
experienced marathoner with thousands of miles under your soles, this
cutting-edge book will keep you on the road (or trail) and running
stronger than ever.
"If you want to achieve your distance-running goals, this book is for
you."--Meb Keflezighi, champion marathoner and author of Meb for
Mortals
Along with comprehensive, illustrated information on running health and
injury prevention, Dr. Jordan Metzl's Running Strong also includes
exclusive videos addressing issues such as shin splints, plantar
fasciitis, stress fractures, runner's knee, and more. Not only will
runners be able to read about how they can treat and prevent dozens of
medical issues (from bonking to cramping to chafing), they'll be able to
walk into a top-level video consultation 24 hours per day, 7 days per
week.
Inside you'll find:
● A basic overview of healthy running, with emphasis on developing a
strong kinetic chain
● The science behind improving your running form and performance
● Prescriptions for preventing and treating a multitude of running
injuries and maladies
● Dozens of step-by-step stretches and exercises to help strengthen and
increase the flexibility of key running muscles
● Useful information on proper nutrition and hydration
● And much more!