Renowned running coach Budd Coates presents Runner's World Running on
Air, a revolutionary yet simple training method based on rhythmic
breathing to help runners at all experience levels improve their
performance, prevent injury, and experience the joy of running.
Validating his method through a mix of accessible science, Eastern
philosophy, and the experiences of test subjects, Coates shows readers
how focusing on their breathing brings their minds and bodies into
harmony and helps them run stronger, faster, and more comfortably.
Rhythmic breathing increases lung volume; improves awareness and
control; helps prevent injury and side stitches; improves running for
those with asthma; allows runners to quickly set a pace for quality
training and racing; and helps athletes manage muscle cramps. This book
reviews the basics of rhythmic breathing, teaching readers how to
perform it while walking and, eventually, while running. Weeklong sample
schedules from different programs shows readers how to apply the
rhythmic breathing scale to any workout. Coates also touches on the
importance of stretching, cross-training, and core training and provides
detailed training plans and schedules.