See how to improve your running strength, speed, and endurance with
Running Anatomy, Second Edition. This new edition of the best-selling
running guide delivers more exercises, more insight, and more
illustrations to show you how to increase your muscle strength, optimize
the efficiency of your running motion, and minimize your risk of injury.
Running Anatomy features 48 of the most effective strength exercises
for runners, each with clear step-by-step descriptions and full-color
anatomical illustrations highlighting the muscles in action. Each
illustration helps you better understand how muscles, ligaments, and
tendons all work together as your body moves.
Running Anatomy clearly links each exercise to running performance.
You'll see how to strengthen specific muscles and improve gait
efficiency for faster times and more fluid runs. Plus you'll learn how
to eliminate anatomical imbalances that can lead to the most common
injuries that runners face, including plantar fasciitis, lower-back
pain, knee aches and strains, and torn muscles and tendons.
Feel prepared for any challenge that comes your way. You'll find
variations to train for every condition and competition--for various
terrains, speeds, elevations, and distances, from sprint to marathon.
You'll also learn how new gear and technology-enhanced equipment can
maximize your training and performance.
Whether you're a fitness runner looking to conquer hills with more speed
and strength or a competitive runner looking for that extra edge in
performance and a finishing kick, Running Anatomy will ensure that
you're ready to achieve your personal best.
Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam
that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or
as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.
