Foot pain and injuries can thwart even the most experienced athletes. Foot expert John Vonhof discredits the conventional wisdom of "no pain, no gain," teaching instead how the interplay of anatomy, biomechanics, and footwear can lead to happy or hurting feet. With a focus on in…
Foot pain and injuries can thwart even the most experienced athletes, whether on the trail, asphalt, or ball court. Every professional or amateur athlete who pushes the limits of their feet needs to learn the basics and finer points of footcare. Foot expert and ultrarunner John …
"Runner's World Guide to Injury Prevention is the comprehensive guide to staying healthy while training hard. It's a must-have companion for any serious runner. Why? Because the world of running - and running-injury prevention - has evolved greatly in the last decade. New thinki…
"Runner's World Guide to Injury Prevention is the comprehensive guide to staying healthy while training hard. It's a must-have companion for any serious runner. Why? Because the world of running - and running-injury prevention - has evolved greatly in the last decade. New thinki…
"Science of Running answers all your running-related questions, from what's going on in your lungs during a sprint to the science behind the legendary "runner's high." Learn how to run faster, further, and for longer--scientifically."--Résumé de l'éditeur "Discover the hard sci…
"Science of Running answers all your running-related questions, from what's going on in your lungs during a sprint to the science behind the legendary "runner's high." Learn how to run faster, further, and for longer--scientifically."--Provided by publisher
"Science of Running answers all your running-related questions, from what's going on in your lungs during a sprint to the science behind the legendary "runner's high." Learn how to run faster, further, and for longer--scientifically."--Provided by publisher
More than half of all runners in the U.S. are sidelined at least once a year because of an injury. Many others run through the pain that starts to surface as they age - the result of years of bad posture, joint and muscle stiffness and poor running mechanics. This guide provides…
Running is a fantastic cardiovascular workout that floods the body with 'feel good' endorphins and many runners find its rhythmic, repetitive nature a natural stress reliever and maybe even meditative. The downside of repetitive motion, however, is that it taxes a few select gro…
Demonstrates yoga postures that can help prevent injury in runners by stretching and conditioning the muscles most worked by these athletes.
Offers advice on achieving goals for running without suffering injury, including mobility and stability tests, tips on the best way to run, and an assessment of running footwear.