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The running bible
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- Book Synopsis
- Have you ever wondered about the secret to becoming a better runner? Has your training plateaued and you don't know why? Do you keep getting injured or are you struggling to get back into running after some time out? Have you done a few shorter races but want to progress up to a marathon? Smart Running by Jen and Sim Benson will cut through the jargon and answer all your running questions, helping you to become a fitter, faster and stronger runner.Jen and Sim delve into the science of physiology, psychology, training and nutrition before carefully and clearly explaining how to build yourself a bespoke and customisable training plan - one that moulds around your life and will help you smash your running goals. Thorough workout descriptions are included, so you'll be confident in your training and get the results you're after.The science behind recovery, hydration, and strength and conditioning work is explained, along with how to choose the best and most sustainable kit for your adventures. Tips for race-day nerves, psychological skills to help your running, how to prevent and deal with injuries, running in the heat and cold, and finding the best routes are all covered, along with specific considerations for female and older runners.
- About The Author
- Jen and Sim Benson are passionate about exploring wild places, whether they're running through the mountains, walking the National Trails or climbing on their local Dartmoor granite. In 2015 they spent a year living under canvas in Britain with their two young children. They are the authors of guidebook Wild Running and the National Trust book Amazing Family Adventures. Regular contributors to a wide range of outdoor publications, they have a monthly column in Running magazine and are routes editors and gear testers for Trail Running magazine. www.jenandsimbenson.co.uk
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781839810473
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Vertebrate Publishing, (01 April 2024)
- Number of Pages
- 192
- Weight
- 674 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 229 x 180 x 24 mm
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