Description
Book SynopsisThis ultimate stretching guide will help runners of all abilities run further, avoid injuries and improve their pace.
Stretching is an incredibly important aspect of running and yet it is frequently overlooked or poorly executed. Written by the globally respected physiotherapist Paul Hobrough, who works with Olympic and World Champion athletes, The Runner''s Guide to Stretching details and explains the stretches that can ease pain, build strength and enhance running performance.
This book will help runners to understand their bodies, identify weaknesses and develop a natural defense against injury. Whatever your age or ability, runners will find a range of stretches, clearly organized by body part, as well as a detailed strength and conditioning program.
Trade ReviewHobrough is a leading expert in his field * Athletics Weekly *
We didn't realise that holding a pen between our toes and writing with it was a useful exercise, until we read
The Runner's Expert Guide to Stretching ... It's full of dynamic stretches to improve your running technique, but also prevent injury. * The Scotsman *
The author’s no-nonsense explanations of joint flexibility, anatomy and physiology will undoubtedly help runners of all abilities. * Bristol Post *
Table of ContentsIntroduction Running Explained Stretching Muscle Myths: Stretching Science Debunked Strength Training Anatomy and physiology Diet and Nutrition Before You Start Equipment Checking your Strength and Flexibility Reducing Injury Coping with injury The Basics Exercises Stretches and Strength Exercises by Body Area Building Strength Strength and Conditioning Workouts Final Word
Acknowledgements Bibliography Index
