Lore of Running

Now revised, expanded and updated, Lore of Running gives you incomparable detail on physiology, training, racing, injuries, world-class athletes, and races. Author Tim Noakes blends the expertise of a physician and research scientist with the passion of a dedicated runner to answer the most pressing questions for those who are serious about the sport: - How your body systems respond to training, the effects of different training methods, how to detect and avoid overtraining, and genetic versus trainable potential, - How to train for the 10K up through ultramarathon with detailed programs from Noakes and several leading running experts, - How to prevent and treat injuries, increase your strength and flexibility, and use proper nutrition for weight control and maximum performance,