Running Injury-Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Recover from Dozens of Painful Problems [Paperback]

Joe Ellis D.P.M. (Author), Joe Henderson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 1994

Running Injury-Free

Do you run more than 15 miles a week?

Are you working on increasing your mileage or speed?

Are you ignoring minor twinges and strains so you can keep training?

If so, you're a serious runner. Problem is, sooner or later, you're bound to get injured--unless you follow Dr. Joe Ellis's advice in RUNNING INJURY-FREE.

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Thousands begin running programs as a means to fitness, but many abandon them, not because of lack of discipline but because of injury. Ellis, a podiatrist, and Henderson, an editor at Runner's World magazine, first describe symptoms to help identify a running injury before it happens and then offer preventative measures and cures. Whenever possible, they suggest home remedies, which range from rest to stretching to mass-produced inserts for shoes. But they also caution readers to consult a professional if at all in doubt. The importance of the ankles and feet is stressed, since a large percentage of injuries and discomfort can be traced to worn, cheap, or improperly fitted shoes. The authors also caution against overtraining and advocate that if an injury does occur, the runner should consider making an adjustment in mileage, frequency, or prerun stretching routines. A very useful, well-organized guide for runners at all fitness levels, from marathoners to chubby morning joggers. Wes Lukowsky

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"For years, I've had running injuries. I could have saved a lot of money by buying this book. It's a great addition to any sports medicine library."--Bob Wischinia, senior editor Runner's World magazine

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books (May 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0875962211
• ISBN-13: 978-0875962214
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #587,207 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Nagging Pain" vs. Serious Injury, September 26, 2000

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Deb Weiss (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Running Injury-Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Recover from Dozens of Painful Problems (Paperback)

If you run fewer than 30 miles a week, have never uttered the words "my coach" or "my physiotherapist," have never won more than a goodie bag at a 10k... in short, if you are a committed, non-elite, non-professional runner, this book is a must.

This is not to say that professionals won't benefit - they will. But for those of us who don't receive regular training-level medical attention, the great value of this book lies in its ability to clearly distinguish nagging pains that you can often home-treat from those that - even from the first twinge - signal something more serious. Add it to your running library.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Accessible and easy for runners to understand, December 1, 1998

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This review is from: Running Injury-Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Recover from Dozens of Painful Problems (Paperback)

As an English Podiatrist, I found this book refreshing and fascinating and it makes a wonderful 'companion' to browse through between patients - particularly the case studies! It also makes good reading for my sports patients, while they're attending my clinic. Many of my obsessive runners, however, will not like the comments on realistic running schedules!

One of my patients, a personal trainer and marathon runner, was so impressed with this book that he has requested me to obtain a copy of it for him, which I do with pleasure.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for runners!, February 9, 2000

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This review is from: Running Injury-Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Recover from Dozens of Painful Problems (Paperback)

Having struggled with injuries (like most runners), this book is fantastic! He clearly explains the underlying causes (or probably causes) of the problem, the treatment, and suggestions for avoiding future problems.

Well worth the read for anyone running.