Running Well [Paperback]

Sam Murphy (Author), Sarah Connors (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 21, 2008

Nothing beats the pleasure of running. Unfortunately, many runners are slowed down by injuries that could be avoided through changes in training or technique.

That's where Running Well comes in. Based on the latest scientific principles, this accessible guide shows you these techniques:

-How to minimize the risk of injury and stay healthy

-The differences between training and straining

-How to strengthen and maintain the primary running muscles

-Ways of assessing and improving technique

-How to recognize injuries early on and avoid more serious setbacks

And if you do get injured, Running Well will return you to action quickly. Sections devoted to each bodily region detail common symptoms and causes of discomfort. You'll learn how to treat the injury, know when to seek help and know how to prevent the problem from reoccurring.

From avoiding overtraining to increasing flexibility, Running Well has everything you need to keep you running all year round so that you sprint—not limp—to the all-important finish line.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A well-written, beautifully illustrated book that manages to find just the right balance between the science and the spirit of running."

Malcolm Balk
Runner and Author of Master the Art of Running

"It is absolutely fantastic. I always refer to it and I have recommended it to many."

Jodie Fontenot
Owner, RippedBodies Personal Training
Houston, Texas

About the Author

Sam Murphy is one of the United Kingdom's leading fitness and health experts, contributing to Health and Fitness, Healthy Living, and Financial Times. She is the author of five books, including Run for Life, which has been published in 10 languages.

Murphy is a training consultant to the London Marathon, Nike, and Adidas. She is a regular speaker at conventions and conferences on fitness and health. With over 17 years of experience as a runner, Murphy has raced distances from 3,000 meters to 100 miles and is a 14-time marathon runner.

Murphy lives in Clapton, London, and enjoys running, walking, and camping.

Sarah Connors is a physiotherapist who specializes in running injuries. She is the physiotherapist for the British athletics team. Connors has worked with British athletes since 1993 and attended two Olympic Games. She has been a competitive runner since the age of 11.

Connors is married with three children and enjoys running, skiing, and spending time with her kids.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 184 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics; 1 edition (October 21, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736077456
• ISBN-13: 978-0736077453
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #492,143 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific resource!, December 3, 2008

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W. Johnson (Fuquay-Varina, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Running Well (Paperback)

Great book. Great design. I bought this for my wife who wants to train for a half marathon, but hasn't run much previously. Running Well should ensure both her success and safety. Very accessible and informative!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars running better now?, April 10, 2009

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English mum in America "mum" (Denver, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Running Well (Paperback)

An easy read, covers most aspects needed whether you're starting out, or training for a marathon. Good section on injuries including how to get back into it after being injured or sick. Doesn't include a training plan for a marathon/half marathon but guides you into how to make your own. Maybe could of had more on this. Good nutrition section-more than just your regular eat this, drink fluids.. Good research basis for what they say. Talks about which types of cross training are good and relate to running. Much easier to read and includes a broad wealth of information relating to running compared to some other books I've read.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for reading or just scanning the section you need, October 19, 2009

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newly preggo (Long Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Running Well (Paperback)

I really dig the way Running Well is layed out and designed. I only have about 5-10 min periods where I can read it and always walk away with a great tidbit. I can easily scan the info and love the way that they have done their homework (research basis). Speaks to as much technical or beginner as you need.