Book

Vad, Vijay, author.

The new rules of running : five steps to run faster and longer for life / Vijay Vad, MD ; with Dave Allen.

New York : Avery, a member of Penguin Group (USA), [2014]

260 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

"The definitive guide to injury-free running, racing, and marathoning, from top sports medicine specialist Vijay Vad, The New Rules of Running illustrates proper technique, shows step-by-step exercises, and explains how to prevent and treat the most common running injuries to keep you running healthily and happily for life"-- Provided by publisher.

Running -- Physiological aspects.

Running injuries -- Prevention.

Running injuries -- Treatment.

Running -- Training.

Running.

Runners (Sports)

Allen, Dave, 1968- author.

Includes index.

The five new rules of running -- Proper biomechanics of running -- Shoes and other running essentials -- General nutrition and hydration -- Speed is strength in disguise -- Sport-specific training and interval training -- Pre- and post-run -- Injury prevention and recovery -- Injuries to the lower body (below the knee) -- Injuries to the knee and the thigh area -- Injuries to the hip and the back -- Training dos and don'ts -- How to run your best marathon -- How to run your best half-marathon -- Run for weight loss and life -- Race day strategies.

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