Science of Running: Analyze your Technique, Prevent Injury, Revolutionize your Training (DK Science of)
Revolutionize your running techniques! Learn how to run better and faster, with more energy while avoiding injury.
There is a science to running, and now you can learn about it too! Whether you are new to running, or have conquered a few marathons in your time, this runner’s guide will show you how to train efficiently, find a suitable running regime, and master the art of running for life!
Inside the pages of this running book, you’ll find:
– Explanations on the anatomy and physiology of the runner.
– Easy-to-read descriptions of how running involves every system in the body.
– A scientific breakdown of what happens under the skin at every stage of the running cycle.
– Featuring anatomy of common injuries and exercise programs for both prevention and recovery.
– 30 key exercises and how to perfect precision to optimize their benefits.
– Bespoke training plans for runners at all levels.
Expert-led insights backed by scientific research will show you how to start running, how to run faster, and how to improve your flexibility and gait for running efficiency and safety.
Included in Science of Running are exercises and training programs that target each muscle to ensure you become a stronger, better runner. The clear CGI images show annotations to muscle mechanics so you know you are taking the right steps and perfecting technique.
Learn the science behind your body’s energy systems, proper hydration and nutrition.
From long-distance to marathon running, this sports book will completely transform your performance of injury-free running and help you to smash your goals one step at a time, proving the ideal running gift for the fitness fanatic in your life.
At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.
So why not dive deeper into our successful Science of series, where you can discover the research and scientific theories behind exercise and sport. Explore the anatomy of yoga to perfect your practice in Science of Yoga; or redefine your daily routine with Science of Living.
Great even for students of anatomy too…
This book is all you need to get started with running a 5k, 10k, half a marathon, and a full marathon. The training plans are split into beginner and advanced, I would recommend doing beginner at least twice before attempting advanced. I’ve only focused on half marathons but I’ve noticed it’s helped my shorter runs significantly. Following this book will make you a better runner. Happy running!
This book is really informative, and I like how everything is science-based. There are so many illustrations/diagrams to help with understanding and probably the most distinctive feature is how comprehensive it is. It talks about everything from gait, drills, tips to prevent injury, recovery stretches and human anatomy.
I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to do a deep study on running and best practices.
Es una agrupación muy bien estructurada de todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el running.
Espectacular las explicaciones e ilustraciones de anatomía involucrada en cada fase de la carrera (también del calentamiento y estiramientos/entrenamiento/recuperación)
Llevo más de 20 años corriendo habitualmente (al menos 3 veces por semana) y haber tenido este libro me hubiera permitido mejorar bastante más y evitar algunas lesiones... pero nunca es tarde, estoy mejorando bastante aplicando lo que estoy aprendiendo.
even better if I'd bought
this six years ago.
Pros
Well written and wonderful illustrations throughout
Actual book has clean, crisp pages and is well bound
Includes steps to improve performance
Great for the beginner and also the experienced marathon runner
Includes details of how the body reacts and functions during each phase of a run
Cons
None noted
The thing is I learned loads about technique and we ended up critiquing eachother- I think this approach is more effective than trying to use this yourself. I like how they really break down each individual part of a step to help you understand.
This is interesting and you can learn a lot, it'd make a good gift for regular runners.
I have always admired DK books and we have had many of them over the years, many of which we still have.
I know a lot of this information is available via the internet these days but with a reference book I find it an advantage to study it and have readily available. This is a quality publication that covers all aspects of running complete with diagrams, charts and easily understandable explanation. In a lot of cases product write ups make the item look better than they are, in this case I believe it is not until you start thumbing through the book that you realise how good this book actually is.
I can see this will encourage and support me - but it will also serve to be a fantastic read for a serious and committed runner too.
Beautifully written and illustrated - a stunning book.
The diagrams are clear, attractive, and easy to read. Thoughtful graphic design means the layouts make sense, with a clear visual hierarchy on each page. The anatomical illustrations are highly detailed and some of the cross sections even made me a little squeamish because I usually try not to think about the poor mechanical of some our joints...those ligaments look a little too fragile for my liking.
The book itself is a well-made object - the flex cover feels good and the paper is high quality.
The content is superb - as a keen runner I felt I knew quite a bit just via osmosis and scattered google searches, but I found there was something to learn in most sections of this book. It's possible that its information will be out of date as running science moves on in the next decade, but I think I can be confident that much of the information in the Science of Running is well-researched enough to stand the test of time.