Running can encompass the absolute extremes of human performance, from speed to endurance. Running Science uncovers the fundamental science that underpins this ubiquitous sport, bringing together the study of biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, health and injury prevention, and the technical development of shoes and running surfaces: it's a complete reference.
Running Science uncovers the fundamental science that underpins this ubiquitous sport, bringing together the study of biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, health and injury prevention, and the technical development of shoes and running surfaces: it's a complete reference.
Introduction
CHAPTER ONE the runner's body
John Brewer
CHAPTER TWO perfect motion
Iain Fletcher and Laura Charalambous
CHAPTER THREE fuel and fluid
Bob Murray and Daniel Craighead
CHAPTER FOUR running psychology
Andy Lane
CHAPTER FIVE training and racing
Charles Pedlar and James Earle
CHAPTER SIX equipment
Paul Larkins
CHAPTER SEVEN running well
Anna Barnsley
CHAPTER EIGHT the big questions
John Brewer
APPENDICES
Notes
Notes on contributors
Index
Acknowledgments
Running Science uncovers the fundamental science that underpins this ubiquitous sport, bringing together the study of biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, health and injury prevention, and the technical development of shoes and running surfaces: it's a complete reference.