Running: The Things Men Will Never Tell You About the Sport (The Ultimate No-fluff Guide to Running With Confidence as You Age) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781777735685)

This book will give you a highly-detailed breakdown of the block start. You will be guided through the process of ingraining the Olympic sprinter starting mechanics into your nervous system by visualizing the descriptions in the book and following along with a video of an Olympic sprinter online. Faster starts equal personal bests. Personal best times equal breaking and setting records, getting looks and offers from colleges or sponsors, and having the peace of mind that comes with knowing you are getting out of the blocks as fast as possible given your current strength and power levels.

This book gives insight:

• Mental and physical training tips
• How to come back from injury
• Overcoming fear of open water swimming
• Eating and drinking properly for training and race day
• Shopping guides and suggestions
• Training with a group and a coach

Inside, you'll find expert advice and practical tips for every aspect of running, from warming up and cooling down to choosing the right shoes and avoiding common injuries. You'll find advice on training, nutrition, injury prevention, and mental preparation.