Publisher's Synopsis
Running For Dummies is for everyone with a desire to run. If you're a reforming couch potato, it helps ease you into a healthier lifestyle. If you have Olympic aspirations, take a look at different ways to improve your training. This easy-to-understand guide is also for those who want to:
- Lose weight
- Decrease blood pressure
- Live longer
- Relieve stress
- Boost creativity
- Find a fun way to exercise
Find dependable guidance for buying running shoes. Explore ways to maximize your training program. Discover the races you'll enjoy running. Coauthored by the "World's Fastest Woman" and World Record holder Florence (Flo-Jo) Griffith Joyner, Running For Dummies has world-class advice on these topics and many more:
- Nutrition and weight loss
- Hitting your stride
- Speed training
- Reaching your peak
- The day of the race
- Marathon training
- Identifying and treating injuries
- Cross-training and treadmill training
- Running for kids and seniors
