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9781853981326

The Art of Running: With the Alexander Technique

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  • ISBN13:

    9781853981326

  • ISBN10:

    185398132X

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2000-09-01
  • Publisher: Bookworld Services
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Summary

For millions of regular runners, and for many of thosenew to the sport, physical and mental barriers can stopprogress far short of full potential. Too often, anactivity which should be pleasurable and fulfillinginstead leads to frustration and injury. The Art ofRunning is based on the proven principles of theAlexander Technique, which encourage good use of the bodyand greater awareness of the way it functions. MalcolmBalk and Andrew Shields show the reader how to achieveand maintain fitness without injury and how to overcomeself-imposed limitations to enjoyable and successfultraining. The authors' perspective on the sport as an arttakes them into areas rarely touched on in conventionalcoaching manuals. A variety of personal accounts and morethan 40 carefully selected photographs enhance thispractical and inspirational guide.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 6(1)
Introduction to the Art of Running 7(4)
Mastering the Art
11(9)
What is Alexander Technique?
20(25)
What is Fitness?
45(7)
Fit for Anything?
52(7)
How to Run Well
59(15)
Applying Alexander
74(42)
Competition and the Winning Edge
116(17)
Afterword 133(8)
Further Reading and Sources of Information 141

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