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9780809298990

Explosive Running : Using the Science of Kinesiology to Improve Your Performance

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  • ISBN13:

    9780809298990

  • ISBN10:

    0809298996

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2000-05-01
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill
  • Purchase Benefits
List Price: $17.95

Summary

This book goes beyond miles and minutes-it breaks down the mechanics of running and offers exercises that specifically work the muscles used. Dr. Michael Yessis, a renowned fitness expert, explains how strength and kinesiology play an important part in improving time and distance.

Author Biography

Michael Yessis, Ph.D., is president of Sports Training Inc., a facility that helps professional athletes train. He is also an author and has appeared on "Today" and "CNN News".

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix
Introduction xi
Improve Your Run Dramatically
1(4)
Develop Strength and Flexibility
5(8)
The Biomechanics of Running
13(40)
Kinesiology of Running
53(6)
Active Stretches for Runners
59(12)
Special Strength Exercises for Running
71(36)
Explosive Exercises for Running
107(14)
Running Barefoot
121(6)
Troubleshooting: Special Exercises to Resolve Common Problems
127(8)
Nutrition for Optimal Running
135(10)
Designing Your Exercise Program
145(16)
Tips to Maintain Your Running Program
161(4)
Appendix 165(2)
Index 167

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