The Running Revolution: How to Run Faster, Farther, and Injury-Free--for Life

Nicholas Romanov,Kurt Brungardt

The Running Revolution: How to Run Faster, Farther, and Injury-Free--for Life
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Penguin Putnam Inc
Country
United States
Published
30 September 2014
Pages
240
ISBN
9780143123194

The Running Revolution: How to Run Faster, Farther, and Injury-Free–for Life

Nicholas Romanov,Kurt Brungardt

In The Running Revolution, two-time Olympic coach Dr. Nicholas Romanov provides both beginning and experienced runners with the crucial knowledge they need to develop a better stride that will improve performance and minimize wear and tear on the body.

A groundbreaking manual for all runners seeking to go faster and farther without injury - for life
The wildly popular natural running trend has changed the way we think about running, but it has also prompted many questions about method and technique- Have we been running the wrong way? And have we been running in the wrong kind of shoe? Why is a forefoot strike better than a heel strike, and how can we transition between styles safely and effectively?
In The Running Revolution, two-time Olympic coach Dr. Nicholas Romanov provides both beginning and experienced runners with the crucial knowledge they need to develop a better stride that will improve performance and minimize wear and tear on the body. With this invaluable manual, you will find yourself equipped with everything you need in order to enjoy running for many years to come.
In this thoroughly illustrated manual, you will learn-

How to run greater distances than ever before - all while sustaining optimum form What the anatomy of the foot reveals about running mechanics Essential warm-up routines and exercises that prepare and strengthen key muscles Proper technique for pain-free running, and the science behind it How to choose the right running shoes to match your training goals, as well as tips on how to go barefoot if you feel so inclined A four-week foolproof training program that will enable you to seamlessly transform your running ‘If you are looking for a resource to reduce injury risk, improve performance, and build your training program, look no further. In twenty-five years of working with running athletes, I have yet to find a more meaningful resource.’ Tom Whipple, physical therapist, Penn State Sports Medicine
‘I have used these principles to develop running skill in U.S. Army soldiers since 2008 and have seen decreases of up to four minutes on a two-mile run within just two weeks.’ Dr. Charles Blake, U.S. Army major and physical therapist
‘Romanov’s teachings have dramatically changed and fundamentally shaped the way we think about, understand, and teach, not only running, but all movement.’ Pat Manocchia, former Good Morning America fitness expert and founder of La Palestra Center for Preventative Medicine

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