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Complete Book of Running for Women

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ISBN-10: 0671017039

ISBN-13: 9780671017033

Edition: 1999

Authors: Claire Kowalchik

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This is an authoritative and friendly sourcebook for both beginning and experienced women runners. It covers training, nutrition, injury prevention, motivation, racing and includes advice from experts and other women runners.
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Book details

List price: $18.00
Copyright year: 1999
Publisher: Gallery Books
Publication date: 3/1/1999
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 416
Size: 6.13" wide x 9.25" long x 1.60" tall
Weight: 1.078
Language: English

Introduction
Why Run?
Running for the Body
Running for the Mind
Sex Differences
Essay: Saying is Being
Becoming a Runner
The Mindset
The Elements of Running
Running Safely
Finding Motivation
Essay: Out the Door--Twice
Calories, Carbos, and Weight Concerns
The Nutrients You Need
Your Healthy Weight
Body Image
Essay: Bigger and Better
Your Special Concerns as a Woman
Menstruation
Pregnancy
Menopause
Essay: "Shuffling" for Balance (and the Occasional Pitcher of Beer)
Getting into Gear
Shoes
Clothing
Other Stuff...
Essay: Thank You, Mr. Sidelines
Running Enhancements
Stretching
Strength Training
Cross-Training
Treadmill Running
Essay: Hurt So Good
Racing
The Joy of Racing
Training to Race
The 5-K and 10-K
The Marathon and Half-Marathon
Essay: Champions
Injury Prevention and Treatment
Preventing Injury
Common Injuries
Stitches and Other Running Glitches
Essay: Letting Go
Running for a Lifetime
Running and Family
Fifty-Plus
A Celebration of Women's Running
Essay: Running to Catch the Hero Inside
Appendix
Index