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| Acknowledgments | |
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| Prologue: The Quest for Knowledge in Running | |
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| Genetics and Running | |
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| Running's Nature-Versus-Nurture Debate | |
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| Genes That Influence Performance | |
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| Genetic Differences Between Elite and Nonelite Runners | |
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| Biomechanics of Running | |
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| The Body While Running | |
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| Refinement in Running Form | |
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| Running Surfaces, Shoes, and Orthotics | |
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| Physiological Factors in Running Performance | |
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| Maximal Aerobic Capacity (VO<sub>2</sub>max) | |
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| Running Economy | |
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| Minimum Velocity for Maximal Aerobic Capacity (vVO<sub>2</sub>max) | |
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| Velocity at Lactate Threshold | |
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| Maximal Running Speed | |
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| Resistance to Fatigue | |
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| Training Modes and Methods for Runners | |
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| General Strength Training | |
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| Running-Specific Strength Training | |
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| Hill Training | |
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| Speed Training | |
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| Cross-Training | |
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| Altitude Training | |
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| Training Variables and Systems in Running | |
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| Frequency and Volume | |
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| Intensity | |
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| Recovery | |
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| Periodization and Block Systems | |
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| Integrated Strength and Endurance Training Programs | |
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| Optimal Training for Specific Conditioning | |
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| Increasing VO<sub>2</sub>max | |
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| Enhancing Economy | |
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| Gaining vVO<sub>2</sub>max | |
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| Upgrading Lactate Threshold | |
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| Increasing Maximal Running Speed | |
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| Promoting Resistance to Fatigue | |
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| Molecular Biological Changes in Running | |
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| Training Effects at the Molecular Level | |
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| Training Favoring Molecular Enrichment | |
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| Distance-Specific Training | |
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| Training for 800 Meters | |
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| Training for 1,500 Meters and the Mile | |
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| Training for 5Ks | |
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| Training for 10Ks | |
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| Training for Half Marathons | |
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| Training for Marathons | |
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| Training for Ultramarathons | |
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| Sports Medicine for Runners | |
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| Running Injuries and Health Risks | |
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| Prevention of Running Injuries | |
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| Health Benefits of Running | |
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| Health Considerations for Special Running Populations | |
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| Running Nutrition | |
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| Energy Sources and Fuel Use for Runners | |
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| Eating for Enhanced Endurance and Speed | |
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| Fueling Strategies During a Run | |
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| Weight Control and Body Composition | |
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| Ergogenic Aids for Running | |
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| Psychology of Running | |
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| The Brain and the Experience of Fatigue | |
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| Psychological Strategies for Improved Performance | |
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| Addictive Aspects of Running | |
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| Epilogue: The Future of Running | |
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| References | |
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| Index | |
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| About the Author | |