Off-road Running

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Off-road Running
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Sarah Rowell
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 165
Category/GenreSports training and coaching
Marathon and cross-country running
Orienteering
ISBN/Barcode 9781861265234
ClassificationsDewey:796.42
Audience
General
Illustrations 20 b&w photographs, 16 diagrams

Publishing Details

Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publication Date 31 October 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Off-Road Running explains the basics of training so that every runner can design a programme unique to them. Practical explanations of nutrition and physiology complement advice on every aspect of training, from taking a compass bearing to preparing for a race. Topics covered include: * Trail running * Cross country * Fell running * Mountain running * Orienteering * Mountain marathons Are you bored with your current running programme? Lacking in goals or direction? If so, then Off-Road Running is written with you in mind. AUTHOR: Sarah Rowell is a sports scientist by profession and a successful off-road runner. She is a self-employed consultant in high performance sport and is a regular contributor to Running Fitness magazine amongst others. 20 b/w photos

Author Biography

Sarah Rowell is a sports scientist by profession and a successful off-road runner. She is a self-employed consultant in high performance sport and is a regular contributor to Running Fitness magazine amongst others. Resident - Leeds