Ask any serious runner and they'll tell you that being mentally sound is vital to success in the sport. The ability to enter a flow state of mind is something that Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi has devoted his entire career to understanding. In Running Flow, Dr. Csikszentmihalyi is joined by fellow psychologist Christine Weinkauff and running ......
See how to improve your running strength, speed, and endurance with Running Anatomy, Second Edition. This new edition of the best-selling running guide delivers more exercises, more insight, and more illustrations to show you how to increase your muscle strength, optimize the efficiency of your running motion, and minimize your risk of injury. ......
The Runner's Guide to Injury Prevention and Treatment
If you are a serious runner, you are well aware of the aches and pains associated with the sport. The Runner's Guide to Common Injuries was written to help you distinguish discomfort from injury. It provides the latest science-based and practical guidance for identifying, treating, and minimizing the most common injuries in track, road, and trail ......
Master the swing with advice from a class of rowing's elite. Rowing Science offers serious rowers and coaches the in-depth, evidence-based information needed to optimize rowing skills and elevate performance. Dr. Volker Nolte, a world-renowned rowing expert and coach, is joined by the world's top sport scientists as they explain the latest ......
Get a length up on the competition with cutting-edge technique, training, and racing information. Let the world's top coaches, rowers, and sport scientists steer you to ultimate success, starting with sound training and racing principles and adding increasingly advanced instruction and insights all the way to the finish. Rowing Faster is the ......
Break free from the limitations of classical ashtanga yoga with the progressive and dynamic practice of Rocket (R) yoga. This modern style of yoga is rooted in traditional ashtanga but allows for more freedom of movement based on individual anatomy and fosters empowerment through creativity, endurance, and rhythm. Rocket (R)Yoga: Your Guide to ......
An Evidence-Based Guide to Preventing Injury, Optimizing Strength, and Enhancing Performance
Longevity in the gym begins with knowing how to prevent injuries before the injuries interrupt your training. Rock Solid Resilience shows you how to train so you can work out for a lifetime while pushing your limits and meeting your goals.
Rock climbing has been growing in popularity since the 1930s, and it's no wonder. This exciting activity lets you spend time in the outdoors while challenging yourself both physically and mentally and bonding with friends and family. With the increasing availability of a variety of climbing venues, including indoor climbing gyms, it's easier than ......
A reference for public health officials, epidemiologists, health and fitness professionals, or others interested in the environmental factors contributing to obesity; also a textbook for upper-level undergraduate or graduate courses in health promotion, public health, epidemiology, wellness, or obesity.
