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This book is a great guide for women who want to start or improve their running routine. With advice from experts and personal experience, it covers all aspects of running including physical and mental benefits, equipment, training, nutrition, and injury prevention. The question and answer sections and list of resources also provide valuable information for runners of all levels. Readers have praised the book for its friendly and informative tone, making it a must-read for any woman looking to improve her health and confidence through running.

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A comprehensive guide exclusively for women who experience the pure joy of running or want to.More women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running -- for stress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women's bodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard and with the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.It's the simplest, fastest, most accessible way to fitness and good health known to woman. You don't need a partner, equipment, or even much time. Now, Claire Kowalchik, former managing editor of Runner's World magazine, answers every question about the overwhelmingly popular activity that builds endurance, melts fat, and even prevents illness. In this total running book for women, you'll learn:-How to get started and stay motivated -What to eat for optimal nutrition -How to run during pregnancy and after menopause -Why running is the most effective form of exercise -How to prevent and treat injury -What to wear -- from sports bras to running shoes -How to prepare for everything from a 5K to a marathonAuthoritative and friendly, The Complete Book of Running for Women is a sourcebook for both beginners and long-time runners. Along with wisdom drawn from the author's personal experience, you'll find advice from the experts: coaches, exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Including question-and-answer sections and a complete list of resources, The Complete Book of Running for Women tells you everything you need to know to be off and running toward better health and richer living.
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The Complete Book Of Running For Women

ISBN: 9780671017033
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $30.61
Authors: Claire Kowalchik
Publisher: Pocket Books
Date of Publication: 1999-03-01
Format: Paperback
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This book is a great guide for women who want to start or improve their running routine. With advice from experts and personal experience, it covers all aspects of running including physical and mental benefits, equipment, training, nutrition, and injury prevention. The question and answer sections and list of resources also provide valuable information for runners of all levels. Readers have praised the book for its friendly and informative tone, making it a must-read for any woman looking to improve her health and confidence through running.

Riley is your virtual thrift companion, and here to help you find your next favourite read. You can also find in-stock similar reads linked by topic and genre here!

A comprehensive guide exclusively for women who experience the pure joy of running or want to.More women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running -- for stress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women's bodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard and with the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.It's the simplest, fastest, most accessible way to fitness and good health known to woman. You don't need a partner, equipment, or even much time. Now, Claire Kowalchik, former managing editor of Runner's World magazine, answers every question about the overwhelmingly popular activity that builds endurance, melts fat, and even prevents illness. In this total running book for women, you'll learn:-How to get started and stay motivated -What to eat for optimal nutrition -How to run during pregnancy and after menopause -Why running is the most effective form of exercise -How to prevent and treat injury -What to wear -- from sports bras to running shoes -How to prepare for everything from a 5K to a marathonAuthoritative and friendly, The Complete Book of Running for Women is a sourcebook for both beginners and long-time runners. Along with wisdom drawn from the author's personal experience, you'll find advice from the experts: coaches, exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Including question-and-answer sections and a complete list of resources, The Complete Book of Running for Women tells you everything you need to know to be off and running toward better health and richer living.