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Sprinting

Training, Techniques and Improving Performance

Chris Husbands author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd

Published:8th Oct '13

Should be back in stock very soon

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Features and reviews in Athletics Weekly, Runner's World and Running Fitness magazines. Reviews in Coachwise, Sport England, Sport and Sport & Excercise Scientist magazines.

Suitable for all athletes at the beginning or development stages of their sprint careers who are committed to running faster, this book covers various sprint events from 60metres to 400 metres, as well as the hurdles and relay; principles of biomechanics, limiting factors and potential areas of capability; and training and planning.A huge amount of time, planning and preparation goes into creating a world-class sprinter. Sprinting - Training, Techniques and Improving Performance is an essential guide for all athletes at the beginning or development stages of their sprint careers who are committed to running faster. The book covers all sprint events from 60metres to 400 metres, as well as the hurdles and relay; principles of biomechanics, limiting factors and potential areas of capability; training and planning; prehab and avoiding injuries; practical nutritional advice and strength and conditioning. Whatever your level, this book provides valuable advice that will help you achieve your goal.

ISBN: 9781847975492

Dimensions: 235mm x 165mm x 12mm

Weight: 375g

160 pages