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• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Dedication
• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Prologue
• Part I: Genetics and Running
• Chapter 1: Running’s Nature-Versus-Nurture Debate
• Chapter 2: Genes That Influence Performance
• Chapter 3: Genetic Differences Between Elite and Nonelite Runners
• Part II: Biomechanics of Running
• Chapter 4: The Body While Running
• Chapter 5: Refinement in Running Form
• Chapter 6: Running Surfaces, Shoes, and Orthotics
• Part III: Physiological Factors in Running Performance
• Chapter 7 Maximal Aerobic Capactiy (VO2max)
• Chapter 8: Running Economy
• Chapter 9: Minimum Velocity for Maximal Aerobic Capacity (vVO2max)
• Chapter 10: Velocity at Lactate Threshold
• Chapter 11: Maximal Running Speed
• Chapter 12: Resistance to Fatigue
• Part IV: Training Modes and Methods for Runners
• Chapter 13: General Strength Training
• Chapter 14: Running-Specific Strength Training
• Chapter 15: Hill Training
• Chapter 16: Speed Training
• Chapter 17: Cross-Training
• Chapter 18: Altitude Training
• Part V: Training Variables and Systems in Running
• Chapter 19: Frequency and Volume
• Chapter 20: Intensity
• Chapter 21: Recovery
• Chapter 22: Periodization and Block Systems
• Chapter 23: Integrated Strength and Endurance Training Programs
• Part VI: Optimal Training for Specific Conditioning
• Chapter 24: Increasing VO2max
• Chapter 25: Enhancing Economy
• Chapter 26: Gaining vVO2 max
• Chapter 27: Upgrading Lactate Threshold
• Chapter 28: Increasing Maximal Running Speed
• Chapter 29: Promoting Resistance to Fatigue
• Chapter 30: Training Effects at the Molecular Level
• Chapter 31: Training Favoring Molecular Enrichment
• Part Viii: Distance-Specific Training
• Chapter 32: Training for 800 Meters
• Chapter 33: Training for 1.500 Meters and the Mile
• Chapter 34: Training for 5Ks
• Chapter 35: Training for 10Ks
• Chapter 36: Training for Half Marathons
• Chapter 37: Training for Marathons
• Chapter 38: Training for Ultramarthons
• Part IX: Sports Medicine for Runners
• Chapter 39: Running Injuries and Health Risks
• Chapter 40: Prevention of Running Injuries
• Chapter 41: Health Benefits of Running
• Chapter 42: Health Considerations for Special Running Populations
• Part X: Running Nutrition
• Chapter 43: Energy Sources for Fuel Use for Runners
• Chapter 44: Eating for Enhanced Endurance and Speed
• Chapter 45: Fueling Strategies During a Run
• Chapter 46: Weight Control and Body Composition
• Chapter 47: Ergogenic Aids for Running
• Part XI: Psychology of Running
• Chapter 48: The Brain and the Experience of Fatigue
• Chapter 49: Psychological Strategies for Imrpoved Performance
• Chapter 50: Addictive Aspects of Running
• Epilogue: The Future of Running
• References
• Index
• About the Author