Běhání pro špičkový výkon – Shorter Frank (2019)

The book is the work of an author highly qualified for the task, Olympic marathon winner from Munich 1972, Frank Shorter. A total of 160 pages of this book provide all the basic information for anyone who decides to run for health, regardless of the reasons (to improve fitness, lose weight, prevent the effects of aging, improve mood or physical appearance). Its content is also indicated by the subtitle 'Methods and Training to Be Faster and Fitter'. The reader will learn, for example, how to work with their body using more effective training methods, prepare for races with 'tailored' programs, eat and drink properly, and perform basic exercises to avoid injury. After covering the complete basics for newcomers to this activity (the effects and benefits of running, determining personal fitness, what to wear while running, and how to choose shoes), the book discusses in an accessible manner running technique, preparation, stretching and strengthening exercises, physiology, nutrition, or the dangers of injury, and also includes, for example, how to keep a training diary. Another part of the book is dedicated to elite running, including races and preparation for them: interval training, hill training, various training routes, proper breathing, or tactics during...