| Better Training
for Distance Runners
by David Martin and Peter Coe
Description
A very thorough, very scientific (every chapter includes literature references) analysis of
the sport of running, and how to go about optimizing performance. Both coaches and self-coached
runners who are serious about their sport will benefit from this essential book. First published
in 1991, the book has now (1997) been revised, including two completely new chapters on physiology
and bioenergetics.
About the Authors
David Martin is a professor of health sciences at Georgia State University and a chair of two
committees of the USATF; Peter Coe, his co-author, is the father and coach of British great
Sebastian Coe, along with other runners.
Book Details
- Pages: 434 pp.
- Format: 8 1/2 x 11"
- Weight: 2 lbs. 13 oz.
- Published: 1991, revised second edition 1997
- Publisher: Human Kinetics
- Price: $22.95
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Defining the Role of a Coach
- The Successful Athlete-Coach Relationship
- Successful Athletes are High Achievers
- Scientific Evaluation of Health and Fitness
- The Biomechanics of Running
- Kinesiology: The Study of Movement
- Running-Specific Movement
- Interesting Questions about Running Biomechanics
- Summary: Using Biomechanics Effectively
- Muscle Physiology for Running
- Anatomic Aspects of Neuromuscular Integration
- Generation of Muscle Tension
- Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types
- Effects of Training on Skeletal Muscle Performance
- Summary: Using Muscle Physiology for Better Training
- The Energy Dynamics of Running
- Thermodynamics Made Easy
- Energy Storage in Tissues: Adenosine Triphosphate and Creatine Phosphate
- The Four Energy Systems
- Comparing Aerobic and Anaerobic Metabolism
- Comparing Carbohydrates and Fatty Acids as Fuels
- Metabolism of Carbohydrates
- Metabolism of Fats: Aerobic Lipolysis
- Interaction of Carbohydrate and Fat Metabolism During Exercise
- Summary: Better Training Through Chemistry
- Heart, Lung, and Blood Adaptations to Running
- Aerobic and Anaerobic Contributions to Performance
- Physiological Indicators of Performance
- Exercise as a Challange to the Heart, Lungs, and Blood
- Measuring Cardiopulmonary Fitness in the Laboratory
- Summary: Training and Monitoring the Heart and Lungs for Better Running
- Developing Running with Periodization of Training
- Goal Setting
- Principles of Periodization
- Periodization Using Multi-Tier Training
- Constructing Your Own Effective Training Plan
- Suggestions for Better Use of Multi-Tier Training
- Using Altitude Training as a Fitness-Enhancing Stimulus
- Keeping a Training Diary
- Summary: Building Better Fitness by Running
- Developing Total Fitness: Strength, Flexibility, and Health
- Adapting Muscles to Scress Loading
- Flexibility: The Essence of Joint Motion
- Body Composition: Importance and Measurement
- Summary: Running Improvement Through Total-Body Conditioning
- Preparing to Race: Strategies for Excellence
- General Concepts for Race Preparation
- The 800-Meter Run
- The 1,500-Meter Run
- The Steeplechase
- The 5,000-Meter Run
- The 10,000-Meter Run
- Road Racing
- The Marathon
- Preparing for and Delivering Successful Competitions
- Summary: Running Your Best Race
- Managing Balanced Training
- Fatigue: A Natural Consequence of Training
- Muscle Soreness and Connective Tissue Injury
- Overtraining and Staleness: Beyond Fatigue
- Preventing Overtraining
- Summary: Extending a Running Career
Reviews
Mark Coogan, 1996 U.S. Olympic marathoner: "The first edition of Training Distance Runners
helped me make it to the 1996 Olympics, and I believe this second edition can help me medal
in the 2000 Olympics. This really is a great book. I was inspired to get out and train after
each time I picked it up."
Keith Brantley, 1996 U.S. Olympic marathoner: "Better Training for Distance Runners
is the complete manual for athletes, coaches, and educators. The book explains complicated
issues and answers questions that lead to improved understanding of the art and science of
distance running."
Jim Spivey, 1996 U.S. Olympic 5000 meter runner (and 1984 and 1992 1500 meter runner):
"Dr. David Martin and Peter Coe's vast knowledge of running is clearly demonstrated here.
They have added another brilliant volume in the scientific approach and theory of how to train.
This book will be your complete source to being competitive in the years to come."
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