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by Claire Kowalchik (Author) "WHY TAKE UP RUNNING? ..." (more)
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More women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running -- forstress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women'sbodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard andwith the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.Finally, there is a comprehensive guide exclusively for women whoexperience the pure joy of running, or want to.

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 marathon

Authoritative 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.



About the Author

Claire Kowalchik is the former managing editor at Runner's World. She has also been a book editor at Rodale Press, and written for numerous sports and fitness publications. She has run eight marathons and countless races, and is an assistant instructor for a women's running group. Claire currently resides in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A complete and wonderful book about running!, Feb 3 2004
By Erin (Auburn, AL United States) - See all my reviews
This book is amazing! I am a beginning runner and read this book from cover to cover. It is EXTREMELY helpful! There are chapters that cover everything from selecting running shoes, evaluating running surfaces, running while pregnant, running during menopause, etc. My favorite item is a 10 week beginner's running schedule that lays out a very easy run/walk plan that culminates in the ability to run for 30 min (about a 5K). For you advanced runners, there are also schedules with much higher mileage, i.e. marathons or half-marathons.

Kowalchik covers issues for all runners as well as issues specific to women. She also addresess topics such as nutrition, cross-training, and injury prevention.

This book is ideal for the beginning to advanced runner. This book definitely helped and motivated me. Give it a try.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My Running Bible!, Feb 17 2004
By BreAnn N Mueller (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This book is EXCELLENT, I think I have read it cover to cover probably at least 3 times. It covers EVERYTHING you need to know about running, including nutrition, training, weight concerns, motivation, racing, and special women concerns such as pregnancy and menopause. I ran only a one short race when I recieved this book as a gift, and as I read it I became SO inspired that I decided to do a marathon! Through all my training, I think I referenced back to this book at least every other day, and the answer I was looking for was always there. Never in my life did I think I would EVER run 26 miles, but now thanks to this book and becoming so inspired, I can proudly say for the rest of my life "Once when I was 24 years old, I ran a marathon . . . "
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!, Jun 28 2003
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Truly comprehensive, covering all topics. I especially enjoyed reading the sections on weight loss and body image, and PMS. The author has so many good tips. I loved, loved, loved this book. It's worth buying for the extra motivation, and it really helps educate you as a female runner.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good overview-- some parts too superficial
There's a lot of filler here that smacks of magazine article "sound bite" type writing --I mean it sounds great, but I like a little more depth and explanation. Read more
Published on Mar 13 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars This book teaches you great things about running!
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Published on Feb 20 2002 by Gabrielle McCann

3.0 out of 5 stars Get it at the library.
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