1. Explosive
Running : Using the Science of Kinesiology to Improve Your Performance by
Michael Yessis.
This book was
my first introduction to dynamic warm-ups, body weight exercises, and barefoot
running. Chock full of photos of each exercise, this book is a how-to of
improving your running form and using science to get faster. Buy this book if
you are a more serious runner and want detailed examples of strength exercises,
drills, and running form photos.
2. The Runner’s
Body: How the Latest Exercise Science Can Help You Run Stronger, Longer, and
Faster (Runners World)by Ross Tucker and Jonathan Dugas.
This book is
sure to provide the science, biology, and anatomy behind running performance.
Another book that’s on my nightstand, I can’t wait to read it. I normally stay
away from general Runner’s World books but this looks to be an exception.
3. Running Tough
by Michael Sandrock.
Prepare to
never be bored with running again. This book outlines many different types of
workouts run by elite college athletes and professional runners. You’ll be able
to focus on hills, tempo runs, long runs, and intervals.
4. No Meat
Athlete: Run on Plants and Discover Fittest, Fastest, Happiest Self by Matt
Frazier.
Matt is a
friend of mine and I’m even quoted in this book. Even though I eat meat, Matt
and I agree more than disagree on diet and what it takes to be a healthy,
successful runner. Definitely recommended for any plant-based athletes –
especially beginners
5. Racing Weight: How to Get Lean for Peak
Performance by Matt Fitzgerald.
There
should be no surprise that there are several books by Matt Fitzgerald on this
list – he’s arguably the world’s most prolific endurance sports writer. And as
a certified nutritionist, he knows how to get you lean while also maximizing
your performance as a runner. Revealing new research and drawing from
the best practices of elite athletes, coach and nutritionist
6.
In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto by Michael Pollan.
When
it comes to nutrition and diet, I like to keep things as simple as possible.
Pollan outlines his philosophy on food and diet in one easy to remember phrase:
“Eat food. Mostly Plants. Not too much.” This book is highly recommended if
you’re into healthy food and forms the central pillars of my own diet
philosophy.
7.
The Paleo Diet for Athletes by Loren Cordain and Joel Freil.
The
Paleo Diet (or eating foods that we evolved to eat without any processed carbs)
actually is compatible with distance running! The authors give a great overview
of the Paleo Diet’s background and a complete diet plan for how to implement it
with your training.
8.
Chi Running by Danny Dreyer
Many of our clients have learnt the benefits of Chi Walking
to unload their legs and feet and enable efficient pain free walking. This
technique was developed by Canadian marathon runner Danny Dryer and Katherine
Dryer who integrated Eastern concepts of body alignment and flow to create a
walking and running style that is not only efficient and graceful but reduces
impact through the body, preventing injury.
Live longer and more lively. These books will surely keep you moving.
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