The Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing

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Are you a triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimmer, cross-countryskier, or other athlete seeking greater endurance? The BigBook of Endurance Training and Racing teaches athletes how to stayhealthy, achieve optimal athletic potential, and be injury-free formany productive years. Dr. Philip Maffetone's approach to enduranceoffers a truly “individualized” outlook and unique system thatemphasizes building a strong aerobic base for increased fat burning,weight loss, sustained energy, and a healthy immune system.Good nutrition and stress reduction are also key to this commonsense,big-picture approach.In addition, Dr. Maffetone dispels many of the commonly held mythsthat linger in participatory sports—and which adversely impact performance—and explains the “truths” about endurance, such as: The need to train slower to race faster will enable your aerobic system to improve endurance Why expensive running shoes can actually cause foot and leg injuries The fact that refined carbohydrates actually reduce endurance energy and disrupt hormone balance And more. If you are looking to increase your endurance and maximize yourathletic potential, The Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing isyour one-stop guide to training and racing effectively.