Arthur Lydiard – Running to the Top – Meyer & Meyer Sportverlag

ABOUT THE BOOK
In this book Arthur Lydiard presents an overview of the techniques of middle and long distance running. His descriptions of a systematic, detailed training program for beginners and top runners is based on a clearly defined conception of fitness.
Beneath detailed schedules for the training, the book includes tips concerning equipment and outfit, nutrition, prevention of injury, therapy and the relationship between the coach and the athlete.
Furthermore a test system is introduced which enables the athlete to determine the absorbtion of oxygen through the fatless body mass.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
The New Zealander Arthur Lydiard was the most successful trainer of middle and long distance running in the world. He coached runners from different countries such as Peter Snell (3 times gold) or Lasse Viren, who reached 4 times gold. In the 50s and 60s Arthur Lydiard not only revolutionized the middle and long distance training but parallel to this development he may be considered as one of the founders of the jogging-movement.

Arthur Lydiard – Running to the Top

184 pages,2nd Edition, 26 tables, Paperback, 5 ¾ x 8 ¼
ISBN 978-3-89124-440-1
€ 16,95

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