Running: Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology in Practice

by Frans Bosch HBO BSc, Ronald Klomp DRS. MSC

This richly illustrated work presents innovative training concepts based on recent scientific research and extensive knowledge of the everyday practice of training. It provides running trainers, physiotherapists and physical exercise teachers with the latest insights into the training of running. The training as presented here is based on biomechanical principles. Scientific insights are translated into practical training techniques in the discussion of topics such as running technique, energy supply processes and adaptation through training.

424 pages, Paperback

First published November 19, 2004

Reviews

[Jason Kanzler · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a must-read text on the biomechanics of running (sprinting really). It is extremely advanced, insofar as most exercise science majors and the likes (inexperienced but ...educated(?)...) will probably not be able to grasp its beauty and implications within the world of sport preparation. I feel bad for Bosch -- he is a master drowning in a sea of "gurus" and "experts" that deserves far more recognition than he currently receives from his base of followers and students.

From a meta point of view, this book is so anti-meathead strength coach and at the same time anti-Ex-Sci-poorly-designed-research that it belongs in a category all its own. It has much more in common with neurophysiology and motor learning literature than it does with mainstream American fitness culture (and academia), and because of this, will probably be ignored or, more likely, not understood whatsoever, by all of the aforementioned groups. By being almost completely above the heads of the target field, it inevitably misses with most of its target audience.

[Olivia Embry]

ahh so much good information here but i probably need to read this 100 more times

[Bojan Avramovic · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ne gubite vreme citajuci celu knjigu. Poslednjih 50 strana je dobro, sve pre toga opste, prosecno i dosadno

[Ellen Bees · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book gives a detailed account of the physiology of running. Different drills and exercises are included to help runners develop. However, it can be hard to follow for people without a background in kinestheology or physical education.

[Keegan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of cool drills and gives excellent explanations of how muscles work while running