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The Complete Book of Running for Women
Everything You Need to Know About Training, Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Motivation, Racing and Much, Much More
by Claire Kowalchik
ISBN: 0671017039
ISBN-13: 9780671017033
Format: Paperback
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Summary
A comprehensive guide for serious women runners by a former managing editor of Runner's World magazine. This book includes a wealth of information about the benefits of running and how it can drastically improve one's physical and mental health. It also provides instruction on diet, speed, strength, and endurance training and gives tips on how to prevent injury while running and how to run safely.
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Publisher: Pocket Books Published date: 1999 Size: 5.75 x 9.25 inches Weight: 1.4 pounds Pages: 432
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Authoritative and friendly, this total running book is the perfect companion for both beginners and long-time runners, featuring advice from the experts on exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Illustrations.
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The Complete Book of Running for Women: Everything You Need to Know About Training, Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Motivation, Racing and Much, Much More
Kowalchik, Claire
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Pocket Books, 1999 Covers mildly worn, with curling. A few scattered ink markings to text. Binding is tight and secure. Guide to running focusing on the needs of women. ***We ship daily. Our books are carefully described and packaged in boxes (not envelopes).***. Soft Cover. Good+. 9.25 x 6.25. ( more information) Offered by The Book Escape (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women [Paperback] by Kowalchik, Claire
Claire Kowalchik
Pocket Books, 1999-03-01. Paperback. Very Good. Have marks on ~15 pages, otherwise pages are very nice and clean. Minor shelfwear. Free deliver confirmation! Satisfaction guaranteed! Shipping within 24 hours! ( more information) Offered by XYZBOOK (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women
Claire Kowalchik
Pocket Books, 1999-03-01. Paperback. Good. Binding tight. Inside pages not marked by notes or highlighting. Black mark on page edges. Cover corners show some wear. Top right corner of cover has been bent. Still looks very nice. ( more information) Offered by Sunny Day, Rainy Day Books (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women
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New York: Pocket. 1999. S Trade Paperback. Very Good. In protective sleeve! (WE MAIL DAILY!) NEAR FINE! No creases to spine. Very minimal edge wear. Solid binding with crisp, clean pages. ( more information) Offered by Newman's House Of Books (United States)
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Kowalchik, Claire
Pocket Books, 2000 Corner bumps and shelf wear.. 3rd Edition. Trade Paperback. Good+. ( more information) Offered by Balthazar Books (Canada)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women
Kowalchik, Claire
Pocket Books, 1999-03-01. Paperback. New. GREAT Bargain Book Deal - some may have small remainder mark - Ships out by NEXT Business Day - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! ( more information) Offered by BookCloseouts.com (Canada)
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Kowalchik, Claire
London, United Kingdom: Pocket Books, 2000 Shows some wear and slight creasing. Trade Paperback. Good +. ( more information) Offered by Balthazar Books (Canada)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women
Claire Kowalchik
Pocket Books, 1999-03-01. Paperback. Like New. Book has shelf wear from storage and use; otherwise the book is in very good condition. Free tracking information available ( more information) Offered by Readers_Anonymous (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women (Qty: 4)
Kowalchik, Claire
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Pocket Books. PAPERBACK. 0671017039 First edition. Near fine. ...Experience, Quality, Value.... . ( more information) Offered by Robinson Street Books (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women: Everything You Need to Know About Training, Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Motivation, Racing and Much, Much More
Kowalchik, Claire; Hylton, William H. (editor)
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Pocket Books, 1999. Square, tight binding. Clean and bright pages. Wraps have light edge rubbing. 432 pp. Comprehensive guide to running for women, including 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, and how to prepare for races.. Soft Cover. Fine/No Jacket. 9.25" (23.5 cm) Tall. ( more information) Offered by Cat's Cradle Books (United States)
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The Complete Book Of Running For Women (Qty: 10)
Claire Kowalchik
Pocket, 01-Mar-1999. Paperback. NEW. Brand new item. Over 4 million customers served. Order now. Selling online since 1995. Few left in stock - order soon. Code: U20081002132938G ( more information) Offered by A1Books (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women: Everything You Need to Know About Training, Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Motivation, Racing and Much, Much More
Kowalchik, Claire
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Pocket Books, 1999 A nice copy with minor shelf wear, no previous owners markings, a few pages have had their corners turned down. A great reading copy. 600g.. Soft Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Azure Books & Collectibles (Canada)
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The Complete Book of Running Women
Claire Kowalchik
New York: Pocket Books, 1999. Minor wear to cover and some marking in book. Indexed. 432pp. Everything you need to know about training, nutrition, injury prevention, motivation, racing and much, much more.. Paperback. Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Black Flame Books (United Kingdom)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women (Qty: 5)
Kowalchik, Claire
Pocket Books. PAPERBACK. 0671017039 We sell only brand new merchandise! . New. ( more information) Offered by Robin Pugh's Nest of Treasures (United States)
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Pocket Books. PAPERBACK. 0671017039 We sell only brand new merchandise! . New. ( more information) Offered by Robin Pugh's Nest of Treasures (United States)
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The Complete Book Of Running For Women
Kowalchik, Claire
Pocket. Paperback. 9.3 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches. Paperback - 1999 - good condition - ladylisabooks website - used books, secondhand books, out of print books, hard to find books, second-hand books, nonfiction, non-fiction books delivered world wide.\nMore women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running for stress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women's bodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard and with the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.\nFinally, there is a comprehensive guide exclusively for women who experience the pure joy of running, or want to.\nIt'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.\nHow to get started and stay motivated.\nWhat to eat for optimal nutrition.\nHow to run during pregnancy and after menopause.\nWhy running is the most effective form of exercise.\nHow to prevent and treat injury.\nWhat to wear -- from sports bras to running shoes.\nHow to prepare for everything from a 5K to a marathon.\n\nAuthoritative 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.\nAbout the Author\nClaire 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. ( more information) Offered by Lady Lisa's Bookshop (United Kingdom)
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COMPLETE BOOK OF RUNNING FOR WOMEN
Kowalchik, Claire
New. ISBN: 0671017039. . Ships in a sturdy box with delivery confirmation (in US). Free giftwrap upon request. Brand new, not a used item. ( more information) Offered by Konstantin Krylov (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women (Qty: 25)
Claire Kowalchik
Pocket Books. Reissue Edition. Paperback. Brand New. 9.30 x 5.80 x 0.80. Brand new. Never read or owned. May have a remainder mark. 22.4 oz. Authoritative and friendly, this total running book is the perfect companion for both beginners and long-time runners, featuring advice from the experts on exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Illustrations. A comprehensive guide for serious women runners by a former managing editor of Runner's World magazine. This book includes a wealth of information about the benefits of running and how it can drastically improve one's physical and mental health. It also provides instruction on diet, speed, strength, and endurance training and gives tips on how to prevent injury while running and how to run safely. . ( more information) Offered by Books and More by the Rowe (United States)
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The Complete Book of Running for Women (Qty: 5)
Claire Kowalchik
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Claire Kowalchik
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