The British Army is one the fittest in the world, employing tried-and-tested training programmes that are guaranteed to build the levels of stamina, strength and flexibility that every soldier needs. This guide lets you discover the exercises and activities that the Army uses.
Inspiration, information and practical tips on every aspect of marathon training. Includes flexible 16-week marathon training programme and advice on everything from how to fit training into your day to day life to improving running technique and avoiding injury.
Contrary to popular belief, injury is not just an occupational hazard. This book says that most injuries are caused by errors in training or technique, which can be avoided or corrected if you know how. It comes with a foreword by Dame Kelly Holmes.
Triathlon - a demanding combination of swimming, cycling and running - is by definition, more complicated that a single sport. How do you train for three activities at once, and remain injury free while you're doing it? This book helps take the trial out of triathlon.
Running is not just about physical fitness but also about mental motivation, diet techniques and how to train and stretch without damaging parts of your body. This book shows how to enjoy running, and how to run properly.
The essential, practical handbook that no new walker should be without. Whether you want to walk for pleasure or simply to get fit and lose weight, walking offers you a great way to get around and improve your levels of health and well-being.
Inspiration, information and practical tips on every aspect of marathon training. Includes flexible 16-week marathon training programme and advice on everything from how to fit training into your day to day life to improving running technique and avoiding injury.
How strength training affects your muscles depends on a number of factors, most importantly, the way you train, and what other physical activity you do. This book shows you how to incorporate all this, safely and effectively, into your fitness regime. It also gives a foundation workout and offers 'targeted toning' for problem areas, such as bums.