Stepping Forward: A Runner's Guide to Moving for Life - Paperback

by Howard Elakman (Author)

Howard Elakman did not begin running until he was thirty-eight, but now he has more than forty years of running experience. And that makes him an expert in the field.

In 2002, he earned certification with the Road Runners Club of America, and he still takes continuing education courses with the group. In 2003, he received his level-one certification from USA Track and Field.

Running has allowed him to eat almost as much as he wants, remain healthy and make new friends. In this book, you'll find out how to develop a running routine that will improve your health and your personal life, too. You'll learn:

• What to do before beginning a running program;
• How to prepare yourself mentally;
• Ways to stretch and enhance your muscles;
• Proper safety precautions;
• What to expect at marathons;
• And much more!