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Science of Running
Chris Napier
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Overview of Science of Running

Discover the biomechanics behind every stride with Chris Napier's evidence-based guide that's transforming how athletes train. With stunning CGI visuals and 30 key exercises, this UBC professor's masterpiece answers the question every runner secretly asks: "Why does it hurt when I run?"

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The Runner's Revolution: Understanding Your Body in Motion

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Running seems deceptively simple - just put one foot in front of the other, right? Yet this fundamental human movement unlocks extraordinary benefits while engaging your body in a complex symphony of coordinated systems. Beyond the obvious cardiovascular improvements, consistent running creates a remarkably disease-resistant body. The evidence is compelling: recreational running helps prevent everything from obesity and hypertension to certain cancers, while significantly reducing mortality risk from all causes. What's often overlooked is running's powerful impact on mental health - the rhythmic nature triggers neurochemical changes that provide immediate stress relief and mood enhancement, with studies showing runners experience significantly lower rates of depression and anxiety compared to non-runners. That "runner's high" isn't just psychological - it's a scientifically verified flood of endorphins creating genuine euphoria.

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Your Body: A Sophisticated Running Machine

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Powering Your Run: Energy Systems and Coordination

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External Forces and Environmental Factors

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Breaking the Injury Cycle: Prevention Through Understanding

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Optimizing Your Running Form: Small Changes, Big Results

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The Path Forward: Movement as Medicine

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