A runner's guide to sport psychology and nutrition

Six chapters on sport psychology related for runners and a chapter on nutrition. All the authors are runners and the book is useful for runners, coaches, students and anyone interested in running. Each chapter has practical tips, covers relevant theory so that the reader knows why the information is relevant. 1.How can I make time for running?2.Why can't I deliver my race plan? Using psychological strategies to help you deliver your best performance,3.Why am I so harsh on myself? Examining your self-talk when running on the limit! 4.What do you think about when you run? Applying mindfulness to the games our minds play, 5.Should I use a GPS watch or heart rate monitor to pace my effort? Developing a sense of feeling for intensity, 6.Will my diet get me through the race? Examining fuelling strategies used by runners, 7.How did I become an "old jogger"?

Author: Tracey J. Devonport

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date: Dec 15, 2014

Number of Pages: 60 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1505575753

ISBN-13: 9781505575750