Synopses & Reviews
"Like having a personal doctor who is also a good friend sit down at your side and explain what's going on and what to do." --
Frank Shorter, Olympic marathon gold medalistThe most trusted doctor in running explains what's wrong and how to fix it.
Got a running injury? You're not alone. Every year, nearly half of America's 44 million runners suffer injuries severe enough to bring them to a halt.
But you don't have to sit on the sidelines. Running Doc™--better known as Lewis G. Maharam, MD--will get you up and running again. From head to toenails, Running Doc's Guide to Healthy Running is a comprehensive manual for running injuries and preventive care. The lively text not only covers treatment for what ails you but also delivers expert advice on the best way to prepare for running events of all types and distances.
If you're already injured, Running Doc will help you diagnose, treat, and recover to run pain-free. If you're looking for better ways to train and prepare for a race, this profusely illustrated guide will help you every step of the way.
Stay healthy. Run smart. And when aches and pains crop up, trust Running Doc to get you back on your feet.
"When runners get hurt, they fly to Dr. Maharam!" -- Meb Keflezighi, Winner of the 2014 Boston Marathon
Lewis G. Maharam, MD, is one of the world's most extensively credentialed and well-known running health experts. He is the medical director of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series and former medical director of the New York Road Runners club and the New York City Marathon. A frequent guest on World News Tonight, Today, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, CNN , and Fox News, he writes the popular Running Doc column for Competitor magazine.
Fully illustrated
Covers all common injuries
Review
“Dr. Maharam is at the forefront of exercise-related medical issues in the U.S. and around the world. In his work as a marathon race director, he has done much to make the sport of distance running safer and more enjoyable for hundreds of thousands of runners. He's that rare sports medicine expert who knows how to explain the science in terms that average athletes can understand and follow.” — Amby Burfoot, former executive editor of Runner’s World magazine
“Running DocTM is the most knowledgeable and articulate medical professional in the running industry. His willingness to share his expertise has prevented countless medical emergencies and personal hardships. More than that, his warmth and humor ease the anxiety of those with whom he speaks.” — John “The Penguin” Bingham, columnist for Competitor magazine
“When runners get hurt, they fly to Dr. Maharam!” — Meb Keflezighi, 2009 New York City Marathon winner and 2004 Olympic silver medalist
“Running DocTM brings a unique blend of anecdotal experience and medical science to the sports world, particularly distance running. He knows how to keep people exercising safely. Best of all he can do it by explaining things in a way that everyone can understand.” — Frank Shorter, 1972 Olympic Marathon Gold Medalist, 1976 Olympic Marathon Silver Medalist
“Dr. Maharam is the definitive medical resource for the running and walking industry. His brilliance is in the delivery. He entertains as he educates leaving you with great information and a smile on your face.” — Jenny Hadfield, running coach and columnist for Runner’s World and Health magazines and author of Running for Mortals
“Dr. Maharam’s new book is the perfect instruction manual for both die-hard runners and the rest of us. Running Doc’s Guide to Healthy Running serves as a portable doctor on your bookshelf, ready to use at any time.” — New York Daily News
“Dr. Maharam is the premier running doctor in the world! He has carved out a specific medical specialty for taking care of runners. I was lucky to have him formulate our medical plans and lead our medical teams as well as educate our runners. This book will be an invaluable resource for all runners at all levels.” — Allan Steinfeld, former President and CEO of New York Road Runners and Race Director of New York City Marathon
“If you've got a sports injury, Dr. Maharam is the go-to doctor and his book is the go-to resource for patients and doctors.” — Steven Van Camp, MD, FACSM, former president of the American College of Sports Medicine
“It didn’t take long to realize that Maharam was the best student I ever had. He absorbed everything we knew about the biomechanics of running and walking. He has gone on to become an expert in the physiology of running. I have enjoyed watching him become the best and that I was able to help him accomplish that.” — Allan M. Levy, MD, former team physician of the New York Giants, New Jersey Nets, and New York Islanders
“Dr. Maharam is innovative, dedicated, and great both behind the scenes making it happen as well as front and center speaking to a group. He stays current and informed. Dr. Maharam is sure to make you think and stimulate discussion on any topic he covers.” — Heidi Skolnik, MS, CDN, FACSM, columnist for Men’s Health magazine and team nutritionist of the New York Giants football team
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“Dr. Maharam’s new book is the perfect instruction manual for both die-hard runners and the rest of us. Running Doc’s Guide to Healthy Running serves as a portable doctor on your bookshelf, ready to use at any time.” — New York Daily News
“Running Doc’s Guide to Healthy Running allows you to learn about your body, how to avoid and fix injuries and be pain-free. The Injury Manual 101 section is particularly helpful. No more Googling remedies for your ailments.” — USA Triathlon Life magazine
“A comprehensive, illustrated guide to running injuries and how to prevent them.” — Denver Post
“The Doc writes in an easy- to-read style about why running is good for us and how to keep from getting injured, ill or worse… The section on injuries is superb with great illustrations.” — Run Britain
“If you've got a sports injury, Dr. Maharam is the go-to doctor and his book is the go-to resource for patients and doctors.” — Steven Van Camp, MD, FACSM, former president of the American College of Sports Medicine
“Dr. Maharam is at the forefront of exercise-related medical issues in the U.S. and around the world. In his work as a marathon race director, he has done much to make the sport of distance running safer and more enjoyable for hundreds of thousands of runners.” — Amby Burfoot, Runner’s World magazine
“When runners get hurt, they fly to Dr. Maharam!” — Meb Keflezighi, 2009 New York City Marathon winner and 2004 Olympic silver medalist
“Dr. Maharam is the definitive medical resource for the running and walking industry.” — Jenny Hadfield, running coach and columnist for Runner’s World and Health magazines and author of Running for Mortals
“Dr. Maharam is, simply put, the most knowledgeable and articulate medical professional in the world of endurance athletics. He delivers his advice with the unique combination of solid medical opinion and common sense advice.” — John “The Penguin” Bingham, running columnist and author of An Accidental Athlete
Synopsis
Running is the most popular exercise activity in America, which means that more Americans suffer injuries from running than from any other sport. The Running Doc, Lewis G. Maharam, MD, is on a mission to make running safer and more fun for runners of all levels. Maharam is the most trusted authority on healthy running and will help every runner to avoid injuries and run pain-free.
No running injury comes without warning. The Running Doc diagnoses which aches and pains require medical attention, explaining how runners can treat their ailments and keep training to meet their goals.
From side stitches to the common cold, it’s not just injury that slows runners down. Maharam offers easy-to-follow preventative care to keep readers on the go. The Running Doc covers the body from head to toenails, helping soothe normal wear and tear as well as cure the frustrating or tough-to-diagnose afflictions.
Synopsis
For a runner, injury is a terrible fate. Yet every year, nearly half of America’s runners suffer an injury severe enough to bring them to a halt.
Trust the Running Doc to get you back on your feet. Lewis G. Maharam, MD, is the most trusted authority on healthy running, and his guide will help you avoid nearly every common running-related injury. If you’re already injured, the Running Doc will help you diagnose, treat, and recover to run pain-free.
From head to toenails, The Running Doc’s Guide to Healthy Running is the most comprehensive guide to running injuries and preventative care. Maharam offers simple, effective treatments for every common running injury and also delivers easy-to-follow advice on the best way to prepare for and enjoy running events of all types and distances.
Synopsis
The Running Doc, Lewis Maharam, MD, is on a mission to make running safer and more fun for everyone. Maharam is the most trusted authority on healthy running and he will help every runner to avoid injuries and stay healthy. When injuries do occur, Maharam presents proven, easy-to-follow advice on treatment and care, helping the reader to heal quickly and return to enjoyable, pain-free runs.
Synopsis
From head to toenails, The Running Doc’s Guide to Healthy Running
is the most comprehensive guide to running injuries and preventative care. Maharam offers simple, effective treatments for every common running injury and also delivers easy-to-follow advice on the best way to prepare for and enjoy running events of all types and distances.
Synopsis
Running Doc's comprehensive book on running injuries can help you solve your aches and pains for years of healthy running.
For a runner, injury is a terrible fate. Yet every year, nearly half of America's runners suffer an injury severe enough to bring them to a halt. Trust the Running Doc™ to get you back on your feet. Dr. Lewis G. Maharam, MD, is the most trusted authority on running health and running injuries, and his guide will help you avoid or fix nearly every common running-related injury. If you're already injured, Running Doc's book will help you diagnose, treat, and recover to run pain-free.
From head to toenails, Running Doc's Guide to Healthy Running is the most comprehensive guide to running injuries and preventative care. Running Doc offers simple, effective treatments for every common running injury and also delivers easy-to-follow advice on the best way to prepare for and enjoy running events of all types and distances.
Running Doc's Guide to Healthy Running addresses:
- How running is good for your health
- Healthy training programs for races and running events
- Choosing running shoes for your gait and feet
- Guidelines for running in cold weather, hot weather, and dry climates
- Safe and healthy marathon and half-marathon training
- Running with a cold, the flu, and aches and pains
- Feet and ankle injuries including plantar fasciitis, Lisfranc, sprains
- Legs and knee injuries including Runner's Knee, IT Band Syndrome, tendinitis
- Back pain from sciatica, piriformis syndrome, and related issues
No matter your malady, Running Doc has got you covered. Get healthy and get back on your feet with Running Doc's Guide to Healthy Running.
About the Author
Lewis G. Maharam, MD is one of the world's most extensively credentialed and well-known running health experts. Better known as The Running Doc, Maharam is the medical director of the Rock 'N' Roll Marathon series (19 races and over 380,000 entrants nationwide projected for 2011) and the former medical director of the New York Road Runners and the ING New York City Marathon. He is Chairman of the Board of Governors of the International Marathon Medical Directors Association (IMMDA) as well as National Medical Director for the Leukemia-Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program. He has appeared on World News Tonight, Today, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, CNN, and Fox News. Maharam is a frequently cited source of medical advice by writers for Sports Illustrated, Fitness Magazine, Self, Shape, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, New York Times, USA Today, New York Daily News, Newsday, Condé Nast Sports for Women, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Jane, Men's Journal, Runner's World, Woman's Day, McCall's, Reader's Digest, New York Post, Allure, US News and World Report, Cooking Light, and more.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Frank Shorter
Preface
Acknowledgments
PART I: Running for Health
Why Run or Walk for Endurance
Endurance Physiology 101
Training 101: What to Do During Training to Help Achieve
Success at Your Event
Training for Success: The Week Before the Event
Racing for Success: Your Race Day Plan
Getting the Best Equipment
Cold Weather Running Tips
Warm Weather Racing Tips
Traveling to a Desert Race
PART II: Marathons and Half-Marathons
A Race for Everyone
The Marathon, Then and Now
Marathon and Postmarathon Physiology
The 10 Commandments of Marathon Running
PART III: Running Doc's Repair Shop
Injury Prevention and Treatment Strategies
J. Willis Hurst and Coca-Cola
General Issues
Aches and Pains
Colds, Flu, and Marathon Sniffles
Common Maladies
Chronic Problems and Cures
Women's Health
PART IV: Injury Manual 101
FEET AND ANKLES
Black Toenails
Achilles Tendinitis/Tendinosis
Retrocalcaneal Bursitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel Bursitis, or "Faux Fasciitis"
Pump Bump
Calcaneal Stress Fracture
Cuboid Syndrome
Hallux Valgus (Bunion)
Jones Fracture: Fifth Metatarsal
Metatarsal Stress Fracture
Foot Tendinitis
Morton's Foot
Warts and Corns
Marathon Feet
Dorsum Neuritis (Numb Toes)
Lisfranc Foot Injuries
Ankle Sprain, Ankle Break
LEGS AND KNEES
Plantaris Tendon Rupture
Shin Splints, Tibial Stress Syndrome, Exertional Compartment Syndrome
Runner's Knee
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Anterior Cruciate Ligament
Distal Hamstring Bursitis
Proximal Hamstring Tendinitis/Tendinosis
Unresolved Quadriceps Pain
GROIN AND HIP
Adductor Strain, Groin Pulls That Won't Go Away
Greater Trochanteric Hip Bursitis
Osteitis Pubis
BACK
Sciatica
Piriformis Syndrome
Sacroiliac Joint
Leg-Length Discrepancy
HEAD
Concussion
PART V: Sudden Death and Running
Five Steps to Prevention
The Case Against Caffeine
When Trouble Strikes
Postscript: Enjoy the Ride
Appendix A: IMMDA's Health Recommendations for Runners and Walkers
Appendix B: IMMDA Advisory Statement on Children and Marathoning: How Young Is Too Young
Appendix C: IMMDA's Revised Fluid Recommendations for Runners and Walkers
Index
About the Author