Run, Jump, Climb and Crawl : The essential training guide for obstacle racing enthusiasts, or how to get fit, stay safe and prepare for the toughest mud ... YMCA Health and Fitness Guides Book 4)

Are you ready for the challenge?

Whether you’re a mud-loving obstacle addict, preparing for your very first event, or just considering taking part in obstacle racing, this book is a must-read. Packed full of practical advice from fitness expert Jacob Salt-Berrymen, this essential guide will ensure you are fully prepared for the races that lie ahead, complete with their electrifying obstacles! Including:
• types of race and the obstacles you are likely to face
• 12-week training plan and targeted workouts
• the right kind of diet to fuel your race
• obstacles that are more difficult and how to train for them.

With something for everyone, this book covers everything you need to know to get you from your sofa to the finishing line.

About the author: Jacob Salt-Berrymen is a personal trainer, regular triathlete and enthusiastic obstacle racer. As a fitness tutor for YMCAfit he specialises in outdoor fitness, suspension training, and anatomy and physiology – all of which have given him a unique understanding of the challenges facing obstacle runners.

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