The essays in this collection cover topics relating to the history of marathon running in Asia, such as the stories behind the cities that have hosted the marathon, what role gender difference plays in marathon sport performance, and the experience of organizing the race in Hong Kong. Concluding sections advise runners on the proper way to treat serious injuries and the best way to prepare for long-distance running. Contributors are chosen from a range of universities and are leading scholars, practitioners, and experts on sport.
Edited by:
Ben Fong, Jonathan Heung On Wai Imprint: The Chinese University Press Country of Publication: Hong Kong Dimensions:
Height: 23mm,
Width: 15mm,
Spine: 2mm
Weight: 510g ISBN:9789629964306 ISBN 10: 9629964309 Pages: 352 Publication Date:04 June 2010 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
BEN FONG has served as an associate professor in the Department of Community and Family Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong. JONATHAN WAI is senior officer of the Hong Kong Auxiliary Medical Service.