Alex Hutchinson
What’s inside
Endure uncovers the science behind our physical limitations and investigates how athletes push these boundaries. This book focuses on the role of the mind in endurance, presenting various scientific studies and real-life examples, including the author’s own experiences as a runner and scientific guinea pig.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the science of human endurance
- Learning mental strategies to improve physical performance
- Exploring the power of belief in athletic performance
- Learning about the role of pain and diet in endurance
Key Points
- Endurance is both physical and mental
- Mind can override body’s performance limit
- The role of pain in endurance
- Mental strategies to improve endurance
- Importance of belief in athletic performance
- Role of diet in endurance
- Exploring the limits of human endurance
Who’s it For
- Athletes
- Fitness enthusiasts
- Sports psychologists
- Scientists interested in human physical performance
- Readers fascinated with the power of the mind
About the author
Alex Hutchinson is a physicist, former long-distance runner for the Canadian national team, and award-wining science journalist. His work mainly focuses on the science of endurance and fitness.