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marleah_a's review
5.0
This valuable running reference is easily suitable for beginning runners all the way to those with lots of experience under their hydration belts.
I am not a fast runner, nor do I run extremely long distances. However, running is the sport that I love the most. Runners who simply enjoy the activity can relate to this manual (essentially, that's what this book is) and can find helpful hints about nutrition, gear, and stretches. Racers looking to improve can find just as much information about form, cross-training, and what to do when running loses its spark. The authors never speak down to runners at any level, and they keep the tone light throughout, which can be a difficult task when you're talking about pace tables and hill repeats.
Readers will learn about the physiology of running, and that is perhaps what will help this book stand the test of time: it is not centered around any one fad; instead, it is based on solid scientific information and the authors cite many studies throughout supporting the ideas presented within.
There is truly something for every runner in these pages -- those who are running 4-minute miles and those who are doing their walk-jog intervals faithfully. The book can serve to motivate you to improve in several different areas, or it can reinforce the love you have for simply getting out and running.
I am not a fast runner, nor do I run extremely long distances. However, running is the sport that I love the most. Runners who simply enjoy the activity can relate to this manual (essentially, that's what this book is) and can find helpful hints about nutrition, gear, and stretches. Racers looking to improve can find just as much information about form, cross-training, and what to do when running loses its spark. The authors never speak down to runners at any level, and they keep the tone light throughout, which can be a difficult task when you're talking about pace tables and hill repeats.
Readers will learn about the physiology of running, and that is perhaps what will help this book stand the test of time: it is not centered around any one fad; instead, it is based on solid scientific information and the authors cite many studies throughout supporting the ideas presented within.
There is truly something for every runner in these pages -- those who are running 4-minute miles and those who are doing their walk-jog intervals faithfully. The book can serve to motivate you to improve in several different areas, or it can reinforce the love you have for simply getting out and running.
hermit_essa's review
4.0
3.5 I was looking for something with more training plans but the book is a solid, straightforward, science-backed overview of the sport of running. I think the photographs of running-related exercises (warm-up, stretching, injury prevention) will prove useful this season. It will be nice to finally have an all in one reference for running terms and techniques.
ntombizakhona's review
5.0
This book is illustrative and highly informative... not only for those who would like to develop a running habit but for seasoned runners who would like to "Run Farther, Faster, and Injury Free."
This is currently the best, all encompassing book about running that I have read thus far as it includes all the complex components of running such as nutrition, cross-training, the nervous system and hormones amongst others... it even has healthy recipes and running schedules!
They have great strategies for race day, even though I don't intend to race anymore, I will keep the strategies in mind and perhaps I will apply them to other facets of my life.
I highly recommend this book!
This is currently the best, all encompassing book about running that I have read thus far as it includes all the complex components of running such as nutrition, cross-training, the nervous system and hormones amongst others... it even has healthy recipes and running schedules!
They have great strategies for race day, even though I don't intend to race anymore, I will keep the strategies in mind and perhaps I will apply them to other facets of my life.
I highly recommend this book!
blaarrosir's review
4.0
This book is extremely fact-heavy and science-filled. It would be great for someone who really wants to understand the mechanics of running.
flyingbulgarian's review
4.0
What makes this running guide so amazing is the sheer amount of information and practical advice on every page. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about running, technique, injury prevention and what to eat for running
marybeth77's review
4.0
Very thorough--perfect for someone just starting or who wants to incorporate strength work to her running. Good reference.
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