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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
was great to see a different approach to marathon training in this book. most of the other tips are pretty standard.
This book has a good mix of technical details as well as inspiration? assurance? I'm not sure how I'd put it, but Galloway's book has reeducated me on a lot of running myths. First, it's okay to slow down. As long as you're dedicated and you don't always do the least amount possible, it's okay to take your time and build up to the muscles and endurance you need for longer runs. Also, it's most important to avoid injury. You can't run if you're injured.
Anyway, there are several training programs and explanations of speed training, fartleks, tempo runs, etc. He also has exercises to help strengthen certain muscles to help avoid injury as well as a discussion of what shoes to buy and different ways to lace them.
If I had any complaint, it would be on the diet section, but, for the most part, this is an insightful and easy to read book that includes just about anything and everything you need to know to be a better runner. I'm even going to keep it handy on the shelf for when I need to look up a particular.
Anyway, there are several training programs and explanations of speed training, fartleks, tempo runs, etc. He also has exercises to help strengthen certain muscles to help avoid injury as well as a discussion of what shoes to buy and different ways to lace them.
If I had any complaint, it would be on the diet section, but, for the most part, this is an insightful and easy to read book that includes just about anything and everything you need to know to be a better runner. I'm even going to keep it handy on the shelf for when I need to look up a particular.
Read this twenty years ago when I was running several miles daily and in 5K and 10K runs on a regular basis. it was well worth reading, and offered much worthwhile advice for runners.
Galloway is an experienced runner and a coach of runners. He provides valuable coaching for the various phases of development of runners - starting (history), then beginner, jogger, competitor, athlete, and runner.
Each of the succeeding sections in turn deals with various aspects of running that the developing runner should pay attention to:
1. Training: physiology, training programs, keeping a training log, and the importance of rest and recuperation.
2. Racing: how to run faster, how to pace yourself, differing race lengths (including the marathon).
3. Tuning: advanced aspects of already strong runners, such as fine-tuning form, stretching and strengthening, running drills, and will power.
Finally, there are a series of shorter sections on topics such as injuries, nutrition and diet, shoes, and age issues. Some of these are almost certainly dated by now, and should be reconsidered in light of more recent science and experience.
All in all, though written some time ago, this is a book worth reading.
Galloway is an experienced runner and a coach of runners. He provides valuable coaching for the various phases of development of runners - starting (history), then beginner, jogger, competitor, athlete, and runner.
Each of the succeeding sections in turn deals with various aspects of running that the developing runner should pay attention to:
1. Training: physiology, training programs, keeping a training log, and the importance of rest and recuperation.
2. Racing: how to run faster, how to pace yourself, differing race lengths (including the marathon).
3. Tuning: advanced aspects of already strong runners, such as fine-tuning form, stretching and strengthening, running drills, and will power.
Finally, there are a series of shorter sections on topics such as injuries, nutrition and diet, shoes, and age issues. Some of these are almost certainly dated by now, and should be reconsidered in light of more recent science and experience.
All in all, though written some time ago, this is a book worth reading.
Abounding with knowledge and easy-to-understand statistics and charts, this book is a wealth of information for anyone who is looking to begin running or improve their running performance. Perfect for runners or those who want to begin running of any age or fitness level.
Still love this book - the 2nd edition is much more useful as it provides more options for training programs (including the 5K and 1/2 marathon). I just bought the "Half-Marathon You Can Do It" book, and a lot of the information is the same, just geared solely to the 1/2. I <3 Jeff Galloway!
Read this twenty years ago when I was running several miles daily and in 5K and 10K runs on a regular basis. it was well worth reading, and offered much worthwhile advice for runners.
Galloway is an experienced runner and a coach of runners. He provides valuable coaching for the various phases of development of runners - starting (history), then beginner, jogger, competitor, athlete, and runner.
Each of the succeeding sections in turn deals with various aspects of running that the developing runner should pay attention to:
1. Training: physiology, training programs, keeping a training log, and the importance of rest and recuperation.
2. Racing: how to run faster, how to pace yourself, differing race lengths (including the marathon).
3. Tuning: advanced aspects of already strong runners, such as fine-tuning form, stretching and strengthening, running drills, and will power.
Finally, there are a series of shorter sections on topics such as injuries, nutrition and diet, shoes, and age issues. Some of these are almost certainly dated by now, and should be reconsidered in light of more recent science and experience.
All in all, though written some time ago, this is a book worth reading.
Galloway is an experienced runner and a coach of runners. He provides valuable coaching for the various phases of development of runners - starting (history), then beginner, jogger, competitor, athlete, and runner.
Each of the succeeding sections in turn deals with various aspects of running that the developing runner should pay attention to:
1. Training: physiology, training programs, keeping a training log, and the importance of rest and recuperation.
2. Racing: how to run faster, how to pace yourself, differing race lengths (including the marathon).
3. Tuning: advanced aspects of already strong runners, such as fine-tuning form, stretching and strengthening, running drills, and will power.
Finally, there are a series of shorter sections on topics such as injuries, nutrition and diet, shoes, and age issues. Some of these are almost certainly dated by now, and should be reconsidered in light of more recent science and experience.
All in all, though written some time ago, this is a book worth reading.