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This book came highly recommended to me when I sought assistance with my running on an online triathlon forum. I have read numerous running books and this is, by far, the most concise and detailed book I have read to date. It details exactly what physiological benefits you obtain from the different types of runs(lactate threshold, VO2 max, running economy, etc) how long to run, how long to recover, how often to perform certain types of runs. I purchased this book two years ago and reference it often still. I started running with pace after reading this book and feel it was the best move possible in my training so far. I would highly recommend this book for anyone looking to improve their running. It does recommend a larger amount of weekly mileage, so may be a challenge to follow the plan 100% when trying to squeeze in swimming and biking at higher volumes. I feel this is the one of the best books in my library of training resources!
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Make yourself a smarter runner! This is truly a terrific book for for beginning fitness runners and seasoned competitive runners alike.The book will help you understand the anatomy of the running body but it will also arm you with exercises and techniques to enhance your running. You get both in one book!
You get lots of great illustrations and details. When a strengthening exercise is given, you get drawings illustrating the exercises and drawings highlighting the muscles used in running, making the connection between the exercise and running very clear. I found this was helpful and motivating as well.
I could have done without chapter one, titled "The evolution of the human runner," lately it seems the majority of books about running seem to feel obligated to include a similar section or chapter and they all seem redundant to me.
That said, let me move on to the highlights. Here are a few of the topics you can expect to read about: VO2 max training and training progressions, running gait cycle- imbalances and what to do about them, physiology of runners, adaptations for speed and terrain, how all the parts of your body contribute to your running, running injuries, running footwear,and full body conditioning-everything from water running to pylometrics. The book even covers knee pain and back pain!
Well written and easy to read but full of information, and I think you will return to it again and again as a reference throughout your running adventures!
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Your mind is apt to talk you out of a well-earned performance if it is allowed to. Given the opportunity, your thoughts will sabotage your success; but likewise, your thoughts can also propel you to victory! Mostly, we know this, right? But how to take control and advantage of this whole self-talk thing that goes on in us?
You will find answers in this unique book, Running Within, written by sports psychologist Jerry Lynch, along with physician and elite triathlete Warren Scott. Lynch helps you look at this whole process, and learn take a positive approach when the tough times come. You will be empowered during those key moments in your race or training where the decisions are made that either drive and propel you-- or trip you up and stop you.
This book is like no other running book I've read. First, it helps you form personal goals that are challenging and yet achievable. But also, you will be encouraged to enjoy the whole journey! You will learn to relax- and excel doing it! The approach of the book is so effective because it brings awareness and understanding of the relationship between body, mind and spirit. Truly, it's a powerful picture when grasped.
Apply the concepts in the book and you will amaze yourself! You will be empowered to sync your goals to your reality.
I read this book shortly before I tackled my first 50 mile ultra and found the concepts in it truly usable, not just "in theory", but rather on a real and practical level. You too, are sure to find strategies and tools here that will really work for you no matter what your running goals are.
If you are ready to take your running to the next level, don't pass up this book packed with solid advice!
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I had been wanting to read this book since I first heard about it way back when. This was only the sencond book on purely running that I've read and I was not disappointed! This book is a must-have manual for every runner, serious or recreational. It is very easy to understand and follow. Run training in this book is explained in a scientific but comprehensive manner and it is done in a way that nicely describes the "why" behind things. By reading this book you will learn ways to make your endurance, lactate threshold, VO2Max and mechanical running speed better.
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I think this book is a good manual for beginner/intermediate self-coached athletes or a support resource for athletes working with a coach that has a similar mindset as the authors. The periodisation model the book explains is a very good starting point for athletes that are starting in the sport. The actual training plans provided in the book however seem a little bit too complex. Especially for people who are new to the sport, following the training plan can be an achievement in itself, but at at least it gives a good basic progression model.
The best part of the book however is the technique section where swim/bike/run techniques are explained in a very understandable fashion. The authors also make a good point in stressing and arguing the importance of strenght in the sport of triathlon and a good strenght training model can be found in the book.
Overall a good read that can help gain knowledge especially for beginner/intermediate athletes.
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