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If you're a runner, or would like to be one, The Runner's Handbook will answer all your questions. Fitness expert Bob Glover-who has trained thousands of runners-shows you how to devise a training program and keep at the top of your form.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the first book on running I have read. However, as a reader of running/sports magazines (Running Fitness, Runner's World, 220 Triathlon, etc.) it is clear that Bob Glover has to be one of the best coaches around; his advice throughout is repeated by all of these magazines - they can't all be wrong!
All aspects of running, including cross-training and how to juggle running and work/family (the runner's triangle), are discussed and while the facts and figures are all American, the same is true for the UK in most respects.
This book can be 'dipped into' very easily, and the easy-going conversational style make it a fun read - this is no heavy academic tome - but the information is all there; it is over 700 pages of useful stuff that even a lot of more experienced runners may not realise.
Another point which may seem rather weak to some - it's compact enough to take away; my copy has been to France, Spain, Greece - and yes, it has information on running while abroad or away from home. I still refer back to it regularly, and it has definately proved its worth
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book contains everything you will ever need to know about running. I started using the beginners training schedule (week one, run 1 minute, walk 1 minute), progressed to the improvers and by 12 months had completed my first marathon (4:31:18) in (relative!) comfort. Highly recommended.
26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Coach Glover's guide is funny, inspiring, informative and comprehensive. It covers everything from training for a marathon (he got me through it!) to buying a sports bra (an area where I have yet to put his advice to the test). I'm sure there are plenty of other books about running, but this is the only one I've ever needed or wanted. After the marathon I gave my battered old copy to a friend who was thinking of running a marathon too (and did). I keep buying Glover and passing him on to friends with marathon ambitions, which is why I've bought this book six times.
This is a very easy read, full of wit and wisdom, and you can dip in and out whenever you need a bit of inspiration or advice (and it makes for great loo reading). It is not specifically a marathon book, although you may well end up surprising yourself by doing the 26 miles. Glover is like a friend who will give you that extra bit of motivation to get your running shoes on but will also keep you level-headed and help you avoid overdoing it. He doesn't prescribe a single right way of doing things -- he lets you choose whether you're a weekend jogger or a marathon runner or a racer, and you can take or leave the rest of it. You should end up fitter and more aware of how your body works, and probably a keen runner. I'm not super sporty -- I'm slothful, always slightly overweight and have a bad back. But I love running. Glover is the coach for me!
This is a very easy read, full of wit and wisdom, and you can dip in and out whenever you need a bit of inspiration or advice (and it makes for great loo reading). It is not specifically a marathon book, although you may well end up surprising yourself by doing the 26 miles. Glover is like a friend who will give you that extra bit of motivation to get your running shoes on but will also keep you level-headed and help you avoid overdoing it. He doesn't prescribe a single right way of doing things -- he lets you choose whether you're a weekend jogger or a marathon runner or a racer, and you can take or leave the rest of it. You should end up fitter and more aware of how your body works, and probably a keen runner. I'm not super sporty -- I'm slothful, always slightly overweight and have a bad back. But I love running. Glover is the coach for me!
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Useful book
Apart from a few running magazines, this is the first book on running I have read. Being new to the sport, started from couch potato back in October and now running 3 miles plus, 3... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Vikki G
Covers Everything!
This book covers EVERYTHING you need to know about running - for both beginners and intermediates. Read about training methods and programmes, selecting trainers and clothing,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. Higgins
Excellent reference
This is an excellent book for anyone who runs, it has loads of handy tips and information for everything to do with running, I am finding it really useful.
Published 7 months ago by sallyannr
The Runners Handbook
This book does exactly as it says...from complete beginner to advanced. I really like the fact you can dip in and out as you choose.
Published 9 months ago by Gringa1
All good stuff
Two years ago at 40 yrs I decided to stop smoking, and be around for my children. I bought this book as running appeared to be cheap and the easiest to fit in around work and... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Biscuit
Too big
This book is certainly comprehensive being over 700 pages, but I can't say it was particularly helpful to me. Read more
Published on 8 May 2010 by Jack Hobartson
A good book
A good book for beginner. I'm not a beginner, I know a lot of things about, I found some new things very interesting and I'm still reading it. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2009 by A. Porcella
great
on the whole, I really like this book although I don't follow all the advice, just use it for guidance
Published on 28 Sep 2009 by L. Waldman
The Runners Handbook
'The Runners Handbook' is a comprehensive book covering nearly all aspects of running. It stretches to just over 700 pages, which is a lot of information about this sport. Read more
Published on 24 May 2008 by Spider Monkey
Run Baby Run
If you're training for your first marathon, a 5k 'Race for Life' or just trying to get fit then this book will help with your motivation. Read more
Published on 4 May 2008 by D. Davies
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