«running book»
This book is good for people who have a passion for running and want to know the ins and outs of the sport. The book is in very good condition and I received it quickly.
[Friday, November 20, 2009]
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«For enthusiasts only»
After reading the 900-page Lore of Running, there is probably no need to read any other how-to books on running because you will have heard it before. Like a steep uphill at the beginning of your run, Noakes starts off with how muscles work, oxygen transport, energy systems. The chapters are lengthy with many charts and graphs. The prose is like a medical textbook.
I might have organized the book differently. Chapters on staying injury free and running & your health are near the end of the book. I would have put that near the beginning. But one does not have to read the book in sequence.
This is not a good introductory book to running, but as was mentioned by other reviewers, a great reference or read for coaches or anyone else with a more in-depth interest.
Like the late great Ed McMahon would say, "EVERYTHING you ever wanted to know about running is in this book".
[Tuesday, August 25, 2009]
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«Great book»
I haven't gotten much chance to read it yet, but it's a great book, especially as a reference.
[Tuesday, May 12, 2009]
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