by Jeff Galloway
Practical and plain-spoken, this running guide hands beginners clear pacing rules, gradual mileage programs, and a strong emphasis on rest and recovery. The writing reads like a coach talking through a training plan, with lots of templates and real-world examples you can apply quickly. Where it frustrates is in repeating the same coaching points and relying on anecdotes rather than technical deep-dives into biomechanics. Experienced runners may find some sections redundant. Best used as a how-to guide you consult alongside your weekly schedule.
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Olympic athlete Jeff Galloway shows how amateur runners can use the same training principles followed by worldclass runners. He tells beginners how to get started, explains his ideas on stress and rest, and reveals secrets for running better. In this completely revised and updated new edition of the classic text on running, Galloway includes train...
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