On The Run: Exercise and Fitness for Busy People

by Grete Waitz, Gloria Averbuch

A world champion marathoner suggests a practical exercise program that combines motivational advice with sensible workouts, tips on eating right, advice on developing a running program, and counseling on how to make fitness part of family life. Reprint.

240 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1997

About the author

Was a Norwegian marathon runner and former world record holder. Waitz won nine New York City Marathons between 1978 and 1988, more than any other runner in history. She also won a silver medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles and a gold medal at the 1983 World Championships in Athletics in Helsinki.