Bill Rodgers' Lifetime Running Plan: Definitive Programs for Runners of All Ages and Levels

by Bill Rodgers

There are some who say the popularity of running in America took off after Bill Rodgers won his first New York Marathon in 1976. Certainly his record is unparalleled. Rodgers is the only runner to win the New York and Boston marathons four times each and the only runner to win all three of the world's major marathons within a twelve month period. More than twenty years later, as he nears the age of fifty, "Boston Billy" remains one of the brightest stars among America's world-class long-distance runners. He is the holder of 16 master records (for runners over the age of 40) while 18 records he set in his prime years remain unbroken The sport of running is a lifetime pursuit. There are an estimated 22 million active runners in the U.S. -and half are over the age of 35. In Bill Rodgers Lifetime Running Plan , Rodgers lays out a program that the reader can "buy into" at any age, whether the reader is 16 or 65. This book suggest regimens and strategies specifically tailored for the different age groups. The text covers the full spectrum of issues for runners - from getting started to countering the effects of aging. Diet, clothing, and shoes, racing strategies, injury treatment, and how to fit running into a busy schedule are a few of the many topics covered in Bill Rodgers Lifetime Running Plan . Features include a special section of tips and advice for women from Frank Shorter, resources for runners, performance tables, and inspirational profiles of runners of all ages and levels.

Genres: Nonfiction

272 pages, Hardcover

First published October 9, 1996

About the author

William "Bill" Henry Rodgers is an American runner and former American record holder in the marathon who is best known for his victories in the Boston Marathon and the New York City Marathon in the late 1970s. His victories made him a hero and secondary fuel for the running boom of the 1970s.

Reviews

[Libby · Rating 4 out of 5]

The clothes and hairstyles in the pictures have gotten pretty dated, but the advice is evergreen. Great next step after a Couch to 5K.

[m_forooz · Rating 3 out of 5]

good general running advice for running into later years in life... consistency and keeping slow (pace) seem to be the main focus.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful, motivational book about lifetime fitness and running. I like Bill Roger's approach to running - do what's right for you in order to be able to run for the rest of your life.

[Elvin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I do want to be at a high level of fitness as long as I can and Bill Rodgers' steady improvement and injury prevention makes lots of sense.

[Dregina · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great book to keep coming back to. Incredibly motivating.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good thoughts on running and aging. Author came across as a braggart.