Beginner's Guide to Long Distance Running

by Sean Fishpool

This guide helps runners at all levels, from absolute beginners to those training for marathon racing. The training plan is divided to match each runner's grade of fitness. Readers assess themselves by answering fitness questionnaires that guide them to the appropriate level of training. At the end of each training grade, another self-assessment questionnaire helps runners decide whether to move to a higher level or remain where they are. A ten-week program begins with alternating two-minute runs and walks, and gradually progresses to sustained runs of 30 minutes. Runners are advised to "listen to their bodies" and remain at a specific week's level until they feel comfortable about progressing to the next one. General topics include getting started, obtaining the right shoes and accessories, adhering to a runner's diet, developing self-motivation, and following a structured and progressive training program. A final section is focused to advise runners training for a marathon. More than 150 color photos and illustrations plus sidebar tips and quick-reference charts.

Genres: Nonfiction, Fitness

96 pages, Paperback

First published March 30, 2002

Reviews

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

A graet bininner book. I took in the information and I sucked it up despite have some experience with running. This is just one of many that I am reading to prevent injury and train my body. This book does a good doing that because it is easier to understand since everything is to the point. A must for beginners guide to run but also to experience runners who might just need to catch up on the basics.

[John Dinh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great beginner book. Short. To the point. Clear schedules and plans to build up to 5k, marathon or ultra. Stretches. Meal planning. Not a complete guide. Reads like a magazine article.

[Clayton · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok. Some useful information.

[Jacob Cruzan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was awesome. Good advice and running regimens for all levels. I would reccomend it. I might even buy a copy.

[Japi · Rating 4 out of 5]

great book! easy to understand, highly recommended. yung lang nasabi ko ahehehe

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great resource for any non-runner looking for a way to ease into the sport/hobby. I used this book as a guide to go from being able to run 0 miles to finishing the Chicago Marathon in 6 months.