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by Joe Henderson DescriptionThere are a lot of marathon training books on the market, but Henderson proves that after all this time there's still a new approach to the subject. As a 15-week training plan, Henderson's program is unique in that it doesn't try to mandate exact daily training. Instead, for each week, he lays out the key workouts for the week, in categories like "big day," "fast day," "other training days," "rest days," etc., and leaves it to you to fit it all together. The program laid out by Henderson has three levels: "Cruisers," who "aim primarily to finish"; "Pacers," who "aim for time goals," such as setting P.R.'s, and "Racers" who "compete with other marathoners," so the book really is suitable for anyone.Marathon Training is also unique in its design as a book. After you read the page which describes your training for the upcoming week, you read just one page a day. Each day has a long "thought for the day," which might be something about training, or it might be a vignette from running history intended to make you appreciate what you're doing just a little bit more. Then there's a shorter "tip for the day" which is just what it sounds like, a little bit of wisdom designed to improve your running. Finally, on the facing page, is a "logbook" where you can record a myriad of details about your training. Personally, we think you'll be better off logging your training with The Athlete's Diary software, but we admit to being biased. Whether you use the written log or not, following Henderson's advice for 100 days is definitely an enjoyable way to train for a marathon. About the AuthorJoe Henderson has been writing about running for more than 30 years. The West Coast editor and featured columnist for Runner's World, he's also the author of more than a dozen books on running.Book Details
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ReviewsDon Kardong, senior writer for Runner's World, President of the Road Runners Club of America, 4th place 1976 Olympic marathon:"Like a great coach, Henderson helps aspiring marathoners plan their workouts and then shows up each day to monitor their progress and encourage their efforts. This book will be enjoyable and effective for anyone interested in running a successful marathon." Fiona Bayly, organizer of the NYC Marathon: "As marathon training programs go, this one is extraordinary. Henderson has designed a training guide for the regular guy or gal. His combination of objectives, technical tips, and more subjective daily thoughts create inspiring lessons in the art of completing a marathon." Use the Back button on your browser to return to where you were, or select one of the following choices: |
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