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Summary: To take you to the next level
Review: THis book is designed for SERIOUS athletes who want to get the most from their training without wasting time.
SERIOUS is an acronym for Speed, Endurance, Racing, Intervals, Overdistance, Uphill, and Strength. Each componemt is examined and explained. When combined they produce a well-rounded training program, focusing on time.
By using time, a person won't spend 1 hour training when 30 minutes will do. By using different components, a person receives a better overall fitness program while preventing burnout and lessening the chance for injury.
It sems strange to train for 15 minutes then stop but the intensity is greater so it balances out. I enjoy the long slow runs and rides. The time is great for clearing my mind and enjoying the scenery.
Setting up the initial program takes some time and tinkering, but well worth it for everyone who does multi-sport activities.
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Summary: This book is a must have!
Review: This book provides great knowledge in a highly readable format. Rob does a great job providing a structured solution that can be applied to any training regimen. For amateurs and professionals, beginner or seasoned veteren, this book is a must have for anyone interested in endurance training.
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Summary: Good book
Review: This is a good book for people who have never done a sport at a high level, because it will show you how to do a good training and give you ideas for exercises, it is also for people who plan to do some sport for a special event (for example, training for a 1 week and more mountain hike)I would not really recommend this book to people who already do high level taining and who allready are in a training program, because they probably allready know most of the exercises and ideas of this book (or at least something equivalent)
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Summary: the very best systems book
Review: This is a very good systems design book that details how to develop a "best available strategy*" training program to accomplish a goal you set -- e.g., run a 50 Minute 10K race in late August. I know of no other book so good at letting you set a goal and then derive a fully structured training program for meeting that goal. * based on current optimization theories regarding load (HR), workout duriation, periodization ...
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