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Summary: Best book I ever bought
Review: This book has changed my life! I've been pretty athletic and active my whole life, but still 5-10 lbs overweight. I've always hated running so when my friend suggested we try this, I was EXTREMELY skeptical. But this program was easy, and it didn't ever feel like I was pushing myself too hard. I highly recommend doing this with a friend or loved one--it's good for those days you could just skip a workout, helps you to motivate each other. I've lost 15 pounds and am going to be running a half marathon in 10 days! This book has converted me to running!!!
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Summary: Fantastic book for beginners
Review: This book is full of useful advices and directions to get started on a running program and is especially helpful for a beginner. The authors are experts in the fields and they present their knowledge nicely. I am short statured and fat (200lbs). Before I read this book, I tried a number of times but could not get into running. But by using the advices and the running program provided in this book, I can now run better and longer. I am now in the 9th week of the running program. If you are looking forward to get started in running, this book is definitely for you.
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Summary: wonderful start-up plans!
Review: This book is wonderful for the beginning runner or walker. It lays out specific 13-week training schedules and gives you lots of advice. It also includes little stories about all of the topics on almost every page, to give a personal side to the issues.
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Summary: Spread the Word
Review: This book richly deserves more widespread attention. It covers all the bases for the true beginner at running, outlines a sound and satisfying training program, offers encouragement and counsel for the reticent - in short, I cannot imagine myself running today without having used this book. This was not the only book I bought when I decided to start running. I also purchased one or another written by more "famous" runners. These have been donated or lost or taken for resale. My copy of The Beginning Runner's Handbook, however, is well-worn, marked-up and kept close tabs on (when lending it to others). If you want to move from being a non- or anti-runner to a proud member of the pack, this is the book for you.
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Summary: Spread the Word
Review: This book richly deserves more widespread attention. It covers all the bases for the true beginner at running, outlines a sound and satisfying training program, offers encouragement and counsel for the reticent - in short, I cannot imagine myself running today without having used this book. This was not the only book I bought when I decided to start running. I also purchased one or another written by more "famous" runners. These have been donated or lost or taken for resale. My copy of The Beginning Runner's Handbook, however, is well-worn, marked-up and kept close tabs on (when lending it to others). If you want to move from being a non- or anti-runner to a proud member of the pack, this is the book for you.
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Summary: turn you from couch potato to runner!
Review: This book takes you from couch potato to runner in 13 weeks! This is the best program! I was a runner in High school but quit after breaking my back in a sleding accident followed by a neck injury in a car accident. Now 12+ years later and 70 lbs over weight...I just had to do something...with the blessings of my doctor( who said this kind of program is excellent) I gave it a shot!I'll admit the first day I had a hard time running 30 seconds, now I've lost some weight, I'm feeling healthy, have more energy and now that I've finished the 13 week program I am preparing for my first marathon(using The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer). Following the moto: It's never too late to be what you might have been!
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Summary: An excellent beginners guide!
Review: This is a great book, and it is really written for the beginner. Although, someone who was running, but unsure how to run farther would benefit from reading this book. I have thumbed through several other books, but most have assumed that you could already run a 10 min. mile. This book is truly for the beginner!! It answers all of your questions from motivation to nutrition, plus a 13 week program to get you running a 10k. I also want to mention that this book is easy and fun to read and VERY up-to-date. 1999 copyright. A must buy for anyone who wants to start/or improve their running!
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Summary: The Beginning Runner's Handbook
Review: Well what can you say to a 53 year old guy who weighs 235 and who HATES running, till now. I started 3 weeks ago and I am STILL at it. This a great book. I shows you how to start, how to stretch and to do all of this running injury free. The very best part about this method is that you start out slow and not to try to run to far or run to fast. This is a great way to leaern
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Summary: An excellent guide for the new runner
Review: When a friend persuaded me to try a sprint-distance triathlon, I knew I could complete the swimming and cycling legs. However, I doubted my ability to complete the 5k run, as I have NEVER been able to run for more than a few minutes -- not when I was 15, and not now when I'm 35. The Beginning Runner's Handbook appears to be changing that. I'm now in the fifth week of the program, and I'm finding that it's working. This week, I'll be running 13 three-minutes segments, for a total of 39 minutes running. This is a major accomplishment for me. The book begins with a concise overview of running, including its appeal, the importance of gradual training, and some common-sense tips. The discussion is helpful since the authors have really worked to refine their program and, overall, they have a very positive, encouraging approach. The real value of the book, though, is the program itself. It begins with very short running segments and gently builds up to longer runs. Each increase is just enough to challenge you, and then subsequent runs ensure that your body has time to adjust to the new routine. All in all, this book has been the perfect tool for getting me going and feeling good about my progress. I am sure it would be helpful to anyone for whom running just doesn't come easily.
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Summary: An outstanding book!
Review: You can do it!! Before I found this book I couldn't run to save my life. I knew that there had to be some sort of program that could take you from point A (not being able to run over 5 minutes) to point B (running 6 miles and not be worn out!) This book has changed my life, literally! I now love to run and I couldn't have done without this book's guidance!
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