Road Racing for Serious Runners: Multispeed Training- 5K to Marathon
by Peter Pfitzinger, Scott Douglas
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Book Reviews of Road Racing for Serious Runners: Multispeed Training- 5K to Marathon
Book Review: For the Long Run
Summary: 4 Stars
The title says it all, as co-authors Pete Pfitzinger and Scott Douglas amp things up to delve into the training and racing for those who are seeking to achieve big goals in the vast venues of road racing events; from the fast 5k to the grinding marathon.
The charts, analysis and text is geared to be guides over specific periods of time. The book - while a comparably "easy" read - is best used in conjunction with a training/racing schedule, hence it may find a cozy home next to a log and not gathering dust on a shelf.
Pfitzinger was one of the top road racers - and 1984 U.S. Olympic Trials marathon champion - in an incredible era for runners and events. The knowledge and tips he shares are for the long run.
Book Review: Serious, Smart Training
Summary: 5 Stars
Along with Jack Daniel's Running Formula, this book is the best of its kind. It shows you the right way to train and tells you how to do it. This book is great for a beginner as well as an advanced runner. the training programs are easy to understand and they work, whether you race a 5K or marathon. It explains the right pace to use for each workout, whether it be an easy day or speed session. If you want better race times, read this book and train the right way. Use this book as your running bible.Book Review: A must read for competative runners to beginners
Summary: 5 Stars
First it is a very easy book to sit down with a finish in a few hours. but you will have to go back and review the material over. Second as compared to Noakes Lore of Running, Pfitzinger uses term easy to understand and retain. Pfitzinger gives detailed yet easy to understand reasons behind the different types of training runs and how they can safely be intergrated into a successful training program. If you are a runners and either want to lose weight or get faster this book will help.Book Review: The thinking runner's resource
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent book. Pfitzinger not only tells you how to train, but explains why in clear, understandable language. His schedules are perfect for runners who need flexibility since he sets out what needs to be done each week & prioritizes them so you can fit them into YOUR work schedule, not the other way around. After using 2 cycles of the training program, I can attest that they bring results.
The best training resource I've read in 25 years of running! Bravo!
Book Review: As the title implies, serious runner running and training
Summary: 5 Stars
Most books about running, racing, and training try to cater to a broad spectrum of runners. From the person who runs two times a week at a 10 min. per mile pace, to the person who runs twice a day at a sub six minute pace. These books provide some good general information, but nothing specific to one group or another . As the title suggests, this book is specific to the serious runner. If you are serious about improving your running and racing times, this book can help.