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The Competitive Runner's Handbook: The Bestselling Guide to Running 5Ks through Marathons Revised Edition
Contributor(s): Glover, Bob (Author), Glover, Shelly-Lynn Florence (Author)

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 ISBN: 0140469907     ISBN-13: 9780140469905
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
OUR PRICE: $28.50  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: April 1999
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Annotation: For both runners entering that first neighborhood race and elite marathoners, this completely revised guide is one that racers have been counting on for 16 years.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | Running & Jogging
- Sports & Recreation | Track & Field
- Sports & Recreation | Training
Dewey: 796.424
LCCN: 98033345
Age Level: 18-UP
Grade Level: 13-UP
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 5.06" W x 7.9" L (1.00 lbs) 688 pages
Features: Index, Price on Product
Review Citations: Library Journal 05/15/1999 pg. 132
 
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Publisher Description:
For both runners entering that first neighborhood race and elite marathoners, trainers Bob and Shelly-lynn Florence Glover's completely revised guide is the book on training to compete.

A book that's already sold close to 200,000 copies, The Competitive Runner's Handbook will now offer all the latest information needed to design basic training programs; special workouts to increase strength, endurance, and power; schedules and worksheets to develop individual goals; and specifics on preparing for all kinds of races--with an emphasis on the 10K and the marathon.

Informed by their over thirty years of coaching experience, the Glovers give winning tips on alternative training, footwear and diet, and common injuries and illnesses, as well as sensible advice on balancing running with work and home life.
 
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