First off, I have to give your book reviewer guy Jonthan kudos for doing your book reviews.. Thus far, he's done a good job on this book and Nick Symmonds's book. With that said, I've read and bought all of Matt Fitzgerald's books. Have I read or agreed with all of them? No, I only read certain parts or all of them if I am really interested (sorry, life is too busy but if the book grabs me then I will find time to read it all)-- that goes with any book I buy. Anyhow, Rojo-- I thought you said you didn't have anything to do with the last part of the foreword, or at least that's what I read a couple days ago on this thread. If you actually did, it did seem silly coming from you. Sounded too fake.
I also agree with the poster who said Fitzgerald is a good writer and knows how to sell a book. Why not and wouldn't you if you had that talent?
The poster who wrote about the possible "doping" situation and how he couldn't agree or follow their regime, I can understand and probably agree. I would never emulate an elite who is faster and beyond my reach, but I can learn about some aspects of their mindset and training.
Finally, I agree with Shawn H. I think this book is for older runners and also believe 80/20 is not a new concept like others have stated. Fitzgerald did recognize Dr. Seiler in the book and I appreciate the poster who gave the link to his seminar which was great. Thanks.
Overall, I like reading books that were written by authors I am familiar with, but if this is not the case then books that still caught my interest will only enhance my knowledge. If nothing else, at least I feel like I am supporting the running community. Just my humble rambling..:)