I saw this book on amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/073605362X/ref=ord_cart_shr/104-0565338-2060760?%5Fencoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance&n=283155) and was wondering if anyone had any opinions about it. I would also like to know, if possible, how it compares to the second edition of Daniels Running Formula. I am looking for a training guide to help me improve my running form and speed (I have been running for 7 years. I run marathons and just completed my first 50k).
Daniels Running Formula...hmmmm..
I am presently reading "Run Strong" & am VERY impressed...
I have a great 'running literature' collection-stuff from the 70's on & U can't buy what I have [lots of originals from Lydiard, Cerutty,Bowerman,Zatopek,Snell,Pre's mom, Coe, Wilson,& Dave Rinker (Bye the way, JMU coach--best out there-U want to be GREAT---seek him out, or read his stuff)]anyway, "Run Strong" is good & will "EARN" a spot on the shelf in my house...in between my Rob De (DEEK) Castella autobiography & my "Unforgiving Minute"...it's that good.
John Erickson
I like the book. There are chapters by all kinds of authors on all sorts of training topics. You can't go wrong buying it- I am sure there will be something in there that's valuable to you. The chapters on form and speed are both well written and informative since you're looking for information in those areas.
Also, just buy Daniels 2nd Ed. while you're at it. Everyone should own it.