5 books about running for beginners and professionals. They will inspire new achievements

Some people get up at five in the morning every day to run “ten” alone and gather their thoughts, some people systematically prepare for marathons with a coach and prefer team races, and some people only plan to start on Monday, but never get ready to go out for their first run.

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The authors will share their experience, give useful advice on training and simply inspire to sport.

In our today’s selection, prepared in cooperation with the largest book service LitRes, manuals from professional coaches, athletes and just fans of running.

“What I talk about when I talk about running.”

Haruki Murakami

The novels of the famous Japanese writer Haruki Murakami balance on the edge of reality and fiction, and the atmosphere of emptiness and loneliness that permeates his stories is mesmerizing. Did you know that the famous Japanese author is a big fan of running? “The most important thing is not speed or distance. The most important thing is constancy: running every day, without breaks and weekends,” he admits.

Murakami took part in almost all of the world’s famous marathons and for several years ran 10 kilometers every day. In his essay, he reflects on his attitude to running, traces its relationship to his writing and shares insights from his runs.

This is a true declaration of love for the sport from a man who is not a professional athlete, but also does not imagine his life without daily runs. We are sure that after reading this book you will discover Murakami from a new side, and you will find additional motivation for running.

“Eat Right, Run Fast.”

Scott Jurek, Steve Friedman

American ultramarathoner and motivational speaker Scott Jurek is one of the world’s most decorated ultra-marathoners. He has victories in Hardrock 100, Badwater, Spartathlon and Western States starts to his credit. And at the 24 Hour World Championships in France, he ran 266 kilometers in 24 hours, setting an American record. That said, he has a bachelor’s degree in health sciences and a master’s degree in physical therapy.

So if you want to discover the secret to ultra-long distance running, there’s no better teacher. In this book, Jurek shares his perception of the world and how he came to this difficult sport. Also here you will find the author’s tips on running technique, flyhacks on training organization and nutrition systems. An incredible, powerful book about the path to yourself.

“From 800 meters to the marathon.”

Jack Daniels

Jack Daniels is considered the best coach in the world by Runner’s World, an American magazine for runners. For more than 50 years he has been preparing the world’s most outstanding athletes for competitions. In addition, he is engaged in research in the field of running and the functioning of the human body. The material of the book “From 800 meters to marathon” was prepared based on the results of his research and many years of practice.

According to Daniels, human achievements in running are based on innate abilities, capabilities, internal motivation and guidance. And the main indicator of quality training is getting the most out of the least amount of exertion.

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The author gives useful advice, as well as shares proven training programs for races from 800 meters to 42 kilometers for all athletes – from beginners to professionals. The book will be useful for runners and coaches alike.

“Why do we run? Theory, motivation, training.”

Ronald Reng

“I literally feel like I’m flying down the track. My whole body is overflowing with energy and lightness. I put my foot on the ground with my toe, not my heel. This makes every step springy and kind of lengthens the flight phase,” says German sports journalist and author Ronald Reng. He started running at the age of 13 and was a middle-distance runner for a long time, but then gave it up.

It took a long time before Ronald wanted to remember the feelings he felt while jogging. He met a lot of people involved in running, trying to understand why they do it. The author has collected these funny, poignant and inspiring stories under one cover. As well as sharing his own story of his relationship with running, speaking honestly about the challenges, fears, injuries and enjoyment the sport gives him. A fascinating, uplifting book.

“Running with Lydiard. Accessible techniques for recreational running from the great coach of the twentieth century”

Garth Gilmore, Arthur Lydyard

Why run? How to do it right? And is running even good for your health? These and many other questions about running are answered by sports journalist Garth Gilmore and New Zealand runner and renowned track and field coach Arthur Lydyard. The authors talk about the benefits of jogging, its research findings and the history of the sport’s origins. The book will explain why jogging is so popular today and will inspire you to go for a run.

By the way, it was Lydyard who was one of the first popularizers of running in the world. In 1961, several people went jogging with him for the first time, and after that the passion for running quickly spread around the world. The famous New Zealander also consulted physiologists, sports physicians and coaches all over the world, so his author’s system is used in many countries.

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