The Born Again Runner: A Guide to Overcoming Excuses, Injuries, and Other Obstacles_for New and Returning Runners
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| Rating | : | 4.59 (568 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1615193111 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-04-10 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Taking up running seemed impossible—but he willed himself to do it anyway. Magill went on to become one of the fastest masters runners ever, and a sought-after coach. Through inspiration, science, and anecdote, Magill gets runners out the door; through personal action plans, he sets them on the right path; and through the best exercises to protect and rehabilitate the body, he keeps them going—showing a way forward for new and sidelined runners who haven’t before realized how close they are to fun and pain-free running!. Over a glowing (albeit hard-won) career, he has heard every excuse people use to stop running or never start—from achy knees and sore ankles, to advanced age and arthritis, to too many cigarettes or years on the couch. In every case, Magill’s best advice is to do what he did: Run anyway—at a pace and mileage that work. From the lead author of Build Your Running Body (“the best running book ever”—Runner’s World founder Bob Anderson), a one-of-a-kind guide for everyone who wants to run but feels they can’t As a drug-addled young man, Pete Magill once found himself in the ER, with his body telling him to give up
This book is just loaded with information. If it doesn’t get you up and running, nothing will. “With practical advice and sound knowledge, Magill expertly and humorously inspires all fitness levels to step up their running game.”—Library Journal “This road map to enjoying a healthy life is highly recommended for anyone serious about beginning and sticking to a running program.”—Publishers Weekly “Myths are busted and excuses are deni
""You won't live to see your son graduate from high school."" according to Bassocantor. I have always enjoyed running. Especially during those intervals when I’m not injured.Pete Magill calls this book, THE BORN AGAIN RUNNER because that’s exactly what running did for him. The author was warned by an E.R. doctor that he would not be living too much longer—especially with his abusive lifestyle. The doctor predicted that "you won't live to see your son graduate from high school." That stern warning delivered in the emergency room did the trick. Pete Magill changed his life: "I conjured a practicing runner fr. RR said This book is fantastic. Pete Magill offers comprehensive advice for new and. This book is fantastic. Pete Magill offers comprehensive advice for new and returning runners, such as overcoming mental and physical obstacles, proper training, creating an action plan, nutrition, and injury prevention. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to get going as a runner!. "Five Stars" according to Eric W.. Great book for the returning runner. Perfect companion book to any training program.