Lore of Running, 4th Edition
About this product
Lore of Running gives you incomparable detail on physiology, training, racing, injuries, world-class athletes, and races. Author Tim Noakes blends the expertise of a physician and research scientist with the passion of a dedicated runner to answer the most pressing questions for those who are serious about the sport:
-How your body systems respond to training, the effects of different training methods, how to detect and avoid overtraining, and genetic versus trainable potential -How to train for the 10K up through ultramarathon with detailed programs from Noakes and several leading running experts -How to prevent and treat injuries, increase your strength and flexibility, and use proper nutrition for weight control and maximum performance You'll also find a candid analysis of supplements and ergogenic effects and training aids. The book includes new interviews with 10 world-class runners who share their secrets to success and longevity in the sport. Features on legendary figures and events in running history provide fascinating insights. And that's just scratching the surface. Lore of Running is not only the biggest and best running publication on the planet. It's the one book every runner should own. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon-style reader feedback and Goodreads reviews describe Lore of Running, 4th Edition as a dense but highly respected reference book for serious runners. Reviewers repeatedly call it a “bible” or “basic running reference,” praising its depth on training, physiology, injuries, history, and endurance science.
Readers on Goodreads say the 4th edition expanded and refined earlier versions, with one note that it toned down some of the more controversial diet criticism. Several comments also describe it as “thorough,” “excellent,” and “more complete than other running books,” while acknowledging that it is a very large, textbook-like volume.
Forum discussions on LetsRun echo that view, saying the 4th edition is a substantial update with major changes across chapters and particularly strong coverage of long-distance training, history, and injury treatment. A Reddit thread about the book also leans positive, with users calling it good and useful even if some sections feel dated.
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Specifications
| Topic | Running |
Product Details
| Publisher | Human Kinetics |
| Publication date | December 3, 2002 |
| Edition | Fourth |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 944 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0873229592 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0873229593 |
| Item Weight | 3.55 pounds |
| Dimensions | 7.04 x 1.92 x 10 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #147,689 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #49 in Track & Field Sports #196 in Running & Jogging (Books) #262 in Sports Training (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (429) |
