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Galloway's Book on Running [Paperback]

Jeff Galloway
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February 9, 2002
Olympic athlete Jeff Galloway shows how amateur runners can use the same training principles followed by world-class runners. He tells beginners how to get started, explains his ideas on stress and rest, and reveals secrets for running better. In this completely revised and updated new edition of the classic text on running, Galloway includes training schedules for 5k, 10k, and the increasingly popular half-marathon races, as well as recent insights into motivation, nutrition, and fat burning. Runners at all levels will benefit from this seasoned athlete’s wisdom.

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Certainly Jeff Galloway has both the knowledge and the physical ability to speak from experience. His book is an outstanding contribution to competitive running. -- Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D.

Jeff Galloway is one of those rare individuals who not only knows his craft, but also has the ability to convey this knowledge through teaching. -- Frank Shorter

Jeff Galloway is perhaps the one individual in the American running community who can combine a superior knowledge of our sport with the highest level of achievement - making the Olympic team. -- Bill Rodgers --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

1972 Olympian; Runner's World monthly columnist; best-selling running author; creator/coordinator of Jeff Galloway's Training Program in the U.S. and Canada --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 298 pages
  • Publisher: Shelter Publications; 2nd edition (February 9, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0936070277
  • ISBN-13: 978-0936070278
  • Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.8 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,463 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Jeff Galloway (born July 12, 1945 in Raleigh, North Carolina) is a former American Olympian. A lifetime runner, Galloway was an All-American collegiate athlete and a member of the 1972 US Olympic Team in the 10,000 meters. He remains a competitive athlete, continuing through a successful masters running career. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Galloway Productions, which conducts a broad range of training programs and events yearly; he also owns two running specialty stores.

Jeff was an average teenage runner who kept learning and working harder, until he became an Olympian. He is the author of the best-selling running book in North America ("Galloway's Book on Running") and is a Runners World columnist, as well as an inspirational speaker for more than 200 running and fitness sessions each year. He has worked with over 200,000 average people in training for specific goals and Galloway's quest for an injury-free marathon training program led him to develop group training programs in 1978. Galloway is the designer of the walk-run, low mileage marathon training program (Galloway RUN-WALK method) with an over 98% success rate.

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82 of 82 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Required Reading for Runners April 13, 2001
Format:Paperback
I wish I'd read this book BEFORE my knee injury. Galloway writes as an experienced runner and coach. He provides training programs for most levels of fitness and experience. If you want to run, or continue running without injury, take the time to read this book.

The first section of the book, "Starting," provides a brief history of running, then moves into five stages of running development (Beginner, Jogger, Competitor, Athlete, Runner).

The second section, "Training," considers the physiology of running, planning a training program (including "running slow in order to run fast"), and keeping a log. This section concludes with an discussion about the need for rest and training programs.

The third section, "Racing," talks about how to run faster, how to adjust your pace on the race day, how to handle different lengths of races (these include specific training programs), and how to prepare for a marathon. A final chapter considers issues for the advanced competititve runner.

Section four, "Tuning," presents augmentations to a strong running program, including form, stretching & strengthening, running drills, will power, and a chapter on women' running, written by the author's wife.

The book continues with shorter sections, on injuries, nutrition and diet, shoes, and age issues. An appendix contains references, a reading list, and race pace charts. The book has an adequate index.

If you read Runner's World for a few years, you'll encounter much of this information. But it's more handy in one place. Don't pass on this book, your knees will never forgive you....

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Positive and Powerful, Go Farther with a Wise Teacher December 18, 2003
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This book is perfect for those who have just discovered running and would like a primer on how and how not to train.

It's main stregnth is its well-rounded nature, containing everything from historical anecdotes to nutrition and tips for older runners.

Galloway's voice is humane and humble. At least in this book, he practices what he preaches: an oversized ego is an obstacle and running is done for the joy it brings.

After reading sections of this book, I did some late-night running at the campus track and I could see where a lot of runners were going wrong. They were trying so hard to run that after a few minutes they were exhausted.

Galloway's book is more well suited to people who want to take the long and slow road, built on slow and long runs, to greater speed and eventual marathon competition.

It might also be a bizarre, yet inspired, gift to your favorite couch potato (Just make sure he or she's not the type to get pissed at such a suggestive gift).

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Very useful, but not always well-organized. November 2, 1999
Format:Paperback
I have been running for several months before buying this book. I have learnt a lot from it and recommend it to both amateur and serious runners. However, you must read it all before starting to run. At the point, it will probably necessary to re-read it because there is very much information. The section on injuries, shoes, and nutrition are very well done, too bad they are at the end. The section on racing, although apparently intended for very experienced runners, contains information that is useful for intermediate level (such as preparing for a 10K). If you are not accustomed to American measures, have a conversion table by your side while you read!
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30 of 35 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed December 27, 2002
Format:Paperback
A great book with one exception. I purchased the First edition of this book and used it as a guideline for my 1st marathon. In preparation for a 2nd marathon, now several years later, I purchased the second edition as I lost the first book. I was disappointed to discover that this edition does not include a marathon Training Program.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for those who get overwhelmed by exercise January 17, 2006
Format:Paperback
I was never a runner, I'm in my mid-30's, mom of kids, and I realized that I needed to get in shape, like zillions of other moms out there. My friend does 5k's every chance she gets, and I just got overwhelmed by her athleticism and what she could do, because I *knew* I couldn't do it.

But then, my neighbor who lost 100 lbs, in 1 year, from training for the marathon by using this book, gave us this book. I was so surprised at how Galloway tells you how to pace yourself! He gives this schedule that allows you to see your improvements but not feel like you must exercise EVERY DAY to achieve it. I learned so much about running, and ran my first 5k last fall!! I still don't like running, but I *love* what it does for me - I'm in great shape, stronger, and I have tons more energy to deal with my kids!
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Confidence Builder August 5, 2005
By Dick
Format:Paperback
I had been running for a couple of years, Doing 5k and twice a 10k. I had made great progress dropping from 185 pounds to 155 pounds. However my progress had stopped, I could not break the 29 min barrier on 5k or the 60 min barrier at 10k. Not until I read Galloway's book, yes all of it, did I understand enough about how running works to make some goals. It is funny while informative, Answers the questions you want asked, differentiate what is his opinion and what he believes is fact. I am now on the verge of a Half marathon and have little doubt i will make my goal of 2hr 20min. Not bad for a 55 year old. I reccomend it highly.

And oh yes, I have done a sub 27 min 5k
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Jeff Galloway allows us all to run a marathon June 14, 2009
Format:Paperback
I love this book. Jeff Galloway provides a program in which anyone can run. By incorporating "walk/shuffle" breaks you increase your endurance with minimal injury. Similar to "The Penguin"'s program but allows you to increase both speed and endurance to your maximum potential. I am running a half marathon on June 20, 2009 in Alaska for Team in Training and I have been utilizing Jeff's program. I average a pace of anywhere from 11.5 to 12.5min/mile. That may seem turtle slow for seasoned runners but for a 53 year old woman who never ran until a year ago it is amazing; without Jeff's program I don't think I could have done it.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Well Written
I really enjoyed the author's discussions about the different types of runners. I would definitely recommend the book to those who are new to running and would like some... Read more
Published 3 days ago by Kimberly Louise Salt
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource!
I became an avid runner in my early 30's and have found this book to be an excellent source to help me run more smoothly and the make the most of my abilities.
Published 22 days ago by Brandy
5.0 out of 5 stars A standard in the world of running
I purchased this book for my son-in-law as he wanted some guidance in his half-marathon training. Galloway's training schedules are clear, precise and very doable for most... Read more
Published 29 days ago by Jeff L Wisehart
5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE this book...
The book is by far one of the best running books. I enjoyed the chapter on mental rehearsing. Great book for runners struggling with the mental part of running.
Published 1 month ago by Nakia, I'M HOOKED
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any running enthusiast!!
Jeff Galloway is truly the "go-to" man on running. This book is the best resource out there for the beginning runner, or any runner looking to improve on their basics. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dede
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Very good book! Full of good tips how to improve your running! Indicated to beginners and advanced runners! Keep running and go far!
Published 2 months ago by Tiago
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it.
Great running training and is amusing to read as the author presents things in a realistic way and with humor.
Published 4 months ago by Rich
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Book, But it Gets Technical
I really like this book because it gives me the whole scoop but is well organized in such a way I can go back later for the specific topics I'm interested in. Read more
Published 4 months ago by S. Kilpatrick
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on running for all runners
Great advice on all aspects of running. We now have several of his books. Easy to read and also select by chapter what you need help with.
Published 5 months ago by Jeanne
5.0 out of 5 stars This guy is great!
I buy this book for other runners, or people thinking of getting into running. I have been a runner for 30 years. I wish I had read this when I was in High School. Read more
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