Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for Any Distance (Runner's World Complete Books) [Paperback]

Dagny Scott Barrios (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 30, 2007 | Series: Runner's World Complete Books

Now with a fresh design and thoroughly updated information, this nuts-and-bolts guide is designed specifically to address the unique challenges and rewards the sport presents to the fastest growing segment of the market--women runners

     More than 10 million women across the country now identify themselves as regular runners. In response to the dramatic increase in the number of women in the sport, Dagny Scott Barrios and the experts at Runner's World have created this singular guide--now updated with 25 percent new material--where women will discover how to:

     • train for any race, from a 5K to a marathon
     • eat nutritiously and for maximum energy
     • lose weight permanently
     • deal with self-consciousness and body image
     • run during pregnancy and through menopause
     • choose the best clothes and accessories
     • run anywhere safely
     • prevent and treat injuries, especially those that women are most likely to encounter

     With clear photographs, running sidebars, and testimonials from women runners of all ages and abilities, this comprehensive resource provides the most current practical advice available anywhere for women runners of all levels.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Don't confuse this book with The Complete Book of Running for Women (1999) by former Runner's World managing editor Claire Kowalchik. Now Runner's World has produced its own very comparable guide, written by Scott, running expert and editor in chief of Women Outside magazine. Kowalchik's book has more helpful charts, such as a body-mass index, and a more thorough nutrition section; but both share very similar content, covering the basic nuts and bolts, such as training, racing, proper nutrition, pregnancy, weight loss, and safety. The layout of this title is easier to read, and the use of photos to demonstrate stretching techniques and exercise drills sets it apart. Topical sidebars include "Smart Tips": for instance, after a marathon, drink fluids, get into warm clothes, ease sore muscles with cold water, and don't run for a few weeks. Loyal Runner's World readers will turn to this source for practical, expert advice for women runners at all levels. Brenda Barrera
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for Any Distance

"Listen to those millions of women runners. Listen to their quiet breaths as they talk in predawn pairs, before the rest of the family wakes --the lessons and questions they share to the rhythm of steady footsteps.

'I never thought I could . . . ' 'I feel so much stronger . . . '

'I'm ready to take on a new challenge . . . '

Women develop a special sorority on the roads. This bond is an understanding based on acceptance, an appreciation of how far they have come, a knowing wink that says how much is yet to be gained. And so they talk and share and grow and run. Singly and in groups, swiftly and slowly, they run." --Dagny Scott

Choose the best clothes and accessories Lose weight permanently Train for any race, from a 5-K to a marathon Run through menopause Deal with self-consciousness and body image BE SAFE WHEREVER YOU RUN Prevent and treat injuries Run during pregnancy Eat for maximum energy --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books; First Edition edition (October 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1594867585
• ISBN-13: 978-1594867583
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (62 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #8 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Running & Jogging
  • #15 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Individual Sports

More About the Author

Dagny Scott Barrios is a writer, editor and public speaker specialising in running and women's sports. She is the author of two other Rodale running books. The UK edition of this book has been edited and adapted by Alison Hamlett, Senior Editor at Runner's World magazine in the UK.

Customer Reviews

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103 of 110 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good book for beginning runners, but a bit basic for intermediate runners, April 8, 2008

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wagamama206 (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for Any Distance (Runner's World Complete Books) (Paperback)

I am by no means an advanced runner. I run a couple half marathons a year and I average a 9 min/mile pace. This book would have been great years ago when I first started running and training for 5K races. It covers the basics and has some nice pieces on clothing, gear and injuries. I found this book to be comprehensive, but lacking on depth on certain topics, expecially injuries. I think this is a great book for those who are just starting to run or considering their first 5K, 10K and half marathon. However, for those of us who already have miles under our belt and the blisters to prove it, this book may not provide any additional insight that we don't already know.

150 of 172 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Motivational !, May 16, 2000

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Brandi Krug (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for (Runner's World Complete Books) (Hardcover)

I saw an add in Runners World for this book and sent away for it the same day! I had been searching for a motivational women's running book and had no luck finding one, until now! The advice and information provided pertains to both beginners and elite runners, and in my case someone who would like to get in better shape and become a faster runner. It helped to be reminded of just how beneficial running can be both physically as well as mentally. Just to name a few aspects of this book I enjoyed: it provided good advice on how to run and train smart, running programs I can follow without getting discouraged, who (if anyone) to train with, how to set and achieve goals, how to stay motivated and basically how to enjoy one of the easiest, cheapest and rewarding women's sports out there! Another one of my favorite aspects thoughout the book were the personal tips and stories the author provided, I can completely relate to some of her experiences and thoughts on running, both funny and serious. I think this book is a great tool for all women runner's to use and I hope other women can benefit from it as much as I have!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A little simple, March 8, 2011

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Lauren M. Summers "ambitious runner" (Oklahoma City, OK USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Runner's World Complete Book of Women's Running: The Best Advice to Get Started, Stay Motivated, Lose Weight, Run Injury-Free, Be Safe, and Train for Any Distance (Runner's World Complete Books) (Kindle Edition)

This is an awesome book if you're just getting started running. I bought the kindle version, and I might buy the physical book for my sister who is just getting started as a runner. However, that said, I have been running for a few years and I know how to build mileage and do speedwork and run hill repeats. All this book seemed to have to offer was a couple of training schedules and some mild opinions about general runner-related issues. There is nothing revolutionary or helpful in this book for the intermediate runner in my opinion. I sort of regret purchasing it, but it will make a nice gift for my sister.