The Runner's Field Manual: A Tactical (and Practical) Survival Guide [Hardcover]

Mark Remy (Author), Editors of Runner's World (Author)

Book Description

Release date: October 12, 2010

Hot on the heels of last year’s popular The Runner’s Rule Book comes another indispensable guide from Mark Remy and his fellow Runner’s World experts.

 

Whether you run in the city or on trails, in races or just for fun, you’ll find The Runner’s Field Manual loaded with practical advice and how-to instruction. As funny as it is useful, this volume covers everything from Dealing With Drivers to Toenail Maintenance, and explores in explicit detail . . .

COMMON THREATS
• Urban: The Blackberry-transfixed businessman
• Suburban: The bored, angry dog
• Trail: The mountain biker who has watched too many Mountain Dew commercials

SHOES & GEAR
• The Reef Knot: The only knot you need to know
• Barefoot Running: Crazy? Or just insane?
• The Trash Bag Poncho: Three steps to ultra-cheap rainwear

RACE DAY CHALLENGES
• Finding the Damn Thing: Not always so easy
• Navigating the Aid Station: Pinch the cup
• Finish Line Vomit: Hey, it happens

 

. . . and much, much more. Full of charts, illustrations, and more than a few laughs, The Runner’s Field Manual is the perfect reference for anyone who loves to run—or wants to learn how.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books; First edition (October 12, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1605292729
• ISBN-13: 978-1605292724
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #572,583 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

MARK REMY is the executive editor of RunnersWorld.com and the author of The Runner’s Rule Book. He lives, writes, and runs in eastern Pennsylvania, where he frequently seeks Relief in Porcelain-Free Environments and has extensively researched A Word about Roadkill.

 

Runner’s World is the worldwide authority on running information. With a goal to inform, advise, and motivate runners of all ages and abilities, Runner’s World aims to help runners acheive their personal health, fitness, and performance goals, and to inspire them with vivid, memorable storytelling.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books; First edition (October 12, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1605292729
• ISBN-13: 978-1605292724
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #572,583 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mark Remy is an editor at large for Runner's World, the world's leading running publication, and author of the popular Remy's World blog on RunnersWorld.com. He lives, runs, and writes in eastern Pennsylvania with his wife, two children, cat, and dog. He is a veteran of 22 marathons.

Mark doesn't run quite as fast as he used to, but he is learning to deal with it.

For more info, or to contact Mark, visit www.markremy.com.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for the beginner October 17, 2010

By James D. Crabtree VINE™ VOICE

Format:Hardcover

Let's say you haven't run since you were in high school, and only then because they made you in gym class. Now, because you've seen a story about a 10k run or someone older than you talks about a marathon they participated in, you are thinking of doing some running yourself. This is the book for you.

While some stuff may seem like common sense overall it is a very helpful volume with lots of good info. And when you show up for your for serious run you'll know what those things are on peoples' arms and why some guys are running with no shoes on. There's also a lot of tongue-in-cheek illustrations and info but not enough, I think, to make serious long-term runners that interested in it. I think that the addition of some running plans and perhaps a list of some of the more famous races and when they are run as an appendix might have earned this book a fifth star. That doesn't mean it's not a fun book!

5.0 out of 5 stars Light Read April 30, 2013

By Classic Fan

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

Pretty funny. It is making its way around my circle of running friends and so far a thumbs up from everyone.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Sophomore Effort December 16, 2011

By Jeffery Dengate

Format:Hardcover

I'll admit, Remy hit it out of the park with his first release, The Runner's Rule Book. It's hard to follow up such a hilarious read, but this is about as good as it gets. Filled with practical advice, the Field Manual is not written in a stiff voice of most activity guides. Running can be fun; this you gather from this skilled author and accomplished runner.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Bringing us what running is suppose to be December 16, 2011

By H.Savage

Format:Hardcover

Mark Remy brings us yet another masterpiece that all runners need. Whether you are a novice or an elite you should read this book to bring you back to why you are a runner to being with. Sprinkled with witty and practical advice, I recommend this as a must read.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book for the Runner with a Sense of Humor December 16, 2011

By J. Warrenfeltz

Format:Hardcover

Full disclosure: I am thanked on one of the last pages of the book for inspiring a topic (The Five Stages of Marathon Grief). I also received a free copy of the book, so I do not have the full-paying customer experience.

That said, I would pay full price for the Runner's Field Manual. The book is funny, pithy and easy to read without being facile.

The book is arranged into short chapters that deal with common running problems and concerns (race-day, clothing choices, etc). These chapters give both practical and humorous advice, with some that is both practical AND humorous (how to "take care of business" while out on a run).

Well worth the purchase and read, and good to keep around for idle re-reads (especially the bit on the Five Stages of Marathon Grief).

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Another must have December 16, 2011

By Fighting Irish

Format:Hardcover

Mark Remy has again brought to us a practical guide to running, infused with the hilarity that I associate him with. This book is perfect for any level of runner, including those that think they "know it all" but have lost the spirit of the sport. Running is supposed to be fun, not stuffy.

7 of 12 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Just OK December 31, 2010

By Scott

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book is very basic, if you are looking for something that will get you a training schedule or something like that, buy a different book. This book will tell you things like if it cold out side you need to dress in layers. Mom tought you things like that when you were a kid.
VERY BASIC!

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny but short February 23, 2013

By Shaun Irving

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book is a good source of basic information for beginners runners. For veterans runners, the humor makes it an enjoyable read though they won't learn much. The price of the book is a bit steep for the content. If you are looking for pure value this book is not for you.