George Sheehan on Running to Win: How to Achieve the Physical, Mental and Spiritual Victories of Running (Paperback)

by George Sheehan (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal
This book's subtitle describes it best. While exploring the interconnectedness of running with the mind, body, and spirit, Sheehan, a well-known doctor, runner, and author of many books on running such as Personal Best (Rodale Pr., 1989), also provides sound, practical advice on training and racing. This book will appeal to "middle of the pack" runners who are more interested in the quality of their running and training, rather than the quantity. Older runners, and those who simply want to smell the flowers along the way instead of putting in 100-mile weeks, will also be interested. Sheehan's emphasis is on running by the clock (time) instead of concentrating on running megamiles. Sheehan advocates listening to the body, mind, and spirit to determine how far and how fast to run. For large sports collections.
- Susan L. Patton, Tennessee Valley Authority, Knoxville
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
Practical advice from the renowned athlete and author of Personal Best shows readers how to achieve the physical, mental, and spiritual rewards of running, from choosing the right shoe to developing mental toughness. Reprint.

Product Details

• Paperback: 230 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books (April 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0875962173
• ISBN-13: 978-0875962177
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #163,448 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful, June 15, 1999

By A Customer

I'm relatively new to running and haven't read anything else written by Dr. Sheehan...but I certainly plan to.

The man can write. The book is broken into little one or two page essays (maybe former RW columns?) which are, if nothing else, good bathroom reading fodder.

If you're looking for a book which will help you set a new PR, you should probably look elsewhere, but if you're a true running afficianado(sp?), pick up a copy of this book and you won't be disappointed.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Running Staple that is Timeless, December 17, 2000

By	Donna Barnes (Brookhaven, PA, United States) - See all my reviews

This narrative by George Sheehan transcends running. Although it is 'sport-specific', Dr. Sheehan has shown us the 'Way', and he does it simplistically. This book should be read by all atheletes, regardless of their particular sport. He is telling us something here...

1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book and in good condition., September 19, 2005

By	Daryl Lowell Mcarthur "The Pirate" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: George Sheehan on Running to Win: How to Achieve the Physical, Mental & Spiritual Victories of Running (Hardcover)

I enjoyed the book it came on time and in good condition.