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The Complete Guide to Racewalking: Technique and Training (Paperback)

~ Dave McGovern (Author)
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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: World Class Publications; 1 edition (January 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0966217608
  • ISBN-13: 978-0966217605
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #431,255 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent book for beginners and elite, January 28, 1999
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This book is chock full of information on how to racewalk. I have racewalked for 6 years, but found the information to be outstanding from training tips to stretching and flexibility drills. Walkers who don't actually compete in events would benefit from the information provided and would become better, more efficient walkers. Runners would also benefit from learning the how to racwalk and use it as a cross-trainer. A highly enjoyable read.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of Racewalking in the US, January 11, 1999
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I've been to Dave's clinics, I've spoken with him personally, and reading "The Complete Guide to Racewalking Technique and Training" is just like having him right next to you, cracking jokes and commenting on everything. If you do not have the option of working out with other racewalkers regularly, definately pick up this book and re-read it a few times. You'll always pick up something new.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars for serious walkers, October 9, 2003
By Ollie Nanyes (Peoria, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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If you care about walking fast, and especially if you care about your place in walking races (judged racewalks or otherwise) then this book is for you.

This book isn't designed to sell anyone on walking as a sport; this is written for readers who already know that they want to spend time and effort into learning to walk fast.

There are sections on many of the aspects of walking; e. g. technique, drills to perfect technique, common racewalking errors, and a few workout schedules. The book is written in a conversational style. He also includes interviews with elite racewalkers.

There is also a handy chart which outlines: "if you have problem X, correct it with Y" which is VERY helpful; this helped me in getting zero cautions or redcards in my last 4 judged walks.

If there is a downside it is that some of the photos are a bit small; I'd also recommend that he upgrade his "poor technique" example photo to look a bit worse; perhaps he could use a photo of a thick-skinned novice walker.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Next best thing to a personal coach
The Complete Guide to Racewalking covers the whole gamut of racewalking from how to do it, to how to train, what to eat, how to compete and even discusses the physiology and... Read more
Published on September 2, 2005 by JAMES O'DONNELL

5.0 out of 5 stars Dave's a Great Motivator
I bought this book based on the Amazon.com reviews and I was NOT disappointed. I wanted to learn how to walk faster and have been able to achieve my initial goals in the few... Read more
Published on May 6, 2004 by Tim Dutton

5.0 out of 5 stars Dave is a master at making walking fund..his book is a must.
If you can't get to a Dave McGovern racewalking clinic then buy the book. It's the next best thing. Dave's knowledge and sense of humor come through in his writing. Read more
Published on November 20, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Dave helped me win my local masters 20 & 30km races!
As well as writing a very entertaining book, Dave has written the best description ever of the technique needed to be a competent racewalker. Read more
Published on August 26, 1998 by Brian Murphy (bmurphy@techwork...

5.0 out of 5 stars you'll laugh, you'll cry, you *will* learn
dave has written a masterwork with insite, clarity and humor. his clear explanations will have you out racewalking in no time, and will have you comming back to the book time and... Read more
Published on July 17, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars IF YOU ONLY BUY ONE BOOK ON RACEWALKING, BUY THIS ONE!!!
This book is for you whether you are a beginner or a serious masters competitor. Dave is a great teacher. Read more
Published on May 19, 1998 by animal27

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an encyclopedia for serious racewalkers!
"Dave has written the ultimate competitive racewalking book. The Complete Guide to Racewalking Technique and Training is a book of answers - a one-stop resource for those... Read more
Published on January 6, 1998

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