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VOQ Training for Cross Country & Track: A Coach's Year-Round Guide to Maximized Performance, Extended Peaks, and Injury-Free Distance Running via the Inverted Pyramid's Volume-of-Quality Training Paperback – September 16, 2011

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Anyone can coach a team or individual to merely run faster. That's the easy part. Consistently achieving greater improvement than the competition is the signature of VOQ Training, embracing the continuous cycle between Cross Country and Track, with each sport building off of the other in complementary fashion. This is made possible by the sprint inspired, Volume-of-Quality principles of the Inverted Pyramid and a careful attention to preventing injuries.

Combining traits of a training manual with program-building tools, plus enough back story to add personality to the workouts, there truly is something for everyone. VOQ Training is written primarily for High School and College coaches, but also for scholastic athletes seeking a maximized summer training plan. Additional suggestions are provided for tailoring the program to self-coached distance runners of all levels and racing objectives.

"Dan Kaplan has hit the nail on the head with this one. VOQ Training is the product of an expert coach giving his all for individuals who seek to find training routines that really work. The Inverted Pyramid philosophy allows focused flow toward peak performance. Thanks Dan for offering years of thought and expertise! This is a must read for all." -- Dave Johnson, M.ED. Special Education, Decathlon Olympic Medalist, Corban University / Director of Athletics.

"[VOQ Training] has a lot of foundation to what, when, where, how and why - more than most do." -- Kelly Sullivan, Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach, Oregon State University. USATF Men's Distance Development Chair 1992-2004.

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"This little gem is ... both innovative and comprehensive ... I feel safe recommending VOQ to any and all trying to flesh out their library, especially those who need to inject some different perspectives into stagnant thought patterns or philosophies." - Russ Ebbets, Track Coach magazine (Track & Field News / USATF) Winter 2012 Issue

Paperback: 148 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (September 16, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1466334495
ISBN-13: 978-1466334496
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.3 x 9 inches
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Average Customer Review: 9 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #788,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1475 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Running & Jogging
- #8016 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Individual Sports

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andrew

Excellent book

February 1, 2013

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I went into this book wondering, "who is this guy and why the heck should I read this book?" He wasn't a big name high school coach (that I had heard of) or pro coach or former olympian. But I decided, regardless of this, I would give him and this book a chance. I am very glad I did. If you were like me and considering not giving this book a chance because the author is not a big name, rethink that because this is an excellent book. Its based on the inverted pyramid model and in the first four chapters, you will learn how to incorporate this model into a summer, cross country, winter, and track seasons. He gives specific examples from his own experiences as a coach and explains all of the workouts he uses in the appendix. He also explains how this can be applied to collegiate athletes and self coached athletes. The other chapters are devoted to planning out the season, motviational tips, and warm ups and cooldowns. Very excellent book and a must have for all high school and track coaches. My only complaint is that the author needs to sell his supplemental VOQ training book!

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Rebarb Monk

A Fresh Perspective

December 25, 2012

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Very few training guides come out that have anything new to say. Most training/coaching systems focus on "building a base" with long, slow distance. If you're one of those people who questions how hours and hours of slow running can prepare an athlete for running fast in races that last just minutes, then this book is for you.

"Volume of Quality Training" flips the LSD system around with a program focused on fast training for fast racing throughout the competitive seasons. The author presents a logical, systematic approach centered on maximizing the amount of quality running around race pace or faster. A practical, easy to read guide, this book is a fresh approach that leaves the dinosaur training models far behind.

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Good book with some good ideas but the program requires ...

July 23, 2016

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Good book with some good ideas but the program requires a tremendous amount of commitment for all those involved. If you are a coach with an uncommitted program or if you are unwilling to meet with kids at least 4 days a week year now, this isn't for you.

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Four Stars

March 23, 2016

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Good basic understanding

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Awesome Book

May 12, 2017

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Great written book, step by step instructions easy to understand. Definitely recommend this book for variety to a training system.

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matt

good book

April 28, 2012

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the book made me question how i prepare my runners and how much they need to train. i have seen monumental improvement amongst my athletes after implementing VOQ training principles.

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John McP

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January 31, 2012

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Dan Kaplan has taken all the elements of sports science that running literature is stuffed with and produced a system which is simple to understand and easy to follow.
VO2 max, Lactate Threshold, Aerobic Endurance are all taken care of and there's no confusion of "what will I do today?"
Follow the system and achieve your goals, keep the science and long winded explanations for when you have more time.
Brilliant work Dan, I wish you well in all you do.
John

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trackrat495

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March 14, 2012

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Nice to see another point of view than the traditional "build your base and then add speed at the end..." Reenforced what I've learned through my years as a sprint coach. Nice to see these ideas put in place for distance runners. Thanks for having the guts to share.

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