The Little Red Book of Running (Little Red Books)

I love running, but I tend to do it in a vacuum. I don't run with anyone, and I don't pay much attention to form, or running better, or why I should even worry about those things. Well, I didn't pay attention to form or running better until I read this book. Scott Douglas will convince you to run, and to run better, and to run well, and he does it all in a quick and fun read. So often I feel like running writing has a slightly condescending tone, like if you don't know what all the running terminology is, then you must not really be a runner. Thank you, Scott Douglas, for defining all those running terms without ever talking down to the reader, and for letting me know why I need to know them. If you're a new runner, Scott will tell you everything you need to know to get started. If you're a seasoned runner, Scott will make you even better.It's rare that a book is so readable, and also really does include absolutely everything you need to know. Highly recommended.

Durante todo el libro, que está separado por capítulos, realiza cita cortas a todo tipo de cuestiones relacionadas con el running. Muy interesante para cuando se quiere leer algo corto, porque estamos esperando el turno en el dentista, antes de ir a dormir, esperando el bus, etc. También a partir de algunos temas cortos, se puede despertar el interés por buscar libros más específicos de ese tema. No me gusta la encuadernación, difícil de abrir y muy pesado por la hojas que tiene, aun cuando es de un formato pequeño.

A very good book with a format that might remind other runners of "The Serious Runner's Handbook" Tom Osler. While Osler used a Q&A format, Douglas uses short headings to cover each of the 250 pointers that he gives to runners who are serious about reaching their potential rather than someone who wants to live a running life of excuses. He includes the technical, the motivational, and the lighter side..

I am a newbie runner. I have been wanting to be a runner my entire life, but every time I tried I broke down. Turns out, my form was disastrous. Fixing the form suddenly made it possible for me to run comfortably on a regular basis. So, I started reading up on running and this book came across my path at the right time. What I like about this book is that the author makes training for running an organized thought-out process. Even though much of the book is beyond what I will probably ever need to worry about, the tidbits in this book have positively changed my approach to becoming a runner.

I enjoyed the book. It has very brief tips for running. This isn't a comprehensive book on running technique. It isn't a book that lays out structured,comprehensive running programs. I look it as a "pearl." Maybe consider it something u read in your bathroom.

not a "fun" book, but a useful & informative book. the chapters are succinct. which is great. there is no need for any elaborate writing here. it's informative. and while you may already know the information, this is the sort of thing that it helps to be reminded of.

Its a fantastic book of tips, hints and advises, from someone who has done it for real, and who has been through everything that a runner can come across.I liked it, because he speaks for all levels, so even if someone has just begun thinking about running long distance will find it very helpful.It works vica versa: if you are an experienced long distance runner, you can still find lots of wise things in this book.Its also a nice looking little book. :-)

I just start running few months ago and this book gives me so much information on how to deal with it. It helps me to run longer and how to take care of myself before, after and during running. Great stuff!

Bought as a present for son in law

Great little book no nonsense tips

Lots of common sense advice and tips on running. I bought the book for my daughter and having looked at the content wanted a copy for myself.