The Science of Running

By Steve Magness,

Book cover of The Science of Running: How to find your limit and train to maximize your performance

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Reviews of The Science of Running:"The Science of Running sets the new standard for training theory and physiological data. Every veteran and beginner distance coach needs to have this on their book shelf."-Alan WebbAmerican Record Holder-Mile 3:46.91 "For anyone serious about running, The Science of Running offers the latest information…

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1 author picked The Science of Running as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

OK, so this dense tome about the science of running is not for the fainthearted.

Magness formerly worked with the Nike Oregon Project and spoke out about his suspicions regarding the methods of Alberto Salazar (who was later found guilty of doping allegations). The depth and breadth of his knowledge is immense and although his writing style isn’t perfect, there is so much to be learned within these pages.

My copy is littered with notes and underlines, and my coaching methods have undoubtedly been influenced by his training philosophy.

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