Articles and Books
Listed below are some of our favorite books and articles that relate to running and walking. Look for these books at your favorite bookstore! If you would like to submit a book or article for consideration please contact your head coach or the program organizer.
- What do Those Abbreviations Mean?
- An article explaining what the different types of workouts on your training schedule mean.
- Proper Form While Running and Walking
- An article addressing the anatomy of a workout and using proper form whether you are a runner or a walker.
- Stretching
- An article addressing the importance of, and rules for stretching.
- Determining Hydration Needs
- Learn how much you need to drink on your runs to prevent dehydration.
- Deciphering Training Plans
- An article explaining further about the different kinds of workouts on the training schedule. Includes information on interval training, Rate of Perceived Exertion, and Thirds
Books
- Half Marathon, You Can Do It Jeff Galloway
- ISBN 13-978-184126-190-4. Published by Meyer & Meyer Sport
- From the book's back cover: "If you are thinking about training for a half-marathon, Jeff Galloway can help you prepare well, enjoy training and glow from the achievement of crossing the finish line."
- Marathon, You Can Do It Jeff Galloway
- ISBN-10: 0936070250 Publisher: Shelter Publications
- Editorial Reviews:
Whole Earth, Winter 2002 - ". . . sane and wise guidance . . . lots of expert encouragement, backed by Galloway's experience in helping hundreds of marathoners . . ."
Bill Rodgers - Jeff Galloway is perhaps the one individual in the American running community who can combine a superior knowlege of our sport with the hightest level of achievement - making the Olympic team.
- Marathoning for Mortals John "The Penguin" Bingham
- ISBN-10: 1579547826
- This was the book that convinced me that even I could run a marathon! It's filled with great advice, stories of first time marathon success, and a lot of humor. A great read for the marathoner, half marathoner, or the average person thinking "You know...maybe someday." --Tory
- Nancy Clark' s Food Guide for Marathoners: Tips for Everyday Champions Nancy Clark and Jeff Galloway
- Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Fachverlag und Buchhandel GmbH (April 30, 2007)
- ISBN-10: 1841262064
- Nancy Clark hits another home run with her latest sports nutrition book. She covers everything a marathoner needs for optimum nutrition during training, the night before the big day, pre-race guidelines, hydration and fuel during the marathon, and even recovery from training or the event itself. If your goal is to complete your first marathon, set a PR, or end the race feeling great, Clark's book gives you the tips and guidelines you need. It's written in a friendly style, like sitting down and talking with a good friend; of course it's a friend who is one of the most well-known sports nutitionists in the country!
