Great book. Clear explanation of training theory and methods to improve training for any endurance athlete. This book is very well written and researched. Athlete stories are inspirational and informative. Great photos as well. Have strongly recommended this book to others.
This book is both an in depth training manual and an entertaining read. It describes both the physiologic components of endurance and methods that allow you train each component, so you can create a balanced training plan that will help you stay injury free while targeting your weaknesses. There are stories from various endurance athletes throughou... Read Moret the book that highlight the concepts being presented. The authors all have decades of experience coaching and training for endurance sports and present a methodology that has been well tested. This book is a must for anyone serious about maximizing their potential in the sports of mountain running and ski mountaineering.
I have read training books and raced for years as an age-grouper. Wish I would have read this at 16. The secret to training isn’t hitting it hard for a few months. It’s the slow build, with sleep and listening to the body. Now go grab a copy and read.
I read Training for the New Alpinism when it was first released, and it offered me profound insight into endurance training methodology. This new book offers a mountain-running-specific version of TFtNA, something I’ve desperately wanted for years. The authors are the at the top of their game, don’t shy away from explaining complicated topics in a ... Read Morevery clear way, and offer a new training bible for running and skimo. The only negative of this book is that it’s so good, I just want to sit and read it instead of getting out for a run. A comprehensive resource for beginners and professionals alike.