Better Training for Distance Runners Author:David E. Martin, Peter N. Coe Better Training for Distance Runners provides a prescription for success for todays competitive distance runners and their coaches. The book combines cutting edge research, sound training principles, and proven program strategies to improve performance in events ranging from the 800-meters to the marathon. In this comprehensive book on th... more »e art and science of distance running, Dr. David Martin and Peter Coe explain how to accurately assess running fitness, gauge training intensity, adjust training loads to achieve peak readiness for competition, determine the most effective racing strategy for each event, and stay healthy throughout a running career. Better Training for Distance Runners translates todays science into a practical plan for top performance. It is an essential part of any serious distance runners or coachs library.« less