This book has been on my shelf for years. After reading Des Linden’s Choosing to Run, I was intrigued to pick this one up next. The plans, charts, and figures in the book are great. Reading the strategies and plans motivates me to run and build mileage and also not be afraid to run on tired legs. 

For the past decade I have felt sidelined by injury. Now I am back to running and feeling strong. I plan to use some of the ideas and plans from this book as I go forward. Since I don’t have a marathon on the immediate horizon, I will primarily use inspiration and a key concepts from this great resource book. But do recommend it for anyone looking to run a marathon.