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Books

Another source of advice for the marathoner. This one seems geared more toward the beginner, but even the veterans can learn a thing or two. Training schedules focus on running for specified amounts of time instead of distances.

Thick, very technical book about the psychology and physiology of running. Pretty heavy emphasis on ultramarathoners.

Offers training advice for beginner and advanced marathoners. Contains a general training schedule as well as schedules for reaching 3:30, 3:15, and 3:00 time goals.

Mental training techniques, including relaxation and visualization exercises, to take you to the next level. Covers more than just running, but this type of training applies itself well to running. According to the book, these techniques can also be used to excel in business and in your personal life.

Relatively short book covering the short life of Steve Prefontaine, arguably the best distance runner America has ever produced. Doesn't necessarily get too deep, but it's a good introduction. Includes some inspiring race photos.

Discusses heart rate training for running, walking, in-line skating, cycling, and circuit training (sorry, no swimming). Provides methods to determine your maximum heart rate instead of relying on inconsistent thumb rules.

A season with the Colorado Buffalo cross-country team.

Offers a series of simple exercises to increase awareness of the body's movements and how the body should move when running. Based on methods devised by Moshe Feldenkrais for martial artists. Purports to help you run faster with less effort, improve running style, and heal and prevent running injuries.

Another mental-training book. In addition to relaxation and visualization, this one covers positive affirmation statements. Somewhat mystical, but an interesting read.

Quotes from a variety of sources about running and from some of the greats.

Magazines

Highly recommended for the distance running enthusiast. Articles are less, "how to get faster," and more, "how to get more enjoyment out of our hobby." Check out the website.

Running magazine for the masses. Covers all aspects of running: training tips, injury prevention, major races, and stories covering the human element of running.

Toutes itself as "The Bible of the Sport". Doesn't offer any training advice, but provides in-depth coverage of major track meets and road races.

Movies

One of two movies about Steve Prefontaine released in the late 90's.

Covers the life of Billy Mills up to his winning the 10,000 meters in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Considered one of the greatest upsets in the hisotry of sports. Some bits can get a bit melodramatic, but it's worth sitting through to see his exciting victory.

The other movie covering the life of Steve Prefontaine.

Web Sites

An abundance of news in the running world

On-line version of popular running magazine.