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Running to the Edge
by Matthew Futterman
Coach Bob Larsen's long quest to make Americans fast again, from the Jamul Toads to Meb Keflezighi's Boston win. Coaching and distance running history.
Read it if…
you want the story behind America's marathon revival.
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Skip it if…
you want training plans.
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Three things you will actually use
- Train at the edge.
- Coaches play long games.
- Patience wins marathons.
Do this first
Read the chapters on Meb.
Our verdict
Larsen and Meb.
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