Top Reviews for 80/20 Running: Run Stronger Book
LetsRun.com
“Fitzgerald is going to go down as one of the most competent and prolific authors of books for serious runners covering just about every legitimate aspect of the all-important runner’s lifestyle.”— LetsRun.com
ESPN.com
“If you’re looking to get to your peak performance weight or explore the mind-body connection of running, writer Matt Fitzgerald has some advice for you.… Fitzgerald, an expert in endurance training and nutrition, explores a wide range of topics and cutting-edge developments from the world of running and endurance sports.”— ESPN.com
Men’s Fitness
“Sports nutritionist Matt Fitzgerald lets us in on his no-diet secrets that can help endurance athletes get leaner, stronger, and faster.”— Men’s Fitness
Alan Culpepper
“The elements and philosophy laid out in Run were fundamental and played an essential role in my overall success throughout my career as a self-coached athlete.”— Alan Culpepper, 2000 and 2004 U.S. Olympian, sub-four-minute miler, sub-2:10 marathoner
Library Journal
“Extremely well-done…a must for marathoners!” — Library Journal
Kara Goucher
“In his latest book, Matt Fitzgerald successfully explains the mind-body method of running.… Anyone trying to improve and realize their true running potential should read Run.” — Kara Goucher, 2008 Olympian and world championship medalist
Bike World News
“Amateur to professional athletes can optimize their potential with this book.” — Bike World News
Triathlete
“Racing Weight answers the difficult questions athletes often have about dieting, including how to handle the off-season. The book gives readers a scientifically backed system to discover your optimum race weight, as well as five steps to achieve it.”— Triathlete
Portland Book Review
“You will gain valuable information and insight about how to fuel your body from this book.”— Portland Book Review
About the Author
Matt Fitzgerald is a renowned author and expert in endurance sports and nutrition. He has authored over a dozen bestselling books, such as “80/20 Running,” “Brain Training for Runners,” “Racing Weight,” and “Iron War.” “Iron War” was long-listed for the prestigious 2012 William Hill Sports Book of the Year. His work has had a significant impact on numerous athletes.
As a certified sports nutritionist, Fitzgerald combines his expertise with practical advice to help runners, triathletes, and fitness enthusiasts achieve their goals. His insights are regularly featured on leading platforms like Competitor.com and Active.com, and his articles have appeared in Bicycling, Men’s Health, Triathlete, Outside, Runner’s World, Shape, and Women’s Health. He resides in San Diego, California, where he continues to inspire through his writing and research.
About the 80/20 Running Book
Train Easier to Run Faster
80/20 Running introduces a revolutionary training method that has transformed the performance of elite runners—and now it’s accessible to everyone. Developed by respected running expert Matt Fitzgerald, the 80/20 program advocates for spending 80% of your runs at a low intensity and 20% at a higher intensity. This approach has proven to be one of the most effective ways runners of all abilities can enhance their performance while avoiding overtraining and burnout.
The book delves deeply into the science and research behind the method, offering practical, hands-on advice. Whether you’re training for a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon, 80/20 Running provides detailed training plans to help you reach your goals.
In 80/20 Running, you’ll learn how to:
- Transform your workouts to avoid burnout and overexertion
- Make runs more enjoyable and less physically draining
- Reduce fatigue between runs, allowing you to recover faster
- Improve your performance during those few crucial high-intensity sessions
- Achieve new levels of fitness and endurance
This approach isn’t just for runners, it’s also beneficial for cyclists, triathletes, and anyone looking to get fit, including weight-loss seekers. The core message of 80/20 Running is simple yet powerful: achieve better results by making most of your workouts easier.
Explore More: The Power of 80/20 Running
To dive deeper into how the world’s best endurance athletes apply the 80/20 method, check out this insightful video: The 80/20 Running Principle Explained.
The world’s best endurance athletes do 80 percent of their training at low intensity. So should you. This approach boosts performance and helps prevent burnout, allowing you to enjoy running while reaching your full potential.
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