Stack of running books
Reading list

Running books.

Recommended running books. Links open on Amazon Australia.

80/20 Running cover

80/20 Running

Balance high mileage with gentle paces for better results.

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Daniels' Running Formula

Classic training guide with VDOT-based workouts.

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Born to Run

Adventure stories and lessons from the Tarahumara.

Advanced Marathoning cover

Advanced Marathoning

Pfitzinger's plans for serious marathoners.

Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow. cover

Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow.

Everyday recipes to fuel busy runners.

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Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide

Hal Higdon’s step-by-step marathon advice.

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Run Less Run Faster

Quality over quantity using the FIRST method.

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Lore of Running

Comprehensive encyclopedia on training science.

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Chi Running

Technique-focused approach to effortless form.

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Ultramarathon Man

Dean Karnazes' tales from ultra endurance adventures.

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Running with the Kenyans

Discovering secrets of world-class distance runners.

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Once a Runner

Cult novel capturing the runner's mindset.

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running cover

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

Murakami's memoir linking writing and running.

Let Your Mind Run cover

Let Your Mind Run

Deena Kastor on positivity and mental strength.

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The Science of Running

Explains the physiology behind training principles.

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Hansons Marathon Method

High-frequency training for consistent marathon success.