Brian Clarke has conducted training programs for Hawaii's runners, joggers, and walkers since 1979. Along with the Brian Clarke School of Running, he is also the director of Island Triathlon Training, which has prepared recreational athletes for Hawaii's major triathlons since the early 1980s. Clarke has advised some of Hawaii's top runners, but his specialty is training recreational athletes at the beginner and intermediate levels. He has also served as a fitness consultant to various organizations, including the U.S. military in the Pacific and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in Hawaii. Clarke ran a 4:06 mile in 1965 under the legendary University of Oregon track coach Bill Bowerman. In his early 60s, Clarke continues to train and race competitively. He may be reached through his Web site, www.bcendurancetrainings.com, or by E-mailing brian@bcendurancetrainings.com. He and his wife, Nancy Heck, reside in Honolulu.
Description
Chapter 1. Understanding Effort and Energy Chapter 2. Structuring Racing Effort Chapter 3. Practicing the Five Racing Abilities Chapter 4. Scheduling Workout Effort Chapter 5. Balancing Effort and Fatigue Chapter 6. Programming Your Training Chapter 7. Designing Workouts to Build Ability Chapter 8. Tailoring 5K & 10K Programs Chapter 9. Tracking Your Progress
Reviews
"Brian Clarke takes complex training systems and makes them easy to understand. His many tables and charts will guide you to your best training paces and recovery efforts, and guarantee that you find your personal best training program." Amby Burfoot -- Executive Editor, Runner's World magazine; Winner, 1968 Boston Marathon