Once a Runner
by John L. Parker · first published 1999
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Why HN recommends it
A novel about a serious middle-distance runner chasing a fast time, valued by runners for its authentic training detail and sense of striving. A good fit for readers who love running.
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Wow! You are an elite runner. I highly recommend "Once a Runner" by John L. Parker if you have not yet read it. It just got reprinted in paperback. http://www.amazon.com/Once-Runner-John-L-Parker/dp/091529701...
on “The Best Goal is No Goal” ↗For more running related books you should check out "Once a Runner" by John L. Parker Jr. [1], and "Eat and Run" by Scott Jurek [2]. [1] http://www.amazon.com/dp/1441800905 [2] http://www.amazon.com/dp/0544002318
on “Ask HN: What book changed your life in 2013?” ↗If Bannister interests you and you haven't read Once a Runner go and do it now[1]. I go back and forth on if Once a Runner or Tim Krabbe's The Rider[2] is the best fictional sports novel ever, but today I think is the day for running. [1] http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/culturebox/2008/12/speed_...…
on “Roger Bannister has died” ↗…running accessories/books helps motivate you, go for it, but I don't think I really needed anything more than a running journal/log. Another really good running book for those still following along: Once a Runner -- http://www.amazon.com/Once-Runner-John-L-Parker/dp/091529701...
on “Marathon Man: A Michigan dentist’s improbable transformation” ↗