Runner's World Your Best Stride: How to Optimize Your Natural Running Form to Run Easier, Farther, and Faster--With Fewer Injuries Paperback – June 13, 2017

I waited for a couple of months before buying this book in order to verify it's quality. I even emailed the author with questions. When I finally bought the book I gobbled it up like a Thanksgiving turkey. I plan to read this book over & over til I sustain a repetitive use injury :). This book has the type of information in it that will be valid for years to come. It also covers all of the aspects of running with the exception of AFIB. Maybe we will see that critical topic covered in a future release. If you wish to stay injury free then you can do that by running more efficiently which happens to make running more enjoyable. Do not worry about having to think about more factors while trying to relax during a run. Jonathan explains them with your ease and comfort in mind. He even explains in excellent detail how to get over this perceived psychological hurdle. I personally am enjoying thinking like Galen Rupp, Meb and the other running superstars past and present that he mentions. To all running book authors past and present please read and take heed.

Your Best Stride is arguably the most pragmatic and up-to-date book there is on running technique. This comprehensive guide explores all aspects of optimal running form, with a rich education on why our movement patterns dictate how we run. Loaded with solid information and advice from some of the top names in running, this book is useful for any level of runner.As a yoga teacher, run coach, and trainer, I appreciate the focus on functional body alignment, and the elucidation that all bodies are not created equal; with no golden standard in which to adhere to or strive for. The exercises in the book are intelligently sequenced, and presented in a way that are clear and easy to follow, with advice on how to fit them into your day. (squats while grinding coffee?? Genius!)I find this book to be not only an extremely valuable resource, but a great motivator to add some of the practices and benchmarks into my running. Immediately after finishing, I handed my copy to my 15 year old son, as he embarks on his sophomore season of cross country, and plan to give the coach a copy, too!

I’m new to running and this book was full of useful information. Definitely recommend

Wow, who knew that an old guy could actually get faster and more efficient? I've been a long time runner who accepted the reality that personal bests were long gone. After listening to several podcasts featuring the author, I decided to buy the book. I have read lots of books on running. There is usually a message of what you "have" to do, or how you "have" to do it. Not so much the case here, and that is why it is such a great book for me. It is well written, with excellent diagrams, and most importantly for me; the "why's" are well explained. The recommendations are easy to follow and attainable. There were also a lot of myths dispelled for me in this book. I have implemented several of the ideas and have already seen significant improvements in my time. But more importantly, several of those aches and pains that plague an older runner have disapated. Thats important for me, because I may never be speedy, but I can see improvement and avoid injury. A great read.

This is the best running book I’ve ever read....and I’ve read a lot of them. Jonathan Beverly’s book has given me new thoughts that have inspired and given me a boost to keep running. This book gives you tips from elite runners and everyday runners like myself on how to keep yourself motivated to continue to lace up your shoes and get out the door. I believe I have underlined something that stood out to me on every page. I refer back to this book often. Thank you Jonathan for your talent inputting this book together.

Extremely thorough and informative collection of research, anecdotes, thoughts on running form and how to best improve it from some of the best minds in the business.Runners of all levels of experience and ability really must read this book and act its advice to give themselves the best chance of running further, faster, easier and with less injuries (and way more enjoyment!).As a running form coach myself I look forward to expanded on my current approaches using the material presented in this book.Thank you and Run Better!

I enjoyed this book. It is easy to read and give common sense advice. Some is new and some is old, but never hurts to be reminded.

I just finished reading Your Best Stride, and found it to be the best resource I've come across for runners looking improve running mechanics and reduce injury risk. It was easy to read, well structured, and has useful takeaways that are easy to implement.I am a running coach and while I understand the components of physical and mental training for runners, I shy away from changing runner mechanics because I'm afraid I'll do more harm than good. I'll be recommending this book regularly to the runners I coach.