Book Description
Loren Cordain, Ph.D., follows his success of The Paleo Diet with the first book ever to detail the exercise-enhancing effects of a diet similar to that of our Stone Age ancestors When The Paleo Diet was published, advocating a return to the diet of our ancestors (high protein, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables), the book received brilliant reviews from the medical and nutritional communities. Jennie Brand-Miller, coauthor of the bestselling Glucose Revolution, called it 'without a doubt the most nutritious diet on the planet.' Doctors Michael and Mary Dan Eades, authors of Protein Power, said, 'We can't recommend The Paleo Diet highly enough.'
Customer Reviews:
Cordain sold out his diet to Joe Friel.......2007-08-27
Two stars for the Paleo Diet but Zero stars for the "modifications."
I was severely disappointed with this book. I hoped that an athlete would adopt the diet and adapt his training to the demands of the sound science that Dr. Cordain authored with his Paleo Diet. Instead, we have an athlete who has basically adapted the Paleo Diet to the high carbohydrate nonsense that permeates the "endurance world", which leads to good results, but bad health. How many of our great athletes have to continue sacrificing their long-term health for short term goals?
Recovery is not a good enough reason to "adapt" and modify the diet. The goal of training is to race, not more training. I don't think enough athletes understand that. There is a large section in this book about overtraining, but the authors "overcome" this seeming limitation ironically with the very thing that the Paleo Diet attempts to cure us from - - a misplaced reliance on excessive glucose which is responsible for the majority of the maladies that currently afflict us.
"Periodization" is also a problem. I'll leave you this quote by Olympian Gordon Pirie which accurately details the issue:
"Another popular aspect of training which I think is very dangerous is that known as "periodization" - that is, breaking down the training year into various "phases", each of which is divorced from the others. Thus, the beginning of the year may be devoted to a slow distance "build-up", the second portion of the year devoted to hill training, a third part devoted to interval work and then speed training, and finally (though most of these runners never get this far) a racing season undertaken. The difficulty with training in this manner is that you go along quite well with one aspect of training (e.g. long distance running), and then suddenly, on a certain day, "Bang!". You start hill-bounding, or speed-training, or something new, and the body simply is not ready for the change, and invariably, year in and year out, you are more often than not injured. The body should be trained in all aspects of running, all of the time. Only the emphasis should change as you progress through the year; no aspect of training should be entirely given up for any significant length of time. The balance between different types of training (distance running, intervals, hill running and speed training) should be adjusted as the year progresses" Pirie, "Running Fast and Injury Free", Page 86.
This balance can be achieved with adequate rest. When an athlete gives up his dependance on sugar, he will find that he has much more strength and steady energy reserves. Sure, you don't recover as quickly, but this is an indication that training is too hard, and one needs to adjust this training in order to successfully make it to the starting line. The science by Phinney and others clearly demonstrates that athletes, when given sufficient time to adapt to fat burning, were able to repeat their athletic performance. Frequency was a problem, but again, the goal of training is to race, not more training.
I'm disappointed that Dr. Cordain could not find an athlete willing to test his theories with sound and intelligent training, rather than the usual carb-load glucose-laden mess we've been stuck with. There are many low carb runners and cyclists out there who address the issues covered in this book far more intelligently and in a way that does not compromise their long term health as this approach potentially does.
"A great diet and exercise book not just for paleolithic.......2007-08-06
Highly informative for all athletes and people wanting to exercise on a regular basis.
Basically it teaches you what, when and how to eat your food so that you get the maximun performance. It also has specific advice on fluids. If you are planning to do regular execise, this is a highly recommended book, even if you are not planning to follow the paleo diet strictly.
Wow! Opened my eyes........2007-07-12
This book is packed with some very useful information. I would have given it five stars, but I don't have the knowledge to thoroughly evaluate all the statements made in this book and I feel like there are probably some important points that are being left out. Nonetheless, it has made me aware of some very important and little understood issues relating to performance and diet. As a result of reading this book, I am much better informed and I will definitely be better able to understand additional material relating to nutrition and health.
I have read other books by Joe Friel, and I find that the incorporation of performance related principles from his other books is consistent and very helpful.
Great athlete guide to nutrition.......2007-05-24
This book has really helped me in my quest for iron distance triathlons. The times to eat and the types of foods are very helpful for recovery from exercise. Joe Friel's scientific approach to nutrition is extremely well informed. I have used his techniques and had great results. I highly suggest this book to anyone who wants to increase their fitness level.
A Key Nutrition Resource.......2007-04-09
These nutritional strategies will help you fuel your body to keep it going longer as you work to build up your endurance.
Book Description
Volume 2 of a 2 book guidebook series to rock and ice climbing in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. The High Peaks guide describes over 375 routes in the park's high mountains and peaks. In addition, the guide describes over 130 ice and mixed routes for the winter climber. Absolutely the most comprehensive guide on the market.
Volume 1, Estes Park Valley describes routes on lower elevation cliffs.
Book Description
Adirondack Trails: High Peaks Region
GHP
First published by ADK in 1934, this new 13th edition remains the essential guide to trails of the Adirondack High Peaks region. Includes the latest trail routes, designated campsite and lean-to locations, DEC regulations, and updated trail mileages. The latest edition of the High Peaks topographic trail map is included. Edited by Tony Goodwin and Neal Burdick. 13th ed. 300 pages, 5" x 7". Softcover (includes folding map).
Customer Reviews:
Indispensable guide.......2006-08-18
If you ever travel to the Adirondacks for hiking in the High Peaks, this little guide book, complete with fold-out map, is an absolute must. It's the 2004, 13th edition of the guide first put out in the 1930s.
I wasn't around back then, but I imagine the trails have changed a bit. They're maintained very well, for the most part, but the occasional tree-fall and rock slide does alter the landscape over time, so keeping your guides up to date is a good idea.
The large, very detailed map, of course, is wonderful. But other indispensable aspects of this little book are the exact locations of the trail heads, as well as descriptions of each trail, with accurate assessments of their difficulty--easy, moderate, or difficult.
This guide will help you find the trails most suited to your abilities, and enhance your wilderness experience many times over.
Book Description
This is photojournalist Galen Rowell's acclaimed portrait of the mountain lands of China and Tibet -- a realm the Chinese call the "middle kingdom" between earth and sky, higher and more remote than anywhere else on earth. Rowell's text sets his own adventures in this exotic region against a rich historical and cultural background, recreating the exploits of and describing the dramatic changes that recent years have wrought on Chinese life and society. From the palaces of Lhasa to the pristine strongholds of the snow leopard, the 85 splendid color photographs and compelling narrative map a geography that stretches the bounds of imagination.
Customer Reviews:
Beautiful book that offers a good introduction.......2003-09-14
to China's mountains and its mountaineering history. The photographs in the book included some of the best from Rowell's portfolio and there's quite a bit of writing on the history and background of the mountains as well as from the Rowell's expedition to the mountains.
Book Description
This quadrangle contains the climax of the High Sierra, with 5 peaks over 14,000'. Five maintained trails access this wilderness, and numerous cross-country routes. The hikes in this book are best done as backpacks. Includes Mt. Whitney map.
What is a High Sierra Hiking Guide? It's a small, compact book that covers all the trails and trailheads in a popular area in the High Sierra. In each guide there is a minimum of 100 miles of trail described. Their compact size (4.5" x 6") makes them easy to carry. Each book has at least 96 pages of information, an index, and photographs. If you're going backpacking, each guide covers the amount of area you're likely to venture through on a backpacking trip. Or if you're camping in a particular area, the High Sierra Hiking Guides will give you lots of options for dayhikes. Save money-you don't need to buy any other maps because each hiking guide comes with an updated, accurate topographic map.
Customer Reviews:
A Must Have prior to the Ascent.......2000-10-23
This is an excellent book for first-time climbers of Mt. Whitney. The author explains the perils, pitfalls and also the exhilaration of climbing the highest peak in the lower 48 states. The book is especially strong on maps, even though finding Mt. Whitney is not at all difficult; there is only one stop light in Lone Pine, turn there and head up the 14 miles to the portal.
A word of caution though, for a first-time climber reading this review. Please do not attempt this hike unless you are supremely physically fit. I have seen many sobering cases of hikers on Whitney who were simply not prepared for the rigors of this climb. Most physically fit people should be able to do the 21 miles in 12-13 hours. If it takes you 24 hours you will suffer and it will be a miserable experience. Train for at least six months before attempting to summit. Be sure and run 25-40 miles a week, hike every weekend at altitude (if practicable)and invest in a good stairclimber. You must have strong quads and calves in order to enjoy the hike and the descent will be brutal on your knees, no matter how fit you are. Also go out for several 10 hour hikes in order to prepare yourself mentally for this challenge. The mental part of Whitney is as difficult as the physical, particularly on the descent when you've been on the trail for a long time already.
In addition, plan to spend at least two nights sleeping at altitude prior to the ascent. Many people simply sleep in their car at Whitney Portal, but if this is an uncomfortable thought, stay at gorgeous Mammoth Lakes, about 150 miles North of Whitney. Mammoth is at 8,500 feet and there are several perfect hikes of 10-12 miles there to prepare for for altitude (Duck Pass is my favorite).
Climbing Whitney can be a defining moment in your life. I return every year and look forward to it with relish. If you are fit, properly acclimated and mentally ready, you will find Whitney to be one of the best and most fulfilling things you've ever done in your life. Good luck!
Best book on Mt Whitney.......1999-02-08
If you want to hike Mt Whitney or the area you don't have a choice-you must buy this book. It comes with a topo map and the book descibes every trail on the quadrangle, along with historical and natural information. Don't bother going to Mt Whitney without this book.
Book Description
A new edition of the only guide to detail all the known routes on 570 peaks in the Sierras, thoroughly updated, with 60+ pages of new material covering 80 new routes, and new photos throughout.
The diverse terrain and unspoiled wilderness of the High Sierra makes it one of the best places in the world for "the practice of mountains" - advanced hiking, cross-country rambling, peak bagging, rock and ice climbing, and ski touring. Here it is possible to begin a hike in the desert of the eastern Sierra, scale rock and ice to a mountain top, and end in the lush redwood groves of the western slopes.
The most comprehensive resource on this explorer's paradise, The High Sierra details all the major and minor routes to the area and covers approach roads, trails, and cross-country and climbing routes. Sections called "Wrinkles" provide alternative and lesser-known linkage routes between and within regions.
Customer Reviews:
Great guide to the High Sierra.......2007-08-15
i have loved looking through this book and cant wait to go out and see some of the territory it covers
Are you a technical climber or a hiker?.......2007-05-28
Are you a technical climber going to or dreaming about the High Sierra? If so, this book is for you with plenty of details on mountain ascents. But, peruse another book if you a hiker, wanting to know in advance the sights to see, altitude to gain and miles to cover on the passes and trails of the HIgh Sierra.
THE High Sierra Hiking/Climbing Encyclopedia.......2005-07-13
This massive tome is oriented to those who really want to stray from the beaten path and adventure the Sierra Nevada. The book covers the Sequoia/Kings Canyon region to realms north of Yosemite. Trails, cross-country treks, mountain passes and peaks not found in other guides receive mention here. The comprehensiveness of this makes it a singular achievement that stands out from the many other books on this region. Be forewarned though, because of the sheer scope here, a great deal of information can not be listed for each topic. If you plan to hike an established trail, you would be better served by any number of other guides out there. Secor's text is oriented more for the Sierra veteran, particularly the climber, and mountain peaks seem to get a bit more space here. Nonetheless, there is still plenty here for the non-technical backcountry adventurer. Despite the encyclopedic style of this thing, it's not altogether dry. Sample text: "The only thing 'enchanted' about Enchanted Gorge is its name. This is a difficult cross-country route..."
One clearly needs good topographic maps handy to make use of this book. Even so, the book could stand to have a few more maps. Furthermore, the text descriptions ought do a better job telling one where a particular entry would be located on a map (abbreviated UTM coordinates are sometimes as good as it gets). Nonetheless, this is the only widely-available book that describes so many remote corners of the Sierra. This book is kind of an updated and far expanded version of Steve Roper's classic "Climber's Guide To The High Sierra", whose "Sierra High Route" book is a great source as well.
a must have.......2005-06-16
This is THE guide to mountaineering and peak-bagging in the High Sierra. All others pale in comparison.
Some here seem to bemoan the fact that topos and route information are not included for each of the hundreds of peaks in this book. No one guide could possibly do that, and if you're going to climb a peak, I'd really hope you'd do a little more research than just the write-up from just one book anyway.
This guide is a perfect starting point for any of the thousands of peaks up there and is probably the only place where peaks other than the 14ers and homes of classical technical routes get mentioned.
Not For Novices.......2005-02-11
Secor's Tome really is a wonderful book for experienced hikers with routefinding and rock scrambling skills. I can sit for hours with topo maps and his book, looking up peaks and routes. But be careful if you're a beginner (or experienced only on-trail) when reading the reviews that say this is the "Bible" for the Sierra or "the book to own if you're only going to own one". Beginners could easily get themselves into more than they bargained for.
Book Description
Book Two: The Central Catskills with keys to hikes, trail maps, photos. Mount Tremper, Overlook, Ashokan High Point, Slide, Giant Ledge, Panther, Cornell, Wittenberg, Belleayre, Balsam, Haynes & Eagle, Big Indian, Peekamoose, Table Mountain, Dry Brook Ridge, Balsam Lake, Doubletop, plus the trail-less High Peaks.
Customer Reviews:
Love It!.......2004-06-05
The Catskills are an underappreaciated area, but Edward Henry's work is doing a lot to help correct this. The trail guide is informative and in-depth beyond the levels of most guides. The book is readable from your favorite armchair as well as a great guide to have on the trail. Every hike I've taken has been awesome.
Essential hiking info.......2002-12-17
Well written and informative. This is not only a trail guide but informs the reader of the history of the area
First rate hiking guide.......2002-08-04
This is a first-rate guide to hiking the Catskills. The author's detailed desciptions, plus maps, leave nothing to the imagination and give you the info you need to enjoy the terrain to the max.
A great guide.......2000-12-01
I was going on a hike with some friends into the Catskills and they recommended this book. They were right on to tell me about this. I really liked the detail and the maps. It made more out of the hiking than I usually get. It is well written and easy to use. I think it would be a good book for anyone going to the Catskills.
Customer Reviews:
A must for exploring the 'Dacks.......2000-09-13
This comprehensive book is a must for anyone exploring the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks. I use it as my bible to plan every trip I take to the area. The topo map alone is almost worth the price (although it can be purchased separately).
The editor, Tony Goodwin, is born into a family of hikers, and is very involved with the DEC and ADK mountain club. He's a valuable source of information not only on the trail conditions, but on the future plans! I had a privilege of working on a trail construction project to build a new route that he spearheaded.
There are only two things I would like to see in future editions:
1) A more thorough listing of the locations of designated campsites (aside from those surrounding lean-tos)
2) Time/ distance/ elevation estimates for the unmarked/unmaintained trails of the 46 High Peaks.
For the unmaintained trails, Barbara McMartin's Discover the Adirondack High Peaks is more thorough.
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- Expels a lot of myths about female athletes
- Out of date
- Motivational tool to becoming a well-balanced athlete.
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Go beyond the basics of training with Paula Newby-Fraser's Peak Fitness for Women! In this book, eight-time Hawaii Ironman champion Paula Newby-Fraser presents a total fitness program that shows you how to overcome personal barriers and realize your athletic potential in training and competition.
Inside you'll find practical, no-nonsense information on flexibility training, strength training, and cross-training. You'll also learn how to stay motivated, how to mentally prepare for a competition, how to read the physical signals that your body needs rest, how to meet the unique nutritional needs of female athletes, and much more.
Most importantly, the book tells you how to put it all together and develop a successful training schedule that fits into your busy lifestyle.
Learn from the "greatest all-around female athlete in the world" what it takes to achieve optimal fitness and perform your best in competition!
Customer Reviews:
Expels a lot of myths about female athletes.......2006-04-07
This book helped me to come to terms with my fears about training hard as a woman. You won't get "too muscular". You will be able to menstruate; if you eat right and exercise properly and maintain enough body fat.
Many female athletes' starve themselves and are bulimic or anorexic; these disorders ultimately hurt their ability to reach their peak fitness goals and to maintain a healthy lifestyle, according to Paula.
Reading this book puts a lot in perspective for me as far as how to avoid injury by incorporating strength and flexibility training into an aerobic workout like running.
This is a great guide also to finding the mental strength to become a competitive athlete. Paula maintains her training schedule by keeping motivated. The way she does this is to involve her friends and family. Her fitness training is wholesome in that she maintains her personal relationships and works out with friends in order to keep motivated.
I was helped in my quest for "peak fitness" by this book for the reasons outlined above, but also by the sensible, sound and well articulated training advice I found in this book.
Chantal
Out of date.......2002-02-06
This book is out of date. The advice to too general to be informative.
Motivational tool to becoming a well-balanced athlete........1998-08-12
This was the first running book I have read and I truly found Paula Newby-Fraser's personal training and achievement stories inspirational. This book focuses on a balance between strength, flexibility and cardiovascular conditioning. I believe that anyone can become a well-balanced athlete with a little motivation and the training tools found in this book.
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