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Staying With It|Gordon Macfarland

Staying With It : Reflections on Running and Aging

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What does it mean to continue running-not just into middle age, but into our sixties, seventies, eighties, and beyond? In Staying With It, Gordon MacFarland combines nearly five decades of running experience with current exercise science to explore one of the most important questions facing older athletes: How can we continue to run well as we age?

MacFarland blends personal stories, scientific insights, and practical lessons on topics ranging from biomechanics, recovery, strength training, and age grading to motivation, resilience, and consistency. Staying With It offers encouragement without denying the realities of aging. The book's focus is on what one can gain from running at any age: health, purpose, and friendship.

It is both an evidence-based guide and a personal reflection on the enduring rewards of lifelong running. Whether you are striving to remain competitive or simply hope to continue running for the joy of it, Staying With It reminds us that while our goals may change, the reasons likely carry over from our younger years.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9798996969906
  • ISBN-10: 9798996969906
  • Publisher: Gordon Macfarland
  • Publish Date: August 2026
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.46 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.66 pounds
  • Page Count: 220

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