Running in the Midpack: How to be a Strong, Successful and Happy Runner — Audiobook
Strong Successful: Running in the Midpack is an audiobook by Martin Yelling and Anji Andrews for runners between beginner and elite levels. It covers running progress, staying healthy and happy, and preparing for races, with coaching ideas and first-person stories.
At a glance
- Written for runners between beginner and elite levels.
- Covers topics including building resilience and race preparation.
- Combines coaching ideas with first-person stories.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Its midpack focus is aimed at runners who may not see themselves in beginner- or elite-oriented advice.
- The listed unabridged format provides 7 hours and 25 minutes of listening.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 25 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Authors | Martin Yelling, see all |
| Narrator | Anji Andrews, see all |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Sport |
| Publication date | 4 February 2021 |
What to know before buying
- The listing names both Martin Yelling and Anji Andrews as readers, but its narrator detail lists only Anji Andrews; confirm the audio arrangement if narrator identity matters.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Runners looking for coaching ideas and perspective geared to the middle of the pack.
- Listeners interested in running progress, healthy habits and race preparation.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a training plan with specified schedules or measurable performance targets; those are not established in the supplied details.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the advice as worthwhile and relevant, with some reporting hope and insight; enjoyment is mixed, with feedback ranging from engaging to achingly dull. For runners seeking practical ideas, the positive comments may be encouraging, while the divided enjoyment suggests the presentation may not suit everyone. The aggregate rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 183 ratings, which indicates overall favourable scores but does not explain individual preferences.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the advice as worthwhile and relevant.
Mixed feedback
- Enjoyment is mixed: feedback includes both engaging and achingly dull reactions.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this audiobook for?
The listing describes it as a guide for midpack runners—those between beginner and elite levels.
What topics does it cover?
The supplied description mentions running progress, staying healthy and happy, resilience and race preparation.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 25 minutes.
Who narrates it?
The product description says it is read by Martin Yelling and Anji Andrews, while the narrator detail names Anji Andrews only.
