A short review on some of the books that can provide both entertaining reading and provide good information to help understand training and racing from other perspectives.

How many people know that Charlie was the last British athlete to win an Olympic marathon medal (Los Angeles, 1984 Bronze medal in 2:09:58)? This is an interesting read from his school days in Bishop Auckland where he was considered to be non sporting. It takes you through his career and provides the insight and understanding of how self belief, hard work and dedication will pay dividends.