Guide Rating - 
The Bottom Line
The bottom line is that this DVD is great for absolute beginners or runners who have never read any beginner books. You'll get a little motivation, a couple good tips, and some ideas to consider as far as nutrition, stretching, and clothes.
Pros
- Humorous
- Good Stretches Outlined
- Faster Than Reading A Book
- 4 Program Levels
Cons
- Covers Too Many Subjects To Do A Thorough Job
- Too Corny Sometimes
Description
- 74 minutes
- 2 Bonus Videos: Running Clothes and John's "First Time"
- 4 10-Week Training Programs: Walk, Walk/Run, Run/Walk, Run
Guide Review - Run For Fun DVD
If you are trying to figure out how to get started running and just want to know the very basics before you begin, this video is great. It's got John Bingham's classic humorous style and Coach Jenny's good tips. There is good motivation for those who don't know how to get started running or who have doubts that they can do it.
However, the topics covered are so varied that there isn't time for them to be covered properly. With the exception of running shoes, very little is said that isn't fairly common knowledge for laypeople. For instance, most Americans know that they should eat in moderation and that they don't need extreme diets to be healthy. Really, that's about all that is said in the nutrition section of this DVD.
The best part of the DVD, by far, is the training programs. With four levels to choose from, there is something for every beginner. The worst part is the stretching scene. I particularly didn't like that John seems to be in pain. Whether he's pretending it hurts or it really does hurt, new runners may learn that stretching should hurt. Stretching shouldn't hurt.With that said, this is a great DVD for the beginner. You will learn a little about a lot of subjects and have a great platform for performing at your best and succeeding. So, if you are new to running and want to get started right, check out this DVD. But if you are already running and you are looking to learn more, it's not for you.
