- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd (20 Sep 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 071366844X
- ISBN-13: 978-0713668445
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 20.4 x 1.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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- #64 in Books > Sports, Hobbies & Games > Athletics & Gymnastics > Athletics
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Time Out, January 12, 2005
'Ideal for anyone who's made a new year resolution to run regularly.'
Health & Fitness – Book of the Month, October 1, 2004
'A must for anyone interested in taking up running with commitment.'
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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Too old to run my first marathon at 39? This is the book that helped me run The London Marathon in under three hours and thirty minutes with only a four month lead time. The core of the book contains six sixteen week training plans. You will find one to suit you whether you are a novice or an experienced runner, whether you have a lot of time to train or can only manage the bare minimum. Alongside this you will find essential information ranging from dealing with injuries, through fuelling correctly, to how to prepare for race day. This book helped me achieve my goal and is definitely the essential marathon runner's guide.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've run a few marathons already so have some running experience, and have found lots of useful information, tips and ideas in this book. There are so many different things covered in this book that I think most runners would find something interesting in it. It would be a really good book for total beginners as well - it covers the basics in a good level of detail and the book is written in a very readable and approachable style. It is nice to read a running book that doesn't assume you will be able to dedicate hours and hours every week to running, and has lots of tips on how to make running more enjoyable, rewarding and easier to fit into a hectic lifestyle. I like the fact that this book captures the sentiment that finishing a marathon or a half-marathon is a great achievement for anyone, no matter what time they take.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Everything you need to know
This book does exactly what it says on the label & gives great advice from start to finish - from the moment you think about doing a marathon or get your place, right through to recovery, it helps you every step of the way.
I have read plenty of running books, but this one doesn't assume you're an aspirant Olympic athlete & understands that running is just part of your busy life.
It gives advice on all aspects of marathon training - not just the running itself. It also includes excellent sections on strength, flexibility and mental training that are just as important if you are going to succeed & enjoy it!
The book also gives some handy schedules for training as well as great tips for race day itself. It even gives tips on which marathons to consider.
I have done several marathons & half marathons, but still learnt a lot from this book. If I were a novice to these events or just running in general, this is really the only book I would need to read. It brings the advice I have read from other books and lessons learnt along the way, into one, easy to read volume.
This book does exactly what it says on the label & gives great advice from start to finish - from the moment you think about doing a marathon or get your place, right through to recovery, it helps you every step of the way.
I have read plenty of running books, but this one doesn't assume you're an aspirant Olympic athlete & understands that running is just part of your busy life.
It gives advice on all aspects of marathon training - not just the running itself. It also includes excellent sections on strength, flexibility and mental training that are just as important if you are going to succeed & enjoy it!
The book also gives some handy schedules for training as well as great tips for race day itself. It even gives tips on which marathons to consider.
I have done several marathons & half marathons, but still learnt a lot from this book. If I were a novice to these events or just running in general, this is really the only book I would need to read. It brings the advice I have read from other books and lessons learnt along the way, into one, easy to read volume.
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marathon training
I have used the training programes in this book and have just run a sub 2 hour half marathon,new to long distance running the book tells you everything you need to get started and... Read more
Published 27 days ago by malcolm
A must have..............................
This is the best book I've invested in. It's well written, easily digestible information. Good break down of recommendations depending your level/ability and even your time... Read more
Published 3 months ago by bj-sailaway
Motivational Read
As some people have previously highlighted, what's written in this book is no rocket science. Nothing that those already interested in sports do not know. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Bea
Excellent
A friend of mine recommended this book and I see why. It is excellent. Well on the way with my training. Thanks Sam
Published 14 months ago by Rod Blackman
training tips
This book is full of advice and training tips for all runners doing marathons,it has different running programmes you can use to suit your life style while still getting you ready... Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2010 by M. Rodwell
The Perfect Book for Marathon Newbies
After using one of Sam Murphy's other books, "Triathlon from Start to Finish", as a reference text to train for my first Triathlon, there was only one book I wanted to read for my... Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2009 by Conor Clarke
very helpful book!
I bought this book prior to my first marathon run and I must say it was very helpful indeed. It is full of rather useful tips on almost everything, comprises training programmes,... Read more
Published on 1 May 2009 by SS
Its All Or Nothing For Most Beginners- This Book Will Help You Decide
There are many people out there who watch the London Marathon and capture the myth and excitement of THE MARATHON. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2007 by Mr. P. J. R. LEWIS
Ok if you haven't done any previous research
I have been running for a year already although I still have not completed a full marathon.
The thing is, for non competitive runners, long distance running training is... Read more
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Published on 4 Sep 2007 by J. M. Salinas
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