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The popularity of the marathon and half marathon has increased dramatically in recent years as growing numbers of people have become aware of the life-changing experiences and the health benefits that result from training for, and competing in, a 13.1 - or 26.2 - mile race. Notwithstanding this, marathons and half marathons are extremely testing endurance races and entrants need to be properly informed so that they can train and prepare in an appropriate way.
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Graeme Hilditch runs a private and exclusive personal training business in rural Gloucestershire, specializing in helping people prepare for endurance running events. the author of twelve marathon training guides used by charities such as Spinal Research and the Multiple Sclerosis Trust, and founder of a marathon consultance website (www.marathonconsultancy.co.uk), Graeme has extensive experience in preparing runners for the physical and mental challenges that endurance running presents. Resident - Gloucestershire
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the best running training book I have come across. It doesn't just apply to marathons - could easily apply to 10k's as well. Chapters are all well laid out so you can simply jump to the section that is relevant to you. If you are worried about your knees or are wanting a really appropriate training regime this book has it all thought through for you. No myths or beating about the bush - it tells you how - or perhaps how not... you can get through it.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Having been probably the laziest person on the planet for the last 15 years of my life, i decided last year that i had to set myself a challenge to lose some weight and achieve something i thought i'd never do - so i thought what better than enter the Great North Run! Like most here, i picked this book because it had great reviews - and i have to say i now know why! Its sympathetic to novice runners, really informative on all the main topics, amazing photos and all in all a great book to have by your bed or on the kitchen table. I don't want to tempt fate but so far i am virtually injury free, LOVING my running (theres something i thought i'd never say) and on target to finish the GNR without walking. I can't wait.
If you, like me, are a nervy newbie to the world of running and are thinking of running a half or full marathon - i'd strongly suggest you buy this book. I'd advise you to get others too, for variation more than anything, but out of all the books i have on running, this is the one i have used as my bible and dog eared the most.
If you, like me, are a nervy newbie to the world of running and are thinking of running a half or full marathon - i'd strongly suggest you buy this book. I'd advise you to get others too, for variation more than anything, but out of all the books i have on running, this is the one i have used as my bible and dog eared the most.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I am pretty much a novice to running but, having put on too much weight after my two kids were born and wanting something to aim for I have signed up for a half marathon later this year. I bought this book hoping for practical advice which would enhance my understanding of how to train and what to expect along the way.
For me this book provides all this and much more. It is aimed at everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or a complete beginner. It is extremely readable and covers all the main topics in clear language (although a note about whether or not to train through colds etc would be useful for future editions...) It is informative without being dictatorial in its tone, and I felt that the author was very 'tuned in' to most of the questions I would have asked him if I had the benefit of his company!
I'm also find reading the book really motivating - maybe because it's because it's such a practical, useful guide. He acknowledges the big challenges but makes you feel like you can overcome them.
It's early days for my training but it's going well - in no small part thanks to this book.
For me this book provides all this and much more. It is aimed at everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or a complete beginner. It is extremely readable and covers all the main topics in clear language (although a note about whether or not to train through colds etc would be useful for future editions...) It is informative without being dictatorial in its tone, and I felt that the author was very 'tuned in' to most of the questions I would have asked him if I had the benefit of his company!
I'm also find reading the book really motivating - maybe because it's because it's such a practical, useful guide. He acknowledges the big challenges but makes you feel like you can overcome them.
It's early days for my training but it's going well - in no small part thanks to this book.
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The Bible
I have bought all sorts of books about running as I enter different races from 5k up to Marathon (although I have only run 13.1 miles as my longest distance so far). Read more
Published 2 hours ago by Mr. James Sorbie
Brilliant marathon prep guide
Great book with a step by step support and advice approach to running your first (or second) marathon. Info about diet, training plan, tips about what to wear. Read more
Published 5 days ago by amca1998
The marathon and half marathon
Fantastic book, covers all levels, 1st timers to veterans, what to eat, what to wear, how to stretch, warm up cool down, its all there well done Graeme.
Published 10 days ago by Allan
Everything a novice runner needs and more
I bought this book to help me get through my first endurance running event - the London Marathon. The text has been everything I hope it would be - providing excellent chapters on... Read more
Published 12 days ago by PJB
good buy
Great book, worth buying if you are a novice.
The training timetables were very handy.
I'm glad I bought it.
The training timetables were very handy.
I'm glad I bought it.
Published 29 days ago by Lupodis
Getting faster
The book is a bit short but very solid. I am following the 10 week training programme for the half-marathon. Read more
Published 1 month ago by William Pike
well worth it
This book is suitable for all runners, regardless of age and ability. Would recommend this book to anybody who needs any advice to help them maximise their running potential.
Published 2 months ago by clare
absloutely briliant
Never bother writing reviews for items I buy from Amazon. Found this book so good I just had to. Had done a lot of running (not marathons) and this book gave me a lot of... Read more
Published 3 months ago by KH
Really helpful
I bought this book for some inspiration to improve my half marathon time. I have been running a couple of years and fit it around family and work life. Read more
Published 4 months ago by runningmum
An excellent running book
I've looked at a large number of running books over recent months and this is by far the best and most comprehensive. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Martin Tafft
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