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There is some repetition of subjects from "Running for Mortals" (which I read first), but it's still very sound information and pretty funny many of the times. I enjoyed reading this book (I actually read it in one sitting). Training for my first half marathon, I found it inspirational and helped motivate me to stay on track for my training.
John Bingham describes why he deserved his nickname, "the Penguin," being "a short, fat man waddling down the sidewalk." His co-author, Jenny Hadfield, fared better although she started off as the slowest kid in gymn class. I always recommend this book to anyone who asks me whether and how they should run a marathon. I had bought it some five years ago, when I wanted to run, at the age of 50, my first marathon, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon.
I did not use the sample training plans provided because I was fortunate to train with a group which had its own schedule of workouts. The copy I have is quite well used because it's been passed around. But the book provided me a lot of the theory and encouragement so essential in completing a journey which, as the authors point out, is more about mind and spirit than miles.
A friend just returned me this book. It is easy to read, understand and follow.
It had been billed as one of four legs (The Island Race) of "The Greatest Race on Earth." This book helped me a lot in making it through that race.Just opening the book, the first chapter was inspiring. Their message is simple and pointed: "if we can run the marathon, so can you."The rest of the book is a step-by-step approach to the various aspects of preparing for and running a marathon (or its variations).
Programs seem reasonable and, dare I say it, manageable. This was a very inspiring book that made me feel that, even as someone that runs an 11-minute mile, I could train for and run a marthaon if I set my mind to it. Includes training programs for walking, run/walk, and running both a half and a full marathon.
Injury free is the most important things to me - and this book really helps with that. A guide for first time runners or those runners getting back on the road after a long break. Even though I've been a runner most of my life - this book put me back in a more safe, healthy, and motivating way.
It also had information on attitude, clothing, shoes, nutrition. It gave me a week by week set of goals. I would recommend it highly. I am new at marathoning and this book was recommended. I found it extremely helpful.
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