Marathon: A Beginners Guide on Preparing to Run Your First Marathon (The Runners Guide for Endurance Training and Racing, Beginner Running Programs and Advice)

This book will guide you through everything you need to run your first marathon. You will learn how to choose the right equipment, what to eat to keep your body in the best shape, the best exercises to do to make you stronger and more flexible, how to stay injury-free when you run, how to choose your marathon and what to do on the day. There’s also a six-month training schedule that will gradually build up the miles, work on your strength and speed and push your endurance abilities, slowly but surely transforming you from complete novice to long-distance runner. Inside, you’ll discover: •The different types of races—and a guide on how to choose the best race for you •4 critical elements that will help prepare your body and condition your mind •The importance of gear and a list of recommendations to ensure safety and comfort •Why you must have a loyal crew who will support you and help you run without worries •How to mentally train for the race and win the battle of attrition inside your mind •Mindful tips and best practices on the day of the race to help you have a strong start It's a great read, loads of technical info for anyone who loves to go in depth but there's also easy to follow running programs for those of us who just want to get on with it! And it's perfect for busy women who want to take on the challenge of training for a half marathon, but don't want to spend every day doing it... You can easily fit your running sessions in and around everday tasks and still have a social life!