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Book

Running a marathon for dummies

Call Number

  • 796.4252 K1874 (CEN)

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Publication Information

Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons ; Chichester : John Wiley [distributor], c2013.

Physical Description

xvi, 342 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

  • The basics of running a marathon. Training for the big race : an overview ; Getting a leg up with the right running gear ; Understanding the physiology of marathon running ; Starting off with proper running technique
  • Creating your own marathon training plan. Aerobic training : the king of marathon preparation ; Running longer, and loner, and longer still ; Getting faster with interval training ; Making a plan as a beginner runner ; Prepping for your next race as an intermediate runner ; Pushing yourself as an advanced runner
  • Going above and beyond to stay strong and healthy. Producing powerful muscles with strength training ; Stretching, cross-training, and recovery during training ; Recognizing (and avoiding) common running injuries
  • Gearing up for race day (and beyond). Backing off before you give your all : the marathon taper ; Getting a boost with practical and motivational pre-race strategies ; Running the marathon : race strategies and tips
  • The part of tens. Ten things to do on marathon race day ; Running amok : ten common training errors ; Ten (or so) great destination marathons ; Ten (okay, eleven) frequently asked questions about running a marathon.

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