Marathon and Half-Marathon Running: Crowood Sports Guides - Skills, Techniques, Training

By Steve Trew

ISBN:	9781847973382
PUBLISHED:	23/04/2012
PAGES:	112
BINDING:	Paperback
SIZE:	246x189 mm
INSIDE:	200 colour photographs

Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you into a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport.

Contents include:

The history of the marathon and the myths that have grown around it
The big races and practical advice on how to enter
Deciding on what type of event is right for you
Correct shoes and clothing
How to form a training schedule and train progressively, building up mileage for your first event
A discussion of tapering and race preparation, and the correct nutrition and hydration for your race
Tips for achieving a positive mental attitude
Dealing with injury
Progression onwards from your first marathon or half-marathon

RRP: £9.99

Site Price £7.99