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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 796.4252 EAN: 9781594861994 Edition: 3rd ISBN: 1594861994 Label: Rodale Books Manufacturer: Rodale Books Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 256 Publication Date: September 03, 2005 Publisher: Rodale Books Release Date: August 11, 2005 Studio: Rodale Books Accessories: Editorial Review: Product Description: With over 50% new material, this category killer is sure to go the distance When the previous edition of Hal Higdon's superb training guide appeared, Grete Waitz, 9-time winner of the New York City Marathon, cheered: "Higdon's years of marathoning experience come through in this practical book. Aspiring or veteran marathoners will benefit enormously from its proven guidance." This new edition focuses on first marathoners, women runners, and those new to the sport; and as always, Higdon shows how to build up mileage and gives advice on running long, speedwork for distance runners, defensive running strategies, and planning for peak performance. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Great running resourceThis is a great book for beginning and experienced marathoners alike. It provides history, motivation, and a complete guide for everything from completing a first marathon to attaining a PR. Higdon has done a great job updating editions to keep up with nutrition products, such as gels and sport drinks. Rating:  - Mostly motivationalI'm training for my first marathon and was given this book by my cousin who has run multiple marathons. I should say that I am in college and have been distance running since I was around 13. I run for fun, not really for competition and the idea of a marathon intimidated me because it seemed like such a far leap from what I am used to. This book provides a lot of motivation but in ways I did not expect. I didn't realize upon getting this book that it was not only targeted to first ... Read More Rating: - A little dose of inspirationHal Higdon is one of the first names I heard when I started running. He's a true expert in a sport that can benefit anyone-no matter who you are. I'm a pretty slow runner, but I like this book because it's welcoming. Higdon has helped thousands of people finish their first marathon and this book is putting years of experience on paper. It's friendly even to beginners, and presents very specific ways to train for a marathon. It's idiot-proof and very, very forgiving. ... Read More Rating: - Great for the beginning/intermediate marathonerSat and read this book all the way through in a sitting. Lots of fantastic practical tidbits for the first time marathoner, as well as those who have not quite qualified for Boston (yet). The August injury chapter was a favorite. Those sub 3 hour folks are probably reading something else anyways. His website is also quite good. Nice job, Hal! Rating: - For Reference and MotivationTons of great tips make this reference guide a must-have for marathon runners. There are also inspirational tidbits to get you back on the track. |
