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From Last to First - Softcover

Spedding, Charlie

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9780956329608: From Last to First
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0956329608 ISBN 13: 9780956329608
Publisher: CS Books, 2009

Synopsis

For anyone aspiring to run a marathon, or indeed anyone who wants to set themselves a goal they think beyond their reach—and achieve it—this is an essential book Charlie Spedding describes himself as "not particularly talented"—at least, compared to the other athletes in the Olympic marathon. So how did he end up with a bronze medal, how did he win the London Marathon, and why does he still hold the English record for the distance? In this remarkable autobiography he explains how someone who was almost bottom of the class when he first went to school, and even worse at sports, eventually turned himself into a genuinely world-class athlete, competing in top marathons all over the world and genuinely going from last to first. As well as the enthralling life story of one of the finest distance runners, this book is a wonderfully clear and inspiring piece of life coaching for anyone who wants to make the most of their talents. As Spedding says at the start, "I believe that on occasions you can create the circumstances in which you can perform at a higher level than your talent says you can." Spedding's own story, and his chronicle of the big races he excelled in, proves it's true.

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About the Author

Charlie Spedding joined Gateshead Harriers when he was 16 and competed in distance races for 20 years. He now runs occasionally, and also enjoys long distance cycle trips. Working as a community Pharmacist in the North-East of England, he passionately believes most people could improve their health with more regular exercise. He has been a summariser with Radio 5’s London Marathon coverage for 17 years. Charlie is an optimist by nature, despite being a life-long Sunderland supporter. He has three children, four step-children, and lives in Newcastle with his wife, Christina.

Review

‘Honest, frank and inspirational’



`It's a pleasure to accompany him on that journey'

`Inspirational story'

`Honest, frank and inspirational'



‘It’s a pleasure to accompany him on that journey’



‘Inspirational story’

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Publisher
CS Books
Publication date
2009
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0956329608
ISBN 13 
9780956329608
Binding
Paperback
Rating
  • 4.02 out of 5 stars
    417 ratings by Goodreads