Running Your First Marathon: The Complete 20-Week Marathon Training Plan - Softcover

Kastor, Andrew

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1939754305 ISBN 13: 9781939754301

Publisher: Callisto, 2018

Synopsis

“Andrew Kastor has taken the tried-and-true principles that all us pros follow and made them available and applicable for everyone. Just as Andrew has helped me on my journey, he is sure to help you on yours.”―Ryan Hall, US Olympic Marathoner, holder of the US record in the half marathon, and marathon training expert

As a marathon training coach for world-class runners and Olympic medalists, Andrew Kastor knows what it takes to get to the finish line. Whether you are planning to run a full or half marathon, Coach Kastor’s marathon training program conditions you to set achievable goals, get in shape, and stay motivated. With an easy-to-follow 20-week marathon training schedule for building strength and endurance, plus expert advice from record-holding runners on what to expect, Running Your First Marathon is the only coaching you’ll need to go the distance.

Running Your First Marathon lays out a goal-oriented marathon training program with:

• A 20-Week Marathon Training Program―detailed day-by-day marathon training schedules and space to track your progress
• Marathon Training 101―advice and tips from world-class marathoners on marathon training, fueling your body, avoiding injury, and race-day preparation
• Motivational Marathon Training Boosts―from Coach Kastor and other famous runners to help you stay on track during marathon training

"Running Your First Marathon will not only inspire you but also help train your mind and body to unlock hidden potential."―Shalane Flanagan, Olympic Silver Medalist, NYC Marathon champion, American record holder, and marathon training pro

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Review

“Andrew Kastor has taken the tried-and-true principles that all us pros follow and made them available and applicable for everyone. Andrew has certainly helped me along my journey―with his sage advice, his miracle-working hands on the massage table, and giving me a laugh when I needed it the most. Just as Andrew has helped me on my journey, he is sure to help you on yours.”―Ryan Hall, US Olympic Marathoner and holder of the US record in the half marathon

“Elite coach Andrew Kastor provides more than just a plan―he gives you all of the expert advice and personal insight you need to make it to the starting line strong and the finish line happy. If you’ve always wanted to run 26.2 miles but didn’t think it was possible, think again: With this book, you'll gain the confidence (and the coaching!) to crush your first race in no time.”―Lindsey Emery, writer for Runner’s World, Shape, Self, and Men’s Journal

“I’ve worked with Andrew for years, and his ability to simplify and focus your efforts, regardless of your experience level, is second to none. Pick up this book, support a great dude, and get after it!”―Christian Schauf, Founder and CEO of CCS Uncharted Supply Company

Edition details

• Publisher: Callisto
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1939754305
• ISBN 13: 9781939754301
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 150