Marathon Running

"The Marathon Makers"

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A Century Ago Three Heroes Changed the Course of the Olympics. This is Their Dramatic True Story. In the space of 24 hours in July 1908, two of the most dramatic events in sporting history came to a climax at the first London Olympic Games. As the 2008 London Marathon celebrates the centenary of the marathon distance of 26 miles 385 yards, a standard now accepted worldwide, this thrilling account of heroism, ambition and scandal tells for the first time the story of three remarkable men whose destinies collided in the battle that overshadowed these Games. With illustrations. Hardback, 331 pages. Size: 226 x 152 mm. Weight: 522g.

Author: Bryant, John
ISBN: 1844545601
Publisher: Blake Publishing
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"The Welsh Three Thousand Foot Challenges"

A Guide for Walkers and Hill Runners

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A handbook for walkers and runners in the Welsh 3000s traverse, the Paddy Buckley Round, The Snowdon Horseshoe, Snowdon Ascents and the Welsh 1000 metres race. With line drawings, 3d panorama maps, b&w photographs. Paperback, 128 pages. Size: 178 x 115 mm. Weight: 138g.

Author: Clayton, Roy Edward Turnbull, Ronald
ISBN: 0951599666
Publisher: Grey Stone Books
Date: 1997 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Half-Marathon"

You Can Do It

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Focusing on the half marathon distance, this book offers a program that starts with setting up your training each week. It shows you how to select a realistic goal, and which workouts are needed to prepare for various performances. It contains tips on how to stay motivated, eliminate aches, pains, and injuries. With 50 b&w and colour illustrations. Paperback, 200 pages. Size: 235 x 165 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: Galloway, Jeff
ISBN: 1841261904
Publisher: Meyer & Meyer
Date: 2006 (Germany)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Running for Dummies"

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"For Dummies" series; Containing tips from famous athletes, this guide to running shows how to assess your fitness level and get started. It includes information on stretching, warming up and cooling down, setting goals and customizing each running programme, and event techniques to help when training for a race. With photographs. Paperback, 256 pages. Size: 235 x 189 mm. Weight: 407g.

Author: Joyner, Florence Griffith Hanc, John
ISBN: 0764550969
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date: 1999 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Running Within"

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This text provides an in-depth look at the physiological and psychological aspects of running with strategies and tools for maximizing the mental side of performance. Linking the mental with the physical, it can provide runners of all levels with a path to create an enjoyable experience. With 26 photographs. Paperback, 200 pages. Size: 229 x 152 mm. Weight: 346g.

Author: Lynch, Jerry Scot, Warren Scott, Warren
ISBN: 0880118326
Publisher: Human Kinetics Europe Ltd
Date: 1999 (United States)
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"Extreme Running"

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Running is an inexpensive, convenient and increasingly popular sport, but some take it to the limit. From cold weather running in Alaska to the intense heat of the Sahara Marathon, a number of athletes choose to pit themselves against the elements. Bringing together various elements of this sport, this book features over 150 images. With over 150 colour photographs. Hardback, 160 pages. Size: 265 x 208 mm. Weight: 932g.

Author: McConnell, Kym Horsley, Dave
ISBN: 1862057567
Publisher: Anova Books
Date: 2007 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Marathon Running"

From Beginning to Elite

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Whether you are a seasoned runner or this is your first foray into marathons, this useful guide should help you get the most from your distance training so that you can produce your best on race day. This new edition has been fully updated and is now colour throughout. With col. illustrations. 3 rev ed. Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 483g.

Author: Nerurkar, Richard
ISBN: 0713688521
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Road Racing for Serious Runners"

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This text takes a look at training for competitive long-distance racing. It contains charts, schedules and checklists to guide the runner in organizing his or her training. Runners select a goal racing distance, then learn how to prepare for success at the chosen distance. With 60 illustrations, charts. Paperback, 184 pages. Size: 229 x 152 mm. Weight: 333g.

Author: Pfitzinger, Pete Douglas, Scott
ISBN: 0880118180
Publisher: Human Kinetics Europe Ltd
Date: 1998 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Complete Running Manual"

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A guide that covers the specific requirements for training for running for different age groups, including children and seniors. It also includes a discussion on coping with injuries, and treats women's issues. In addition to training tables on training for 5km, 10km, half and full marathons, it contains a chapter on the power of the mind. With 200 full-colour photographs, 150 illustrations & diagrams. Hardback, 192 pages. Size: 265 x 210 mm. Weight: 1019g.

Author: Renssen, Marielle
ISBN: 1845376005
Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Race Like No Other"

26.2 Miles Through the Streets of New York

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Captures the enormity of the New York City Marathon through the prism of five representative athletes and the experiences that brought them to the starting line. With 16 page four-colour insert. Hardback, 256 pages. Size: 210 x 140 mm. Weight: 546g.

Author: Robbins, Liz
ISBN: 0061373133
Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers Inc
Date: 2008 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"Teach Yourself How to Run a Marathon"

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"Teach Yourself - General" series; A guide that aims to give you everything you need to find, enter, train for and run a great marathon. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 198 x 130 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: Rogers, Tim
ISBN: 0340927003
Publisher: Hodder Education
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running

"26.2 Marathon Stories"

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Finishing a marathon is one of the most challenging goals an individual can embrace. Looking at the great heroes of the race, with over 200 photos, this book traces the history of this feat. It delves into the endless hours of training, the incredible demands the race places on the body, and the overwhelming rush of crossing the finish line. With over 200 photographs. Hardback, 256 pages. Size: 201 x 203 mm. Weight: 788g.

Author: Switzer, Kathrine Robinson, Roger
ISBN: 1405099763
Publisher: Pan MacMillan
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Marathon Running