At 26.2 miles, the marathon distance seems vastly out of reach for even the most avid runners. In this book, Joe Donovan prepares you mentally and physically for the challenge and helps you condition and train for your first marathon.

Running a 26.2 mile marathon is grueling, but imagine running it in a fog. Not so much thick as the clichéd split pea soup, but more like an unclarified broth. Consider running in a world with no distinct edges, no specific definition of where something begins or ends, without disparate colors, where magnification helps slightly, but not in a portable way that you can take on a run.The legally blind author, Rhonda Copeland, also known as “Vision Runner†has had to discontinue many of the normal day-to-day activities that others take for granted like driving, riding her bike and photography. The one thing she refused to give up though was her passion for running - so she simply chose not to.Whether you’re a runner or not, this book will inspire you to move beyond the limiting beliefs that hold you back and keep you from accomplishing everything your heart desires. If you have obstacles that you’d like to overcome in your life, get it and read it today!

You don’t need a gym membership to conquer a marathon—just the right plan, motivation, and knowledge! How to Train for a Marathon Without a Gym is your ultimate guide to preparing for a marathon using outdoor and at-home techniques, regardless of your fitness level or access to fancy equipment. With practical advice on strength building, endurance training, nutrition, and injury prevention, this book equips you with the tools to succeed. Discover how to use bodyweight exercises, park workouts, and running programs to achieve marathon fitness without the need for a gym.

The joy of running is often described as a unique blend of physical exhilaration and mental clarity. For those embarking on the journey to complete their first marathon, this joy is not just a fleeting moment; it becomes a profound part of the training and race experience. As you lace up your shoes and hit the pavement, each stride brings you closer to the Finish line, both literally and metaphorically. Embracing the joy of running helps you cultivate a passion for the sport that will sustain you through the challenges and triumphs of marathon training.

From Couch to Marathon: A Beginner's Guide to Running is your essential companion on the journey from sedentary to marathon-ready. Whether you've never run a mile in your life or are looking to step up your fitness game, Greta Rose's guide provides the motivation, tips, and strategies to help you succeed. This book isn't just about running; it's about transforming your mindset, building endurance, and embracing the joy of movement. Greta shares her personal story of overcoming her own struggles with running and offers practical advice to help you stay committed and enjoy the process. With this guide, you'll learn how to start running, set achievable goals, and find the mental strength to keep going, mile after mile. Get ready to lace up your sneakers and embark on a life-changing adventure.

A comprehensive guide to get you ready for race day. According to the rule books, a marathon is 26.2 grueling yet exhilarating miles. Millions of people run marathons around the world. Many more millions dream of doing it. But novice or veteran runners, marathons require training and plenty of it. Certified marathon coach David Levine and dedicated marathoner Paula Petrella know how to get anyone in shape for the race and share the entire procedure in clear, jargon free language. • Includes dozens of instructional photos. • Practical advice that addresses the needs of men and women of all ages.

This book covers the quest for black belt like no other book before. It is not about individual techniques or styles. Instead, it's about the common experiences that occur across all major styles of martial arts on the road to black belt. It is a concise manual of best practices that will help you to: - Understand your motives and goals for training - Progress faster and with deeper understanding - Identify your dominant method of learning - Develop physical discipline and mental strength - Be aware of important developmental milestones - Gain a deeper understanding of martial arts as a whole - Apply martial arts training to daily life - See past the allure of trophies and awards - Discover the ultimate goal of martial arts. The primary audience for this book is anyone interested in practicing a martial art who has not yet reached the rank of black belt. It can also be a valuable guide for advanced martial artists who are instructing others on their "Road to Shodan."

Great Marathon Running is a short, simple and to-the-point guide to how to train for and successfully complete a marathon. Whatever the aim - whether to be quick, raise money or just finish - in just 96 pages readers will discover the essential training points and how to go from complete starter to marathon runner in just a few months. Ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious, Great Marathon Running is a quick, no-effort solution for those who've always toyed with the idea, but now want to find out more about it.

Rock your run with The Official Rock 'n' Roll Guide to Marathon and Half-Marathon Training! This practical, encouraging guide makes preparing for marathon and half-marathon as rewarding as race day. With coaching advice, running workouts, and training programs from Coach Mario Fraioli, you'll enjoy training and cross the finish line feeling great. Coach Mario will guide you from sign-up to finish line. With his expert advice, you'll choose your race, set your goals, select the right gear, and move swiftly through a beginner or experienced marathon or half-marathon training program. Fraioli covers all of running's most important topics: dynamic warm-up exercises, smart and realistic workouts, healthy sports nutrition and hydration guidelines, tips for quick and complete recovery, strength training and crosstraining, advice to treat common running injuries, and strategies for race week and race day. He offers useful tools like running pace charts, a sweat loss calculator, and a preview of each Rock 'n' Roll race course. The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half-Marathon series is the world's most popular running series because each race is a fun and feel-good challenge. Now with the Official Rock 'n' Roll Guide, you'll be ready to rock your marathon or half-marathon.

A training program for first-time marathoners of all ages.