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Long distance running is much like any other fitness training. If you want to improve, you need a good plan that has a progressive nature. If you are new to this game, you need a solid foundation to build on. Having a running program is not the only thing that you need. Sound advice and running tips should be taken from someone who has "walked the walk" ... Or in this case; "ran the run". Hi, my name is James Atkinson from Jimshealthandmuscle.com. I'm a qualified fitness coach / personal trainer and I have a fair bit of running advice that I would like to share with you. When I was around 18 years old, I was a terrible runner! In fact, I failed the basic fitness test for army entrance on running alone, and I failed big time! Several years later, I was clearing 1.5 mile running circuits in 8 minutes and 22 seconds and could easily run a marathon any day of the week! I would like to share my knowledge and training experiences with you. If you are a beginner when it comes to running, this information will no doubt give you advice that will probably not have even crossed your mind before. If you are already a runner and are looking to make more progression, you are also in the right place. I know that it is easy to get stuck on a training plateau, so I have also added some information and training methods to this book that will help you leave the plateau behind. Some of the chapters include: Why should you take my advice? My story… Accountability, Commit To Your Goal! Where to start Running style Breathing When to eat, what to eat Your bread and butter training “Steady state” Training on a track Running for time Running for distance Running with weight Dealing with blisters and chaffing Staying injury free Putting it all together and your training plan All of the information that I provide is written from my own experience as a long distance runner. I believe that by learning from my mistakes and my advice, you will hit your goals a lot quicker than making these mistakes yourself. Believe me; some of these mistakes can be very painful! As you will soon find out from some of the anecdotes that I am about to share with you. So grab your running shoes and let’s get started!

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"How an out of shape, exercise-hating beginner can transform to an impressive long distance runner within months" Looking to go from couch potato to a physically fit and healthy runner -- heck even a FULL marathon finisher? This book has it all! It contains all the resources for a complete beginner (up to novice level), to succeed at this physically and mentally demanding sport! You will be armed with techniques (outergame) and psychological tools for motivation (innergame), to help you keep up with the inner turmoils, motivation related issues and other hardships, especially in long distance runs where every part of your being just wants to give up! I will not waste your precious time with useless information you won't use. Instead, I'll provide practical and straight forward solutions, daily and weekly plans (resources section) and the best practices to help you succeed. YOu will be armed to the teeth with everything you could ever need to finish your first long distance races and beyond. Here's what you can expect to learn from this course: What it Takes to Run a Marathon Timeframe Beginner Stage Intermediate Level Advanced Level Mental Preparation Setting Goals Running Alone Versus Running with a Buddy How to Use Running Gadgets Get Enough Rest Distinguishing Between Good Pain and Bad Pain Having a Proper Form and Breathing Technique Which Part of Your Foot Should Strike The Ground First? Different Training Styles Training Gear Clean Bill of Health Warming Up and Cooling Down Marathon Race Strategies Running Motivations How to fall in love with running Avoid running injuries Running schedules and plans Marathon Specific Training Trail Running Tips and Mistakes to Avoid Uphill and Downhill Running Running and Losing Weight Heart Rate Training And much, much more... Grab your copy here...

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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.

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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.

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How would you like a fitness and weight loss plan that’s easy to start, fun to do, personal to you and is guaranteed to give you real fitness results that will change your life forever?

What if you could finally achieve long term weight loss or other fitness goals? What if you could easily implement mind-set tricks, small diet tweaks and quick exercise routines to enhance your whole lifestyle? If you have ever wanted to achieve a fitness, weight loss or any other lifestyle goal but have never felt the outstanding satisfaction that comes with it, then this is the book for you! Imagine making small, simple, positive changes to your lifestyle that will have a huge impact and last forever! Would you like to make your fitness goals as easy as possible and have fun doing it? In this book, you will discover • A full year of health and fitness tips ready and waiting for you • A solid lifestyle blueprint for you to implement right away or use as a template • A way to fit these small, life changing mind-set, diet and exercise tweaks easy into your life • Ways to finally achieve Long term, unstoppable fitness success! • The top 5 biggest fitness mistakes If you are looking for a fitness and weight loss guide that has • No starvation or crash dieting • Exercise that suites YOU and helps YOU find your own way of exercising • Easy to implement strategies on diet, exercise and mind-set • Diet, exercise and mind-set tips and tricks that are all laid out for you. (Some of these may surprise you) Then again, this is for you! I’m James Atkinson (Jim to my friends), a qualified fitness coach who has been in the fitness game for over twenty years spending time as a long distance runner, competing bodybuilder and I have helped thousands of people hit their fitness and exercise goals in my time as a coach and fitness author. Now it’s your turn! This book has been inspired by my past readers and clients. It has been such a privilege to be able to help others through these guides and see people achieve health and fitness goals that they thought were impossible. I would like you to be the next success story! If you would like to change your life and start to live a healthy balanced lifestyle that has the power to take your health and fitness levels far beyond your ambitions, grab the book, and I will see you on the inside. I’m really excited to start our journey together! Let’s get started! All the best Jim

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How to cross-train to improve running times and prevent overuse injuries--whether you are participating in your first 10-K or competing to win a marathon or triathlon If you want to enjoy a long, successful life of running, it's essential to incorporate non-running activities into your training program. Strength exercises will keep your muscles in balance. Flexibility exercises will keep them supple. And alternative endurance activities will help heal existing injuries while preventing future ones. In Runner's World Guide to Cross-Training, Matt Fitzgerald--seasoned runner, triathlete, sports and fitness journalist, and online coach to runners and triathletes--tells you everything you need to know about the very best cross-training exercises for runners, from the equipment you'll have to buy to the techniques you'll have to master. In addition to strength training and flexibility exercises, he recommends the six best non-impact cardiovascular activities for runners: pool running, elliptical training, bicycling, inline skating, swimming, and cross-country skiing. The book shows how to integrate running and cross-training, and features five complete sample programs that will train you to compete in a basic 10-K, advanced 10-K/half marathon, basic marathon, advanced marathon, and triathlon. Until now, there hasn't been a credible cross-training book designed especially for runners. With the imprimatur of Runner's World magazine-recognized everywhere as the most authoritative source of information on the sport-this excellent guide will be welcomed by runners at every level as the book to consult for advice on this vital topic.

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Through her bestselling exercise DVDs and incredible running achievements, including running a sub three hour marathon, Nell McAndrew has built a reputation as a fitness expert. Running continues to rise in popularity, but many of us don't know where to start. This book shares Nell's love of running and will inspire you to take up the sport, as well as helping anyone already running to improve their performance. Nell and co-author Lucy Waterlow, also an experienced runner, will equip you, whatever your age or ability, with the know-how to make running part of your life and help you learn to love training and competing as much as they do. Find out how to get started with running and how to improve with specific sections on nutrition, marathon running and women's running (including exercising during and after pregnancy). This is a visual, practical and insightful guide offering informative and fun coverage with tips, accurate up-to-date information and the experiences of 'real' runners you can identify with.