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The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer | 
 enlarge | Authors: David A. Whitsett, Forrest A. Dolgener, Tanjala Jo Kole
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Category: Book
List Price: $14.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  163 reviews
Sales Rank: 3574
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 304
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9.6 x 6.9 x 0.6
ISBN: 1570281823
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.4252
EAN: 9781570281822
ASIN: 1570281823
Publication Date: January 11, 1998
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Product Description
Athlete. Runner. Marathoner. Are these words you wouldn't exactly use to describe yourself? Do you consider yourself too old or too out of shape to run a marathon? But somewhere deep inside have you always admired the people who could reach down and come up with the mental and physical strength to complete such a daunting and rewarding accomplishment? It doesn't have to be somebody else crossing the finish line. You can be a marathoner. The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer is based on the highly successful marathon class offered by the University of Northern Iowa, which was featured in a Runner's World article titled "Marathoning 101." The class has been offered five times over 10 years, and all but one student finished the marathon. That is approximately 200 students -- all first time marathoners and many with absolutely no running background. This book follows the same 16-week, four-day-a-week workout plan. What makes the success rate of this program so much higher than any other? The special emphasis on the psychological aspects of endurance activities. You don't have to love to run -- you don't even have to like it -- but you have to realize that you are capable of more than you have ever thought possible. One participant in the program explained it like this: "I'm doing this for me -- not for others or the time clock. I just feel better when I run, plus it helps me to cope with things in general. The skills we've learned in this class don't apply just to marathoning -- they apply to life! Just like you never know what the next step in a marathon will bring, so too, you never know what will happen next in life. But if you don't keep going, you're never going to find out. By staying relaxed, centered, and positive you handle just about anything that comes your way." This is marathon running for real people, people with jobs and families and obligations outside of running. The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer has proven successful for men and women of all ages. Now let it work for you.
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Book Review August 27, 2008
I loved this book. It took a very practical approach to training. The training focused not only the physical aspects but also the psychological training. I would recommend this book to anyone considering training for a marathon.
 motivating and easy to follow August 14, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've done a little running on and off for a while but never could seem to increase my level of fitness. I bought this book to challenge myself and to enjoy the running trails I have by my new house. This book is worth every penny! I am only a few weeks into the training, and I have increased my fitness level and increased my enjoyment of the experience. This book is based on a "marathon class" the professors taught that is a combination of sports psychology and fitness. It is great for beginners, and if you follow along and do exactly what the authors suggest I have no doubt you can finish a marathon. The stories from many of the students make it a well rounded experience, and I can relate to the doubts, thoughts and issues they experienced and its helpful to read how they dealt with them. I gave it a 4 out of 5 stars because this book has some typos and a few sections seem a bit repetative; However, I admire the student who wrote it as she also participated in the class and being a bit overweight like me I can relate to her experiences and appreciate that she did complete all 26.2 miles as well!
Absolutely Amazing! August 12, 2008
This book not only helped me complete my first marathon, (NYC '07), but also continues to help me overcome seemingly unsurmountable obstacles in life itself. Many extremely useful mental techniques to call upon when the miles start climbing above 20 or so, (you'll need them). Upon receiving I read from cover to cover. Then re-read each chapter weekly during my training completing all the journal entries. It worked for me and it worked very well. I followed this book nearly to the letter and ended up finishing the marathon in fine physical and mental shape grinning from ear to ear. I've run another marathon since but will never forget the mind-blowing thrill of crossing the finishing line for your very first time. Highly recommended.
Great Book! July 11, 2008
I read this book back in 2002 and 2003 while I was training for my first marathon. I just pulled it out and started reading it again recently and it is such a great book. Full of information and motivation to help with marathon training. I wish I would have gone to a college that offered a marathon class!
Looking forward to it July 7, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book has good information on training for marathons.
I am looking forward to mine in Dec.
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