Bibliograph

Marathon and half-marathon running, skills, techniques, training, Steve Trew

Type

Label

Marathon and half-marathon running, skills, techniques, training, Steve Trew

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Marathon and half-marathon running

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

884645773

Responsibility statement

Steve Trew

Series statement

Crowood Sports Guides

Sub title

skills, techniques, training

Summary

Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you into a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. Contents include: the history of the marathon and the myths that have grown around it; the big races and practical advice on how to enter; deciding on what type of event is right for you; correct shoes and clothing; how to form a training schedule and train progressively, building up mileage for your first event; a discussion of tapering and race preparation, and the

Table Of Contents

Cover Page; Title Page; Copyright Page; Contents; Part I: Introduction to Marathon Running; 1 History and Myths; 2 The Big Races (and the Small Ones); 3 How to Enter; 4 Shoes, Clothing and Equipment; Part II: Training and Techniques; 5 Exercise Physiology; 6 Basic Training; 7 Advanced Training; 8 Racing and Pacing; 9 Mental Attitude; 10 Diet, Nutrition and Hydration; 11 Weights, Resistance and Core Work; 12 Stretching and Flexibility; Part III: Race Preparation, Race Day and After the Race; 13 Tapering and Race Preparation; 14 Precautions for Older Runners and for Female Runners15 Comparison Times for Marathon and Half-Marathon and Other Distances16 Injuries and their Prevention; 17 The Day of the Race; 18 After the Race; Useful Information; Index

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor