Marathon In Three Months: How To Train For A Marathon In Twelve Weeks

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This book is the ultimate guide to marathon training and preparation on a tight training schedule. Most people would typically allow four to six months to prepare for their marathon. In this book, I show you how to compress your training into three months. How? By training smart and focussing on mileage increases as opposed to speed; I walk you through how to build on a base of running fitness to become marathon-ready. The book includes a detailed three-month training plan to follow, which is deconstructed and explained throughout. Also included is detailed expert advice on gear, clothing, nutrition, hydration, race day pace strategies and tips for the big day. Everything you will require to cross the finish line in three months! Introduction Chapter 1: Getting Started What to Expect The 4 Key Principles Chapter 2: Training What Is Your Current Physical Condition? Setting Your Marathon Goals Types of Training Run Training Cross Training Chapter 3: Your Training Plan The Main Elements Planning your training pace and mileage The Art of Tapering Chapter 4: Shoes & Gear Choosing Running Shoes Running Socks Running Shirts Running Shorts Sunglasses Chapter 5: Nutrition and Hydration Nutrition and Fuelling Hydration Chapter 6: Before the Marathon Four Weeks Before the Marathon One Week Before the Marathon The Day Before The Morning of The Race Chapter 7: During the Marathon Chapter 8: After the Marathon Chapter 9: Conclusion APPENDIX – TRAINING PLANS 3 MONTH NOVICE TRAINING PLAN – KILOMETRES 3 MONTH NOVICE TRAINING PLAN – MILES