Book Description
Signed up for a half-marathon and not sure what you've gotten yourself into? Absolute Beginner's Guide to Half-Marathon Training: Get Ready to Run or Walk a 5K, 8K, 10K or Half-Marathon Race is an easy-to-understand introduction to the world of running half-marathon, or shorter, race. Endorsed by the National Institute for Fitness and Sport, this book is packed with illustrations, notes on how to stay motivated and tips on how to train without pain. It will guide you through your marathon-training program and show you how to find the appropriate clothing and shoes, prevent and treat injuries and warm-up before running. Even if you are walking a shorter distance, this is a beneficial training manual. So run, or walk, to your nearest bookstore and pick up a copy of ABG to Half-Marathon Training today!
About the Author
Heather Hedrick manages the Half-Marathon training program for the National Institute for Fitness Sports (NIFS) in Indianapolis, Indiana. NIFS is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing human health, physical fitness and athletic performance through research, education and service.
Absolute Beginners' Guide to Half Marathon Training FROM THE PUBLISHER
Absolute Beginner's Guide to Half-Marathon Training helps you accomplish your 5K, 10K, and half-marathon goals. Whether running or walking, you will learn how to prepare safely and successfully for race day. Based on the National Institute for Fitness and Sport's training programs developed by exercise psychologists and endurance sport specialists, this book teaches you how to exercise safely to prevent injuries and provides practical advice on equipment, apparel, training procedures, and running and walking form. You will learn about flexibility and stretching exercises, muscular fitness, and strength training. Information on nutrition provides the guidelines to keep fueled and hydrated while you are walking and running. You will discover tips on how to stay focused and motivated, especially on race day. This book provides you with a well-balanced approach to training for a 5K, 10K, or half-marathon that will not only be fun, feel good, and help you find success, but also get you hooked on physical activity and exercise for a lifetime.
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