Marathon : The Ultimate Training Guide Book

Chapter 1 The Mystique of the Marathon	1
Chapter 2 A Word to the Beginning Runner	12
Chapter 3 Your First Marathon	22
Chapter 4 Learning How to Train Right	33
Chapter 5 The Truths of Marathon Achievement	42
Chapter 6 Striving to Improve	48
Chapter 7 Building Up Mileage	57
Chapter 8 Running Long	65
Chapter 9 Speedwork for Distance Runners	73
Chapter 10 Defensive Running Strategies	85
Chapter 11 Planning for Peak Performance	103
Chapter 12 The Magic Taper	117
Chapter 13 The Distance Runner's Diet	126
Chapter 14 Predicting Pace and Performance	141
Chapter 15 Race-Day Logistics	154
Chapter 16 Liquid Refreshment to Survive and Excel	164
Chapter 17 Mind Games	180
Chapter 18 Mile27	192
Marathon Training Schedules	202
Index	223