Marathon - 3rd Edition by Jeff Galloway (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Get the everyperson's guide to running from "America's coach" Jeff Galloway, and experience the unforgettable lifetime accomplishment of running a marathon.

If you haven't already begun training for a marathon, you've probably thought about doing so. Former Olympic athlete and record-setting distance runner Jeff Galloway is here to say, "You can do it!" Jeff has been coaching runners for more than 50 years. He is the official training consultant for the runDisney series of races. With the new edition of Marathon, he'll guide you every step of the way. Jeff has updated his unique programs that show runners how to train for--and finish--a marathon.

Jeff's revolutionary run walk run(R) method of training has enabled hundreds of thousands of people to complete marathons, and you can be among them. This innovative method opens marathon running to everyone, including those who may be out of shape, overweight, or past their athletic prime. Discover how to set up a personal training program, stay motivated, avoid injuries, burn fat, and more. You won't have to compromise your career or family life to be successful. This new edition includes updated training schedules with recovery components, and most training weeks require only 3 x 30 minutes of running or walking. You'll also appreciate the latest information on nutrition, mental training, eliminating injuries and exhaustion, and step-by-step instructions that give you control of your training regime.

Jeff's motivation techniques have kept countless marathoners on the road to their goals. This book shows you how to keep the fun in your run and how to stay away from aches and pains. With such guidance, it's possible for almost anyone to achieve the lifetime goal of finishing a marathon--while enhancing health, stamina, and life quality.

Benefit from coverage of topics like these:

• Training and inspiration


• Food and fat-burning


• Dealing with injuries and getting older

Review Quotes

"Never in a million years did I think I could accomplish such a feat!"

--Jackie Baca

"It really works!"

--Rosemary Shannon

"Everyone is pulling for you to get to the finish line."

--Cesare Lucido

About the Author

Jeff Galloway is known as America's coach for a good reason. After a competitive running career that included competing in the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, he dedicated his professional life to helping millions of average citizens improve their lives through fitness. In opening the first running specialty store in America (1973) and creating the run walk run training method, he continues to help others to experience the benefits of fitness, avoid injury, and be healthier, happier versions of themselves.

His Galloway Training groups operate in more than 50 cities. His groundbreaking book Galloway's Book on Running has sold more than 700,000 copies and continues to be a key resource for athletes today. He was recently touted as the most recognized running personality in America. His 32 books have been translated into 17 languages and are used around the globe.

Jeff's approachable and inspirational ethos has led him to become a sought-after keynote speaker for worldwide conferences and Fortune 500 company events. He successfully partners with major lifestyle and fitness brands, using his trusted influence to connect with consumers worldwide. He currently serves at the official training consultant of runDisney, as well as a Global Coach with Garmin.

Jeff's life mission is to allow everyone in the world to enjoy the unique brain- and body-enhancing benefits of exercise while carrying on life's activities. According to Jeff, his greatest accomplishment is hearing how his philosophies have helped improve the lives of exercisers across the world.