Ever been tempted to try a marathon? Maybe you’ve just started running, perhaps you’re gaining confidence, or are you already well on your way to conquering the iconic distance? Whatever stage you’re at on your journey, join marathon man Vassos Alexander as he shows us why we shouldn’t be afraid of the big 26.2. Ever been tempted to try a marathon? Maybe you’ve just started running, perhaps you’re gaining confidence, or are you already well on your way to conquering the iconic distance? Whatever stage you’re at on your journey, join marathon man Vassos Alexander as he shows us why we shouldn’t be afraid of the big 26.2. Every marathon runner’s journey is different. You might have caught the bug after experiencing that adrenaline rush of completing your first 5k; it might be a desire to finally cross something off your bucket list; or, perhaps it was a bit of an absentminded afterthought while watching TV, crisps in hand, and a niggling voice saying ‘maybe I could do that’ – it was for Vassos, at least. However far along you are in your journey, How to Run A Marathon shows us that absolutely anyone can take those first steps to defeating the distance. In fact, you’ll probably end up enjoying it a lot more than you think. Including inspiring interviews with runners from all walks of life, delightful tales of remarkable marathons all over the world, crucial training and nutrition tips and so much more, Vassos shares all the lessons he’s learnt — from start line to finisher’s medal. Funny, candid and motivating, this book will not only help you succeed in your marathon quest but empower you to complete the distance any way you want. Whether that’s achieving a particular time or simply finishing in one piece, How to Run a Marathon will guide you through. The Go-to Guide for Anyone and Everyone Vassos Alexander is one of the best known sports presenters in the UK. He’s heard by millions every morning as part of the Chris Evans Breakfast Show on Virgin Radio. He’s covered seven Olympic Games and commentated on everything from tennis to triathlon, diving to darts.A seasoned endurance runner with a sub-3hr marathon PB, he has completed some of the longest and most gruelling races on earth. He’s run almost 100 marathons and ultramarathons. He’s also the author of two bestselling books on running, Don’t Stop Me Now and Running Up That Hill. He lives in London with his wife Caroline and three children. The Go-to Guide for Anyone and Everyone • Vassos is an experienced writer with a fantastic track record, having authored two successful books in this area already, including Don’t Stop Me Now (16.7K TCM) and Running Up That Hill (5.3K TCM).• For a long time, he was the main sports voice on BBC Radio 2, and is now on Virgin Radio with the Chris Evans Breakfast Show.• Vassos also has great relationships with other authors, and has had Alex Hutchinson, Ross Edgley and Dr Rupy on the Chris Evans show.• He has a substantial following of over 58K on Twitter.• How to Run A Marathon is one of the only guides in the market to make marathon running feel accessible, grounded in expert advice for beginner and pro runners alike. Competition: Jog On;Your Pace or Mine;Born to Run;Why Running Matters;The Lost Art of Running;Beyond Possible;Running Like a Girl;Ultra Runners. By;Bella Mackie;Lisa Jackson;Christopher McDougall;Ian Mortimer;Shane Benzie;Tim Major;Mimi Anderson;Alexandra Heminsley
Publicat de: HarperCollins Publishers