Books by Hal Higdon 

Marathon

The Ultimate Training Guide

 

 

As running's popularity soars, millions are taking the marathon challenge. Let Hal Higdon, veteran of more than 100 marathons, guide you through the training and preparations to ensure that you cross the finish line in triumph. Originally published in 1993, Marathon remains Hal Higdon's most popular book. Recently revised and updated, it is a must for anyone planning a 26-miler, whether for the first time or to set a Personal Record.

The new edition of Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide should be in your running library. This completely updated edition reflects major changes in the sport that have occurred in the last decade, not only in how runners now train for the marathon, but how they race it. Hal draws on his recent experience working with runners in a class for The LaSalle Banks Chicago Marathon. That class (which uses Marathon as its text book) has grown from 150 to 2,500 participants since 1993. Tens of thousands more from all over the United States and abroad use Hal's on-line training schedules or seek his advice through his Virtual Training forums.

"I've learned much more working with my class and with runners on-line," says Hal. "So much has changed since Marathon originally was written. We now have gels and pacing teams, plus the Big City marathons keep getting bigger and better. We're in the midst of a second marathon boom, fueled by younger runners, many of them female. It's an exciting time to be running marathons."

The result is a new and timely book. Order your copy now. Domestically, all our books are sent USPS Priority Air. Internationally, we can ship Global Priority for a small, additional charge. Click Here To Order. As soon as we get your order, we will ship you your copy with Hal's personalized autograph. You will get your book within two to three days. In addition, everyone ordering a copy of Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide will also receive a free copy of Hal's booklet, Marathon Training Guide, an extra $4.50 value.

 

Hear what others have to say about Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide:

"This revised edition provides clear and effective advice that will get any runner across the finish line of a marathon. I highly recommend it."

Frank Shorter, 1972 Olympic marathon champion

"Higdon's years of marathoning experience come through in this practical book. Aspiring or veteran marathoners will benefit enormously from its proven guidance."

Grete Waitz, 9-time winner of the New York City Marathon

"Marathon is must reading for anyone who wants to maximize performance."

Nancy Clark, R.D., Author of Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook

"There's plenty of sound training advice here for runners of all levels."

Ken Sparks, Ph.D., Marathon personal record of 2:28 at age 46

 

To read an excerpt from Marathon, click here: The Mystique of the Marathon.

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