How to Run a Marathon
The Go-to Guide for Anyone and Everyone
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Vassos Alexander
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Sarah Ovens
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Richard Trinder
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Vassos Alexander
About this listen
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.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Jack Moses
- 31-12-21
Brilliant
The book was a joy to listen too
It is a must have for any runner, beginner or expert alike.
I would recommend
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- 13-08-23
Feeding the running bug
As a veteran of nothing more than a couch to 5k this book has inspired me to lace up the running shoes and firmly plant a marathon goal, might take a while but so be it.
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- Yvonne richards
- 02-06-21
Realistic, funny, informative
I've been jogging now for 6 months and have been increasing my distance and speed to try and aim for a marathon one day. This book has helped eased my anxieties about taking part in a marathon and has given me hope that one day I will take part in a Marathon. Vassos is funny and he and his speakers give you insight and perspectives of each person's individual journey. There is great guidance on courses, stretching, fuelling, running and all sorts of other things that can give you the confidence to make it to a marathon yourself one day.
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- Dave
- 18-05-23
Great listen
My 1st audiobook it was well spoken and clear
Funny stories mixed in with great tips & information
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- lee ginger
- 19-07-23
Loved it couldn’t stop listening and running
As a newbie to running and having been accepted in the ballot at last for the 2024 London Marathon this book has given me inspiration and insight of how to achieve fingers crossed for next year🤞
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- Corinne Hollamby
- 03-06-21
Thoroughly enjoyable, thank you Vassos!
I’d heard the banter on Virgin Radio, now whose book should I buy? The audiobook won and it wasn’t what I’d expected, in a very good way. Loved being introduced to Lisa Jackson, Anna Harding and The Running Channel, Anita Bean and much much more. Thank you for sharing all the ups and down and the PDF Training Plans are a bonus.
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- NICHOLAS W G MACBEAN
- 04-11-21
inspiring
so much useful, relatable and inspirational advice in this book. I especially loved the personal experiences that were shared. I read this before and after I ran my first marathon in memory of my daughter.
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- RL
- 09-03-22
Easy, informative listen but…
Enjoyable gallop through running. Does overlap with previous two books but none the worse for that. Vasso very engaging but the voice of the actor reading the other male parts is very annoying - who knew everyone in running was so grandiose?
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- 19-03-22
Great for everyone
funny in parts good solid advice on running liked the whole book . pdf training plan for improver looks great .I have ran 20 marathons in total and this book has been a great tool to help me improve
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- Sophie
- 03-04-22
Entertaining and educational
I really enjoyed this. I wasn't sure what to expect. it wasn't the "training manual" I think some people expect it to be. It was informative, entertaining and educational all at the same time. Has made me love marathon running more. Can't wait to tick off some of the marathons Vassos has recommended.
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