Run: Beyond The 5K - The Complete Training Guide To Running the 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon Race

by Michael Thomas

Are You Ready To Run Your First 10K, Half-Marathon, or Marathon Race?!

 

You've run your first 5K race. You've had thoughts of running another 5K, but faster. You've probably thought about training for a 10K race in your hometown to see if you could run the full 6.2 miles. 

 

The thought may have even crossed your mind about someday running a Half-Marathon as a stretch goal. 13.1 miles is a long way to run, but you're pretty sure if you work hard enough, it can be accomplished.

 

It's even possible that you have come to love running so much that you've thought about going all the way: running a full Marathon...26.2 miles!

 

No matter which of these statements is true, one thing is for certain: You are a runner, and you are ready to take the next steps: Beyond The 5K!

  

Everything you need to start distance running is included in this book!

 

Topics Covered Include:

Proper Nutrition Stretching Warm-Ups and Cool Down Common Running Injuries Fartleks (Speed Running) Core Strength Cross Training Target Heart Rate Training Full training plans for 10K, Half, and Marathon Races!!

 

Personal Note From The Author:

This book blends years of personal experience gained from my successes and failures. I show you my unique approach to running that took me from a complete couch potato to running multiple marathons. I understand the challenges and frustrations of transitioning from being a beginning runner because I went through it personally. I lost over 60 pounds, and I am in the best shape of my life due to the techniques used in this book.

 

This is why I've put together this step-by-step guide to learning distance running. I'm confident that the techniques I used to turn myself from an out of shape non-runner into a healthy, fit, and efficient runner will work for you as well!

 

In an effort to provide my readers exceptional value, I also promise a response to all reader emails. All running related questions will be answered with a quick personal reply!

 

I thoroughly hope you enjoy this book.

Happy Running!

~Michael

Genres: Health, Nonfiction

88 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 17, 2013

About the author

Michael Thomas is a husband, father, avid runner, self-taught chef, and internet entrepreneur. He has published books about running, cooking, and eBook publishing,

Librarian’s note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Reviews

[Sheila Malone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breaking a plateu

I have been back running for 18 months. I still consider myself a beginner because I am mostly doing 5ks. This book was super inspiring and I totally love the idea of a mantra...definitely going to adopt that on my next fartlek. I hope to see an improvement in my next 5k as I am preparing for another sprint triathlon in 2 months. You helped recharge my goals!

[Suzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

If you are looking to take the next steps after a 5K this book offers accessible, real advice for real people. It makes any distance seem possible with the correct mindset, nutrition plan, and dedication. Thanks for reminding me why I run, and helping me remember that a marathon is attainable with dedication and deliberate work. Great read!

[Anirban · Rating 4 out of 5]

A easy read guide for beginner as well as advance runner.

This books has to the point information needed for runnners,whether they are beginners or the ones looking to advance themselves.overall ots a nice and eaay read with ample information for runners.

[Melody Okonski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple teaching for runners

I liked this book because it was well organized and easy to read. It was also full of helpful information for beginning runners and runners at all levels. Thank you!

[Tria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative

As s newbie runner, I appreciate the insider's view from someone who's gone through the same experiences. It was informative and provided very clear instructions of things to do and not to do.

[Wendy Krause · Rating 5 out of 5]

Starter

Would recommend even to those that already have plans or done races, great reminders. Quick easy to read and follow.

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned some, but not as much as I was hoping to learn.

[Ronnie Cramer · Rating 2 out of 5]

A brief guide with some helpful information.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good solid beginner advice

There are likely more complete guides and lots of tech out there but for a beginner or recreational runner making the transition it's a good book.