Run Your Best Marathon: Your trusted guide to training and racing better

by Sam Murphy

'Quite simply, it contains the tools to make you a better runner. Make space on your bookshelf for this timeless, classic marathon manual.' -Paul Tonkinson

'Drawing on decades of running and coaching experience, Murphy provides a current resource that long-distance runners are sure to return to time and again' - Booklist

Learn how to run your best marathon and get the most out of your training.

There's no shortage of advice out there on how to train for a marathon and yet it can be hard to know what will work best for you .

Run Your Best Marathon is here to change all that with the expertise of running coach Sam Murphy. Whether you're looking to step up to the marathon for the first time or to better previous performances over the distance, Sam's runner-centred approach will help you prepare for and race your chosen marathon to the best of your ability.

Choose from six training plans, each pitched at a different level of mileage, intensity and experience. The plans are backed up by a wealth of essential information and advice on how to train, race, eat and recover. Learn how
– assess yourself and set a realistic goal
– adjust your diet to optimise training and recovery
– get your brain onside to resist fatigue and overcome discomfort
– stay healthy during training and respond to injuries
– master the skill of racing.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sports

288 pages, Paperback

Published December 6, 2022

Reviews

[Agustina Sosa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book with advice and tips for beginners attempting to run a marathon for the first time. Some experienced marathon runners may not find it that useful, but stills being interesting and easy to read

[Caitlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful information with lots of background and science behind it all. Overall, a fairly useful book if you’re a beginner runner learning how to navigate a marathon. If you’re a dedicated runner that is already familiar with training plans, fueling, and recovery - you probably won’t find anything new or groundbreaking in here.

[Kevin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of useful information and potential strategies, particularly for those first timers or less experienced runners. To be fair, I have not run a marathon so I am judging based on my experience with running (a couple of half marathons). If I do decide to run a marathon I will definitely take a hard look at the plans laid out in the book and the other advice included.

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some helpful tips and full of sound science. Training plans might be useful in future. I have to admit to laughing when it stressed the importance of rest in the week leading up to the marathon. A little monster had other ideas!

[Kathrin Peters · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive guide to running that really ticks all the important boxes. Nothing entirely new here for me, but good reinforcement and reiteration of some things I needed a reminder or second perspective on. Glad I read it.

[Christi · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing really earth-shattering here.

[Alexis Bauer Kolak · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nothing revolutionary here, but a salad and complete review of marathon training. I thought the information on planning your nutrition was the most interesting part.

[Kate Bryan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really insightful book, covered all bases.
Took a lot from this, especially the training plan sections

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well rounded look at dialing your running to achieve success in a better marathon time.

[Lena Huins · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good guide. Really well written (easy to follow). I will return and give it five stars if I achieve my marathon goal (sub4).

[Kale Hamm-Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

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