The Complete Guide to Marathon Walking

By Dave McGovern

Thorough and entertaining guide to marathon running by a widely respected running coach. Especially helpful for the novice runner but also helpful to the veteran. Sections cover the background of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0966217624
• ISBN13: 9780966217629
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: World Class Pubns
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.8" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

The Complete Guide to Marathon Walking

This book is very helpful for someone who has never done a marathon and now that I have one behind me, I'm using this to review and prepare for a second marathon. It covers everything from what to wear, eat, stretches, training schedule, injuries, recovery, etc. A great read!

Great Book for Runners and Walkers

I have read at least six different "ultimate guides to marathon training" before I came across this book. It is the best of the group. Dave explains not only what marathoners should do, but also why it is done. He does it in easily understandable and entertaining words. The book is both informative and a joy to read. While the book was written for walkers, much of the informations applies to runners as well.

If You Doubt You Can Do It, READ THIS BOOK!

If you have any doubts about whether or not YOU can walk a marathon, read this wonderfully inspirational book by Dave and your doubts will vanish. Dave is an excellent writer as well as an excellent coach. There is so much of value in here that you'll be able to benefit hugely even if you have walked a marathon before. I've just let a friend borrow my copy and he told me he has already got some ideas for his next marathon, and he's walked 11 of them before!!!

An Absolute Must For Marathon Walkers!!

I read and reread this book several times during the 5 months of training for my first ever marathon. I completed the Disney Marathon 2 days ago and put Dave McGovern's training tips to the test. I can tell you they are tried and true!!! I never once felt like I was going to hit the wall, was injury free and had alot of fun. This book is full of info on buying shoes, stretching, nutrition, race day strategies, training schedules, what to do before, during and after the marathon and lots of laughs. There are also testamonies from marathon walkers as well as lots of info about walker friendly marathons nationwide. His writing style is so personable and warm you almost feel like you're having a conversation with him. As far as I'm concerned he's my coach. I wouldn't even consider letting go of my copy.

Dave Gives Great Advice!

This book is a great read! I really enjoyed all of the tips and hints that Dave gives throughout. As a Team In Training member I thought I had learned a lot, but after reading Dave's book I really added a lot to my bag of tricks. If you are serious about doing a marathon this book is a definite must!