1.
First Marathons
Inspiring stories of people's first marathon experience
40 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
2.
How to Train for and RunYour Best Marathon
Sections geared for new marathoners and good marathon training schedule.
25 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
3.
The Competitive Runner's Handbook
Great guide for fit and competitive neewbie marathoners who can and aim to run a 9 minute mile or faster.
5 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
4.
The Quotable Runner: Great Moments of Wisdom, Inspiration, Wrongheadedness, and Humor
Things to tell other runners and non-runners. Running is a passion.
4 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
5.
A Marathon Odyssey
This book descrbies the training and travel experiences of a novice runner as well as being filled with facts and history of marathon running. Also, see www.experiencebooks.ca for more information and excerpts, and reviews of the book.
3 points - added 15 years ago by guest -
6.
I Run Therefore I am Nuts
Excellent humor for explaining your running obsession
3 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
7.
The Runner's Yoga Book: A Balanced Approach to Fitness
Yoga for runners in mind and excellent for cross-training during marathon season.
2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
8.
Running Injury Free
Guide to treat, prevent and recover from several running injuries
2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
9.
The Runner's Book of Daily Inspiration : A Year of Motivation, Revelation, and Instruction
Keep motivated before, during and after marathon season
1 point - added 15 years ago by redmark -
10.
Running Within
Helps with building the mind-body-spirit connection to build endurance at all levels in order to finish the marathon
1 point - added 15 years ago by redmark -
11.
Stretching Anatomy
Warm ups and cool downs are essential for good training and this provides instructions on a variety of stretches.
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
12.
Complete Runners Day-By-Day Log and Calender
Good means of keeping track and on track during marathon training
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
13.
Treadmill Training for Runners
Good resource for when running outside is not a good idea due to weather conditions, safety issues, time or other factors.
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
14.
Explosive Running; Using the Science of Kinesiology to Improve Your Performance
Excellent exercise to help run faster or run more comfortably, especially if you are injured.
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
15.
Running with the Whole Body
Ways to learn to run with less effort and understand how your entire body works when you run, not just your legs.
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
16.
The Business Plan for the Body
Lose weight - Run Better. Simple, practical, no-nonsense weight loss guide
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
17.
The Complete Book of Running for Women
The ins and outs of running for female runners
0 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
18.
Ultimate Guide to Weight Training for Running
Weight training geared for runners, which can lower the risk for overuse injuries.
-1 point - added 15 years ago by redmark -
19.
Why We Run: A Natural History
A history of running for those with a passion for everything about running and runners.
-1 point - added 15 years ago by redmark -
20.
The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer
Good newbie advice and excellent marathon training schedule (also one of the longest for those who need the time).
-1 point - added 15 years ago by redmark -
21.
No need for Speed; A Beginner's Guide to Joy of Running
Crossing the finish line on your own terms
-2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
22.
Running Through The Wall; Personal Encounters with the Ultramarathon
For the ambitious newbie with a thirst for more after their first marathon as well as inspiration for how to complete a long distance running experience
-2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
23.
Runner's World; The Complete Book of Running
Good overview of marathon running and training using the conversational style of questions and answers with experts. Good book for bouncing between chapters as each stands alone.
-2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
24.
Pain Free: A Revolutionary Method for Stopping Chronic Pain
Interesting insights and practical methods to cure pain without medicine
-2 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
25.
The Lore of Running
Excellent training and information guide to running and racing.
-3 points - added 15 years ago by redmark -
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