For those who have attempted training for a long run or race on their own without much success, this book is definitely worth the read. It's based on a course that preps the students for a marathon from start to finish. I particularly like that it has a pre-training plan to get non-runners up to speed before the actual marathon training begins. Great training guide for beginners.

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MrsWomacksLibrary | 3 other reviews | Apr 11, 2011 |

The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer by David Whitsett

This book can take anyone from couch potato to current runner and properly train them for their first marathon. This book is a must for anyone that wants to get into running races without getting injured.

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tammyfay1 | 3 other reviews | Nov 7, 2010 |

The non-runner's marathon trainer by David A. Whitsett

Lent by Jen (who seems to be trying to get me to do a marathon!)

An interesting read. I don't necessarily agree with everything they say (taking two ibuprofen before every long/hard run?) but there's a good balance of technical and psychological information and personal experiences from people who've taken their marathon course. I found the visualisation techniques particularly interesting and helpful - both in terms of chanting positive phrases to oneself (silently!) when running, and the idea of creating a personal "video" of positive moments in one's running, which you can play back to yourself when challenged/tired/needing motivation. I recall trying to "set" specific moments during the last Birmingham Half, and I have been able to recall these and set them all together to make a very useful and positive thing to focus on.… (more)

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LyzzyBee | 3 other reviews | Jan 21, 2010 |

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