Master the Marathon

'A must-have for any woman targeting the distance' Runner's WorldMaster the Marathon is a comprehensive guide to marathon training for women at all levels of running - beginner, intermediate and advanced. Packed with tips from the foremost female experts and coaches in running, Master the Marathon takes you through everything you need to know to be prepared for the 26.2 miles of the marathon, including:· Detailed training plans and strength training programs· How to build mental awareness of your body· Optimum nutrition and diet· Identifying and avoiding potential injuries· Guidance on finding the best marathon for youBoth incredibly practical and deeply motivating, and including a foreword by Olympic long-distance runner Desiree Linden, Master the Marathon will help you unlock the strength and determination inside you to embark on the spectacular journey that is the marathon.

Having Master the Marathon as a resource designed specifically for women is going to help us find our proper paces, necessary fueling needs, optimal mind-set, and more by using the details in our life and physiology that make us unique. Most important, this guide is going to provide you with the practical tools to help you become a better version of yourself, Frank and encouraging ... Women looking for a guide to long distance running need look no further, A must-have for any woman targeting the distance, Providing access to the kind of insights elite runners enjoy

Ali Nolan is a journalist and writer based in Utah, USA. As the former features editor and current contributor for Runner's World, she is active in empowering women in the running world, having spoken at the Under Armour Women's Panel, Donna Marathon Pre-Race Dinner, and other events. She has completed two road marathons, a trail marathon, and other races.