marathon running

Outlines the history of the marathon and the careers of seven great marathon runners, including Emil Zatopek, Abebe Bikila, Frank Shorter, and Bill Rodgers.

A comprehensive training guide for marathon runners focusing on improving mileage, distance, running strategies, injuries, a runner's diet, drinking on the run, mind games, and race-day logistics such as shoes, weight of clothing, fluids, and other gear.

Describes the life and achievements of the 1984 women's Olympic Marathon winner.

Discusses the history of marathon running, the marathon races now existing, famous runners, running records, and possible injuries that improper care may incur.