Advanced marathoning

Foreword

Preface

Part I: Training components. Elements of training

Nutrition and hydration

Balancing training and recovery

Supplementary training

The older (and wiser) marathoner

Tapering for peak marathon performance

Race-day strategy

Part II: Training programs. Following the schedules

Marathon training on up to 55 miles (89 km) per week

Marathon training on 55 to 70 miles (89 to 113 km) per week

Marathon training on 70 to 85 miles (113 to 137 km) per week

Marathon training on more than 85 miles (137 km) per week

Multiple marathoning

Appendix A: Marathon race-pace chart

Appendix B: Equivalent race times: 10K through marathon.