{"product_id":"marathon-wisdom-an-elite-athletes-insights-on-running-and-life-9781782552451","title":"Marathon Wisdom: An Elite Athlete's Insights on Running and Life","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eMara Yamauchi is a two-time Olympian, Commonwealth Games bronze medalist, and the UK's second-fastest female marathon runner. This book of 42.195 insights distills her wisdom and experience as a world-class athlete, encouraging readers to think critically and set their own goals. It also takes the reader into the revered world of distance running in Japan. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 168 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 July 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Meyer \u0026amp; Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMara Yamauchi is a remarkable athlete with an impressive track record. She has achieved the remarkable feat of being a two-time Olympian, as well as a Commonwealth Games bronze medalist. Additionally, she holds the distinction of being the second-fastest female marathon runner in the UK, with a personal best of 2:23:12. However, Mara's accomplishments extend far beyond her speed and endurance. This book, which consists of 42.195 insights (the number of kilometers in a marathon), offers a profound glimpse into the wealth of wisdom and experience that Mara has accumulated as a world-class athlete. From the intricacies of planning training, optimizing nutrition, and effectively preparing for races, to navigating disappointments and overcoming challenges related to mental illness, Mara shares everything she has learned, both the good and the bad, as one of the world's top marathoners. What sets this book apart is its approach to coaching. Instead of simply providing pre-determined training plans, Mara encourages her readers to think critically and apply her insights to develop their own goals and strategies for improvement. She believes that each individual has unique strengths and weaknesses, and it is essential to tailor training plans accordingly. This book also takes the reader into the revered world of distance running in Japan, one of the world's marathon superpowers. Whether you are a beginner runner, a competitive athlete, or someone aspiring to reach the very top, this book has something valuable to offer. Mara's insights are not limited to the realm of running and can be applied to anyone who desires to realize a dream or achieve a lifelong goal in their chosen field. Her inspiring story and practical advice will undoubtedly motivate and empower readers to push their limits and achieve greatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 396g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 165 x 239 x 13 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781782552451\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mara Yamauchi","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099935666426,"sku":"9781782552451","price":10.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1659701308221_book.jpg?v=1659793325","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/marathon-wisdom-an-elite-athletes-insights-on-running-and-life-9781782552451","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}