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Hansons training philosophy -- Marathon physiology -- Training program components -- Hansons training plans -- Schedule modifications -- Selecting race goals -- Supplemental training -- Marathon nutrition and hydration -- Recovery -- Marathon gear -- Race tactics -- Post-race: what now and what next? -- The Elite Program: Hansons-Brooks distance project -- Training plans annotated with supplemental work -- Sweat-loss calculator

Whether this is your first marathon or your fiftieth, you're still looking for ways to decrease injury and set a new personal best. Humphrey and the Hansons help you build up to the moderate-high mileage required for marathon success, spreading those miles more sensibly throughout the week. You'll also learn how to integrate flexibility and strength work into your training week, and discover the most effective recovery methods

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