How to Run a Marathon

The Go-to Guide for Anyone and Everyone

By: Vassos Alexander

Narrated by: Sarah Ovens, Richard Trinder

Ever been tempted to try a marathon? Maybe you’ve just started running, perhaps you’re gaining confidence, or are you already well on your way to conquering the iconic distance? Whatever stage you’re at on your journey, join marathon man Vassos Alexander as he shows us why we shouldn’t be afraid of the big 26.2.

Every marathon runner’s journey is different. You might have caught the bug after experiencing that adrenaline rush of completing your first 5k; it might be a desire to finally cross something off your bucket list; or, perhaps it was a bit of an absentminded afterthought while watching TV, crisps in hand, and a niggling voice saying ‘maybe I could do that’ – it was for Vassos, at least. However far along you are in your journey, How to Run A Marathon shows us that absolutely anyone can take those first steps to defeating the distance. In fact, you’ll probably end up enjoying it a lot more than you think.

Including inspiring interviews with runners from all walks of life, delightful tales of remarkable marathons all over the world, crucial training and nutrition tips and so much more, Vassos shares all the lessons he’s learnt — from start line to finisher’s medal.

Funny, candid and motivating, this book will not only help you succeed in your marathon quest but empower you to complete the distance any way you want. Whether that’s achieving a particular time or simply finishing in one piece, How to Run a Marathon will guide you through.

Hilarious and engaging

Loved it all! Motivating, funny, and honest. Great to listen to while training. Will listen again and again!

Great insight

Very insightful and an in depth experience to running long distance. A great guide to prepare for your first marathon too.

The performance was so entertaining!

I loved the humor and real life experiences. There were some inspiring quotes and book recommendations.

Funny and inspiring

Loved all of the different stories that were shared, I laughed, I cried, I became inspired to take on 26.2 again-even after a 10 year hiatus. Thank you for a great read and the great training plan and tips, looking forward to putting it into action soon!

Great read a lot of laugh out loud moments and good tips

I really enjoyed the narration and the tips. There were a lot of laugh out loud moments