50/50: Secrets I Learned Running 50 Marathons in 50 Days--and How You Too Can Achieve Super Endurance!

Dean Karnazes
Wellness Central (2008)
ISBN 9780446581837
Reviewed by Reina Santana for Reader Views (11/08)

 

Dean Karnazes will inspire anyone to get out and run.  In this book, he shares how he completed fifty marathons in fifty days.  His stories made me feel as if I was part of a “running family.”  Dean’s writing style is friendly and informative; it made me feel confident about my running goals.  Running a marathon no longer seems like a far-fetched dream, but a doable goal that I can reach if I don’t give up and I’m willing to work hard. 

Dean shares valuable tips on how to become a better runner the practical advice is perfect for anyone.   He taught me that it was okay to adapt and change my workout routine to reach optimum performance, because what works for one person may not always work for me.  I love the running, nutrition, and apparel tips that are sprinkled throughout the book, and was pleasantly surprised to find a “Beginner’s Marathon-Training Plan” and a “Personal-Best Marathon Training Plan” at the end of the book.  I was also impressed by the overall message to work hard and focus on running as an enjoyable activity.  From now on, I will set goals, but will not forget to have fun as I work hard to achieve them.   

“50/50: Secrets I Learned Running 50 Marathons in 50 Days  and How You Too Can Achieve Super Endurance!” by Dean Karnazes will aid and inspire runners of all abilities.

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