From Last to First - A Long-Distance Runner's Journey From Failure to Success

For anyone aspiring to run a marathon, or indeed anyone who wants to set themselves a goal they think beyond their reach - and achieve it - this is an essential book.

About the author

Charlie Spedding joined Gateshead Harriers when he was 16 and competed in distance races for 20 years. He now runs occasionally, and also enjoys long distance cycle trips. Working as a community Pharmacist in the North-East of England, he passionately believes most people could improve their health with more regular exercise. He has been a summariser with Radio 5's London Marathon coverage for 17 years. Charlie is an optimist by nature, despite being a life-long Sunderland supporter. He has three children, four step-children, and lives in Newcastle with his wife, Christina.

Summary

For anyone aspiring to run a marathon, or indeed anyone who wants to set themselves a goal they think beyond their reach - and achieve it - this is an essential book.

Product details

• Authors: Charlie Spedding
• Publisher: Aurum Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 03.04.2014
• EAN: 9781781312223
• ISBN: 978-1-78131-222-3
• No. of pages: 224
• Dimensions: 128 mm x 198 mm x 15 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > Track and field athletics, gymnastics; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Biographies, autobiographies; Marathon und Geländelauf