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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A global-elegance runner and 4-time Olympian stocks the existence courses he’s discovered from each and every of the twenty-six marathons he’s run in his storied profession. 

“An athlete whose knowledge and courses aren’t only for runners.”—The Washington Post

When Meb Keflezighi—the primary individual in historical past to win each the Boston and New York Town marathons in addition to an Olympic marathon medal—ran his ultimate marathon in New York Town on November 5, 2017, it marked the top of an unusual distance-operating profession. 

Meb’s {last|ultimate|remaining|closing} marathon used to be additionally his twenty-6th, and each and every of the ones marathons has include its personal distinctive demanding situations, rewards, and results. In 26 Marathons, Meb takes readers on the ones mythical races, alongside each and every hill, bend, and surprising flip of occasions that made each and every marathon a fantastic studying revel in, and an enchanting tale.

26 Marathons provides the knowledge Meb has gleaned approximately existence, circle of relatives, id, and religion along with tips on operating, coaching, and vitamins. He presentations runners of all ranges tips on how to observe the teachings he is discovered to their very own operating and lives. Equivalent portions suggestion and sensible recommendation, 26 Marathons provides an within have a look at the existence and luck of some of the largest runners residing as of late.

Praise for 26 Marathons

“26 Marathons is a quick learn, assured to be well liked by scholar athletes plus arduous-middle and leisure runners, who will no doubt agree that Meb is an American treasure and operating ambassador who by no means fails to encourage.”—Booklist (starred evaluation)

“26 Marathons offers nice perception concerning the usaand downs in marathon operating and the way to deal with them. As Meb presentations, coping with those marathon reviews lend a hand us change into higher in our lives.”—Eliud Kipchoge, Marathon International Report Holder and 2016 Olympic Gold Medalist

“Meb’s 26 Marathons is like beginning a treasure chest filled with inspiring tales that supply in the back of-the-scenes glimpse into the psychological and bodily joys and stumbling blocks that elite-stage racing can deliver. His recommendation on coaching, overcoming accidents, and adversity is for everybody. It’s 24-karat gold!”—Shalane Flanagan, 2017 TCS NYC Marathon Champion