An exclusive look at a champion marathoner's elite training methods, which readers can adopt themselves.
Meb Keflezighi's victory at the 2014 Boston Marathon made him the first American man to win the race in 31 years. He's won more than a dozen national titles and is a three-time US Olympian. Meb is also the founder of the MEB Foundation, which funds programs that promote fitness and other positive lifestyle choices for children. He lives in San Diego, CA. Scott Douglas is senior content editor for Runners World's Web site. He is the coauthor of six other running books. He lives in Portland, ME.
“Meb Keflezighi is one of the most passionate and dedicated runners
in the world.He is an icon for American distance runners. Now Meb
has chosen to share his training secrets and tips with the world.
Every runner, from the beginner to elite, can gain tremendous
insight and wisdom in Meb for Mortals. Get ready to take your
running to another level with help from Meb.” —Kara Goucher,
two-time Olympian
“Since our days at UCLA, I have seen Meb work hard to get the best
out of himself. The longevity of his career is simply amazing. Meb
for Mortals gives unique insight into how Meb has been able to get
better with age.” —Baron Davis, two-time NBA All-Star
“Having trained with Meb over the years, I know first-hand his love
of running and his commitment to improvement. In Meb for Mortals,
runners of all abilities and motivation levels will be inspired and
able to develop with his sage advice.” —Deena Kastor, American
record holder in the marathon and half-marathon
“My experiences as a competitive runner have had a direct impact on
the way I operate in business. To become a success in business,
sports or life, you must set challenging, personally meaningful
goals and be accountable to those goals. In Meb for Mortals, Meb
shows us all how he does this, and how you can, too.
” —John Legere, President and CEO, T-Mobile US
“I have admired Meb Keflezighi as a runner and as a person for many
years, and seeing him win in Boston--my hometown--last year was
deeply gratifying for me. If you want to achieve your distance
running goals while maintaining a healthy balance of training and
family life, Meb for Mortals is the book for you.” —Shalane
Flanagan, Olympic bronze medalist and American record-holder in the
10,000 meters
“Meb is one of the greatest champions I've ever known in all of my
many different lives. His kindness, gentleness, persistence,
perseverance, and steely determination have, combined with his
unique athletic prowess, helped him to achieve remarkable things
both as a runner and as a human force of nature. Please, I
challenge you to take just one step in Meb's shoes by reading his
brilliant and inspiring new book, Meb for Mortals. You will never
look at life, running-or anything else-the same way again.” —Bill
Walton, Basketball Hall of Fame 1993
“Meb is an inspirational athlete with an inspirational story. I am
sure any insight into his training and mental outlook on life will
be of benefit and interest to many.” —Paula Radcliffe, women’s
world record-holder in the marathon
“Meb Keflezighi was a huge help and inspiration to me when I ran
the New York City marathon last year. He is without a doubt the
world's number one expert on training and running. I would
recommend that anyone who is looking to participate in a running
event of any length collect and absorb the insight and tips in this
wonderful book prior to their race.” —Caroline Wozniacki, winner of
22 career WTA singles titles
“Running was a big part of my training back when I was competing on
the ice and now, in my retirement from skating, I've turned to
running again both for fitness and for the challenge it presents.
The wisdom and motivation I have gleaned from reading Meb for
Mortals will serve me very well both in my next marathon and in
life.” —Anton Apolo Ohno, two-time Olympic Gold medalist
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