Von null auf 42

Can someone who has never done any sport become a marathon runner within a year? The companion book to the ARD television series "From Zero to 42" documents a scientifically supervised experiment that shows how this goal can be achieved. Seven untrained and also overweight people were prepared systematically and under medical supervision for one year to run the 42 km of the famous New York City Marathon in November 2003. The book provides background information, portraits and testimonials from the seven participants, and is also a guidebook that answers sports medicine questions and shows how to successfully complete a training plan. "From Zero to 42" is an impetus for the target group of non-runners. The fascinating basic message is directed at them: "You too can run a marathon - you have to.