100 Marathons After 50

A Runner’s Journey of Discovery, Performance, and Growth

As a West Point graduate, former US Army Infantry officer, and previously competitive black belt martial artist, Gary Saxton prided himself on his physical fitness. So, he struggled with the steady decline of his health due to aging and a demanding career, until the day he finally decided to do something about it.

That launched Gary on an extraordinary fourteen-year journey during which he completed one hundred marathons and ultramarathons, all over the world, all after the age of fifty. His unconventional approach resulted in running beyond the circumference of the Earth in miles, navigating obstacles including back surgery and a heart attack, celebrating age group wins and Boston Marathon finishes, and above all, recapturing the active part of life usually lost to the aging process.

100 Marathons After 50 shares the three stages—Discovery, Performance, and Growth—that defined Gary’s journey, and which can apply to any personal transformation. This is a story that will inspire not only seasoned athletes and health and fitness enthusiasts, but any goal-driven individual looking to reach new heights of achievement.

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ISBN: 979-8-89138-416-3
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“Discovery, Performance, and Growth . . . Gary’s outline for running is equally an outline for life. His story of grit, training, and achievement is a wonderful guide not only for athletes, but for business people and anyone looking to achieve something great.”

—Alex Gorsky, former CEO and chairman of Johnson & Johnson

“100 Marathons After 50 will show you that age will not keep you from giving it your best shot, no matter what you do or how long it might take you to get to the top, whether it be running, business, or life in general. Gary’s story is full of valuable lessons we can use for our own success.”

—Dick Beardsley, marathon champion, speaker, and author of Staying the Course: A Runner’s Toughest Race

“Think again if you expect a weak broth of running tips from an experienced marathoner. This book will satisfy runners seeking personal growth, but this rich stew’s seasonings will also satisfy readers with broader expectations. Saxton writes with verve and wit to match his zest for running. Self-improvement guaranteed.”

—Col. John M. Vermillion (Ret.), author of The Supe: A Novel of West Point

“I have practiced pulmonary and critical care medicine for over forty years and never encountered a story like Gary Saxton’s. When serious illnesses, including a heart attack, threatened to incapacitate him, his decision to push through his limits led him to run over one hundred marathons. This is a wonderful story of hope and determination, encouraging each of us not to give in to life’s challenges.”

—Anthony Ottaviani, D.O., MPH, Clinical Professor of Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University and former Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida

“Gary Saxton’s accomplishments are amazing to me, and will be to anyone who wonders how to formulate a challenging goal and then relentlessly pursue its attainment—no matter what. A really great and valuable read!”

—Richard J. Faleschini, former president and CEO, Biosphere Medical and vice president and general manager, Coronary Stents, Medtronic, Inc.

Gary Saxton

Ultramarathon Runner and Fitness Expert

Gary M. Saxton is a former US Army Infantry Captain who served in West Berlin, Germany during the Cold War. Following his military service, he began a decades-long career in business, landing executive roles in both public and private technology companies in Silicon Valley, as well as other locations in the United States and Japan. A graduate of West Point and Harvard Business School, he also trained in the martial arts, earning multiple black belts and competing at the intercollegiate level. He began his running journey as a way to address declining health and physical fitness challenges from both aging and a demanding career. His 14-year journey includes 26 ultramarathons, 8 Boston Marathons, 13 World Marathon Majors, and his 100th overall marathon on the original course in Greece.

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