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Book SynopsisAn Updated, Interactive Guide to Take Your Running to the Next Level With 20 years of running and competing around the world under her belt, Krissy Moehl is a top female ultramarathon runner, respected by her peers and an inspiration to runners everywhere. With enhanced chapter information, quotes from pillars in the sport and her updated training plans-including write-in running logs to keep track of progress-you'll be able to train for your first ultra like a pro. Moehl's experience translates into the most effective and easy-to-follow training method, broken down into phases to help all runners take it to the next level and accomplish their goals. She will guide you on everything from choosing the right race for you to injury prevention and picking the right gear. She also shares her love of the sport by providing helpful tips, bonus content and personal stories. With this book, you will find all the resources and encouragement you need to succeed in challenging your mind and body with an ultramarathon!

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Book SynopsisIt’s no secret that if you plan to run in the toughest endurance races, you need to physically prepare for the extreme demands you will be subjecting your body to. But successful runners will be quick to note that physical preparation is only part of the equation. You need to be mentally strong to withstand, and overcome, the challenges of this grueling sport. That’s where Mental Training for Ultrarunning comes in. Sport psychology consultant Addie Bracy has coached and provided mental performance consulting to elite athletes in many sports, and she herself has been a competitive distance runner for more than two decades. In Mental Training for Ultrarunning, she combines her firsthand coaching and running experience, along with profiles of ultrarunners who’ve experienced the highs and lows of the sport, to explain what you need to know and practice in order to cross that finish line. In this book, you will learn tools and techniques to help you prepare for and overcome some of the biggest mental and emotional challenges you may encounter in ultrarunning. You’ll find more than 35 practical activities that will guide you in taking an introspective look at your own potential roadblocks so you can develop and strengthen the skills you need to run with confidence. Whether you’re training for your first ultra or looking to compete at a higher level, Mental Training for Ultrarunning will prepare you for the good, the bad, and the worst experiences you might encounter on the trail, road, or track. With expert guidance from athletes who have seen it all, you’ll learn how to train your mind and anticipate all the variables that could keep you from achieving your ultimate running goals.Trade Review“Whenever we are asked about the most important attributes for an athlete, we respond with one word: ‘belief.’ In Mental Training for Ultrarunning, Addie Bracy shows how belief is a complex skill that can be developed by anyone who wants to unleash the boss athlete within them. This book will revolutionize how people think about training, and it's going to help create badass life superstars too. We are going to open it so many times and dog-ear so many pages that we just hope the book's binding believes in itself as strongly as the athletes who read it will learn to believe in themselves.”—Megan Roche, MD, and David Roche, Authors of The Happy Runner and Coaches at Some Work, All Play“Though ultrarunning is defined by extreme physical distances, it is universally considered to be primarily a mental challenge. There is no better guide to preparing for the mental challenges of ultrarunning than Addie Bracy. She is the real deal on all levels: as an elite ultrarunner, coach, and mental performance consultant.”—Mark Aoyagi, PhD, Codirector of Sport and Performance Psychology and Professor at the University of Denver“Mental Training for Ultrarunning is an essential read that allows you to understand the complexity of racing and competing in a sport that requires the utmost physical and mental preparedness. You also get a glimpse into the minds of the best ultrarunners in the sport and how they overcome adversity.”—Hillary Allen, Professional Trail Ultrarunner, Running Coach, Speaker, and AuthorTable of ContentsForeword by Clare GallagherChapter 1. Why Psychological Breakdowns Happen in Ultrarunning Understand the importance of finding your mental weaknesses, and develop the skills to make them a strength.Chapter 2. Find Your Why for Running Identify your values and build a deeper, more sustainable connection to running.Chapter 3. Manage Your Stress Response Learn to control your nerves and respond appropriately to outside stimuli to feel confident, calm, and collected.Chapter 4. Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable Embrace the discomfort of running long distances and overcome the mental and emotional toll of such difficult challenges.Chapter 5. Run the Mile You’re In Focus on what you can influence, stay in the present, and avoid getting distracted by possible outcomes.Chapter 6. Stick to the Grind Prioritize your behaviors to find motivation and consistency over the long haul.Chapter 7. Be Adaptable Learn how to problem solve and cope with adversity.Chapter 8. Run With Courage Approach challenges with an open mind and be able to relinquish control.Chapter 9. Get Out of Your Own Way Manage doubts and control negative self-talk to find confidence and belief in what you can accomplish.Chapter 10. Emotionally Bounce Back From Physical Setbacks Respond to setbacks and roadblocks such as injuries and DNFs with a positive, action-oriented approach.

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Book SynopsisYou already know that running can be invigorating, therapeutic, fun, and challenging. And you are likely painfully aware that it can lead to stiffness, muscle imbalances, and overuse injuries such as knee pain, shin splints, sciatica, and hamstring and groin strains. Let Yoga for Runners show you how to incorporate yoga and breathing techniques into your workouts, help you eliminate chronic aches and pains, and keep you running stronger and longer. Each of the featured yoga poses was exclusively selected for runners and is described in detail to ensure correct execution and improve strength, mobility, and flexibility. Every part of the body is addressed to help you strengthen the spine, core, upper body, hips, hamstrings, knees, and feet and ankles. Accompanied by full-color photos, the poses are also arranged into 13 yoga sequences to address specific areas of concern such as core stability, strengthening and lengthening the hamstrings, increasing mobility of the hip joint, speeding up the recovery process after a practice run or race, and loosening the neck and shoulders, which is particularly beneficial for runners who sit much of the day. Anatomical illustrations and descriptions explain how the poses and sequences decrease your risk of acute or chronic injury as well as why they are beneficial to your training regimen.Yoga for Runners also features breathing and mindfulness techniques to help you become more alert to the signs of a possible injury developing and to know when you can push your body a bit harder. Now is the perfect time to start a yoga program that will help your endurance, strength, breathing, and mental sharpness and make your running experience more productive, pain free, and enjoyable for years to come.Table of ContentsChapter 1. The Running–Yoga ConnectionChapter 2. Fit Body and MindChapter 3. BreathingChapter 4. Prevent InjuryChapter 5. Healthy SpineChapter 6. Core StrengthChapter 7. Upper BodyChapter 8. HipsChapter 9. HamstringsChapter 10. KneesChapter 11. Feet and AnklesChapter 12. Restore and RecoverChapter 13. Yoga SequencesChapter 14. Yoga Off the Mat

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Book SynopsisIf you are a serious runner, you are well aware of the aches and pains associated with the sport. Run Healthy: The Runner’s Guide to Injury Prevention and Treatment was written to help you distinguish discomfort from injury. It provides the latest science-based and practical guidance for identifying, treating, and minimizing the most common injuries in track, road, and trail running.Gain a better understanding of how the musculoskeletal system functions and responds to training. Develop a practical and effective training plan to address the regions where injuries most often occur: feet and toes, ankles, knees, hips, and low back. Learn how a combination of targeted strength training, mobility exercises, and running drills can improve running form, economy, and performance.When injuries inevitably happen, you’ll know how to identify them, treat them, and recover from them. Get targeted recommendations for some of the most common issues runners face, such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, shin splints, hamstring tendinitis and tendinopathy, and IT band syndrome.Throughout, you’ll hear from 17 runners on how the techniques in this book helped them overcome their injuries and got them quickly and safely back to training and racing. You’ll also find an in-depth discussion of alternative therapies such as acupuncture, cupping, CBD, cryotherapy, and cleanses to help you separate fact from fiction and decide for yourself which, if any, of these therapies to pursue.Injuries can and do happen, but with Run Healthy you’ll be running strong for many years to come.Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.Trade Review"When I was a new runner, the best thing I did was entrust Coach Cane with my life—my training, sure, but also my emotional well-being throughout my first marathon build. Not only did he accomplish his task of getting me to the start line and finish line healthy, he helped me (a former run hater) become someone who loves to run and who has a healthy relationship with the sport. Not an easy task! Jonathan Cane, Emmi Aguillard, and Allison Goldstein are three of the best at what they do. Run Healthy is a tremendous resource for runners of all levels, written by three people who have been there, run that; learned from it all; and are here to share their wisdom and insight with us all. What a gift!"—Ali Feller, Host of the Ali on the Run Show Podcast Table of ContentsPart I. The Runner’s BodyChapter 1. Understanding the Body’s Tissues and Their Healing ProcessesChapter 2. Navigating Your Treatment OptionsChapter 3. Injuries to Muscle and BoneChapter 4. Soft Tissue MaintenancePart II. Body RegionsChapter 5. Feet and ToesChapter 6. AnklesChapter 7. KneesChapter 8. HipsChapter 9. Low BackPart III. Common ConditionsChapter 10. Plantar FasciitisChapter 11. Achilles TendinitisChapter 12. Shin SplintsChapter 13. Hamstring Tendinitis and TendinopathyChapter 14. IT Band SyndromePart IV. Healthy TrainingChapter 15. Principles of Smart TrainingChapter 16. Ideal Running FormChapter 17. Nutrition and FuelingChapter 18. Alternative Therapies and Myth Busting

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Book SynopsisBreakthrough Women’s Running is written just for you—a woman runner who has big goals and needs a plan to achieve them. In her trademark fun and upbeat style, professional runner and coach Neely Spence Gracey will set you up for success with an inside look at her own story in the sport—paired with the science, experience, strategies, and insights that have worked for her and countless other female runners who set challenging goals and achieved them. Told with engaging storytelling and packed with colorful images and practical recommendations to improve your running, Breakthrough Women’s Running offers 5K, 10K, half-marathon, marathon, and run-walk training plans to suit your current distance or pacing goals. With the strength and mobility workouts included in the plans, you don’t have to wonder where and how to fit in these important (but often overlooked) components of a successful running training program. Learn how to breathe in rhythm and how to focus with mantras and mindfulness exercises. Get specific guidance on how to best manage unique challenges that women confront such as hormone fluctuations; training through the menstrual cycle, while pregnant, or after childbirth; and training while also raising a family. Know how to train to prevent injury as well as how to return to running should an injury occur. And fuel your training with five simple recipes that are nutrient dense and simple to prepare. You’ll hear from well-known, successful women runners such as Sara Hall and Nell Rojas on how even elite runners experience highs and lows in their training as well as how they themselves overcame obstacles to reach their goals. At the ends of chapters, you’ll find Breakthrough Goals—a section of small, tangible actions that you can apply in your own training to overcome specific obstacles. If you’re looking for a strategic and progressive approach for breaking through your physical or mental barriers to achieve more successful and fulfilling running, you’ve found it with Breakthrough Women’s Running.Trade Review“If you’re a female runner looking to reach the next level, you’ll want to add Breakthrough Women’s Running to your list.”—Runner’s World"Every runner wants to reach the next level. In Breakthrough Women’s Running, Gracey and Kuzma show you how. This book is packed with clear, easy-to-follow advice plus personal stories and anecdotes that will elevate your running and your life."—Michelle Hamilton, Journalist and Coauthor (With Olympian Deena Kastor) of Let Your Mind Run"In our community, there are few things we love more than a book written for women, by women. Breakthrough Women’s Running is a robust lifestyle guide that will help you take your fitness—and confidence—to the next level.”—Sarah Bowen Shea, Coauthor of Run Like a Mother and Host of Another Mother Runner Podcast"This book is game changing for women's running. I found myself wanting to keep reading and reading as I simultaneously soaked in wisdom, smiled in appreciation, and nodded my head in agreement. Neely and Cindy are elevating women's running in the best way."—Megan Roche, MD, Coach for Some Work, All Play (SWAP); 2016 USATF Women’s Ultra Trail Runner of the Year; Six-Time Member of Team USA; and Coauthor of The Happy Runner“If you’re a female runner looking to reach the next level, let Breakthrough Women’s Running help you get there! Blending the perspectives of pro runner Neely Gracey and prolific running writer Cindy Kuzma, along with the experiences of seasoned and successful athletes, this book is a must-read for female runners of all ages, abilities, and aspirations.”—Becky Wade, Professional Runner and Author of Run the World: My 3,500-Mile Journey Through Running Cultures Around the GlobeTable of ContentsPart IChapter 1. Dream Big; Start SmallChapter 2. Plan SmartChapter 3. Recover RightChapter 4. Feed Your FirePart IIChapter 5. Master Your CycleChapter 6. Ready, Set, GrowPart IIIChapter 7. Train Like an AthleteChapter 8. Stay HealthyChapter 9. Exercise Your BrainChapter 10. Breathe BetterPart IVChapter 11. Let’s Get Running!Chapter 12. 5K and 10K Training PlansChapter 13. Half-Marathon Training PlanChapter 14. Marathon Training PlanChapter 15. Run-Walk Training PlanChapter 16. Reset for SuccessChapter 17. Get It Together

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Book SynopsisBecoming a Sustainable Runner is not just another running guide on developing the physical attributes to run faster or longer. What it will help you achieve is a newfound purpose that merges your passion for running with your concern for your health, your community, and the environment. It weaves together concepts of internal and external sustainability in a way that will help you run, think, and act in a way that is in line with your values.Divided into three parts, the book begins by giving you the tools to find excitement and joy in your runs and sustain your running for the long term. These include acknowledging stressors, setting new challenges, changing where you run and who you run with, and prioritizing physical and mental rest to minimize the risk of injury, illness, and burnout.Next, discover ways to enrich your running through personal connections. Learn about the importance of joining or forming a running community that fosters comradery with others who believe in the power of service and in giving back in meaningful and impactful ways.Then, tap into your passion to sustain our planet. Know what it means to be an eco-conscious traveler, make environmentally friendly choices about where you run and the products you use, and reduce your carbon footprint through the 3R’s: reducing, reusing, and recycling.Throughout the book you’ll enjoy stories from the authors about their personal challenges and triumphs as runners and stewards of the environment. Quotes and insights from well-known runners who are also climate change and environmental justice advocates underscore the breadth and depth of the issues facing us all.As a runner, you have the power to change the world for the better. Becoming a Sustainable Runner provides actionable steps to help you do just that.Trade Review“Tina and Zoë make us think about our strategy and goals in races and life. Better yet, they expect us to channel our energy for the greater good and the environment. I highly recommend Becoming a Sustainable Runner to everyone who exercises!”—Meb Keflezighi, Olympic Marathon Silver Medalist and Winner of the New York City Marathon and Boston Marathon“I’ve been waiting a long time for a book that puts running in the broader context of our bodies, our minds, and the world around us. Becoming a Sustainable Runner is that book.”—Malcolm Gladwell, New York Times Bestselling Author“I've loved running for a long time now, and I often think about how running nourishes me. What I don't think enough about is how we can use running to make our world better too. Becoming a Sustainable Runner is a practical guide for how we can all do this, in ways that make our running all the more joyful and sustaining.”—Simran Jeet Singh, Five-Time Marathoner and Author of National Bestseller The Light We Give"Becoming a Sustainable Runner is a fantastic example of how to improve your life in more of a wholesome way, and running is the muse that can be used to become aware and integrate how we are and want to live the rest of our life. When we are aware, we have more choices. When we are healthy, we make healthier choices, and those choices help the rest of our lives and the planet."—Darin Olien, Author of New York Times Bestseller Superlife and Cohost of Down to Earth With Zac Efron“Tina stands out as a vastly experienced and accomplished athlete, but it is her ability to place her craft in the broader context of life that makes her stand apart. In Becoming a Sustainable Runner, she helps explain not just how to run well but also how to live well by running. The difference is important, and it makes for a great read.”—Tim Brown, Cofounder of Allbirds“In Becoming a Sustainable Runner, Tina and Zoë have written a beautiful, thought-provoking, and empowering book. It gives us the tools to become more sustainable runners and drive positive change in our world, as well as the belief that we can all make a difference. Personally, it has helped me reframe my relationship with running and given me more confidence to challenge the status quo and fight for inclusion.”—Sophie Power, Ultrarunner and Founder of SheRaces"Becoming a Sustainable Runner is like getting a joyful, motivational hug from friends before a big race. Zoë and Tina grab flashlights, shine them under our beds, and help us realize those things we all share can be friends instead of monsters. It's always so scary to think of big topics like showing up every day, relentlessly, to improve as a runner and community member. This book teaches us that showing up every day can be so damn fun, especially when you have one of those flashlights that Zoë and Tina shine into the dark places. After you read this book, you're going to have to buy extra-strength melatonin because you're going to be so excited to wake up the next day and show the heck up. It's a delightful feeling, inspired by a delightful and important book.”—David Roche and Megan Roche, MD, PhD, Coaches and Authors of The Happy Runner "Every runner looking to embody a truly sustainable lifestyle needs to read Becoming a Sustainable Runner. Zoë and Tina explore every aspect of what being a sustainable runner means, from the lenses of mental health and body image, all the way to environmental impacts and sociocultural perspectives. This book exemplifies the interconnectedness of our actions with the outside world and goes to show that lifelong runners will be those who can find sustainability across all areas of life, not in just the sport of running.”—Grayson Murphy, professional runner for Saucony, 4x US Champion | 2x World Champion Table of ContentsPart I. Sustain Your Runner’s Mind and BodyChapter 1. Play the Long GameChapter 2. Bolster Your ConfidenceChapter 3. Clear Out the ClutterChapter 4. Focus on Sustainable StrengthChapter 5. Reduce Injury RiskChapter 6. Explore Your SurroundingsChapter 7. Replenish Your BodyPart II. Sustain Your Running CommunityChapter 8. Find Your PlaceChapter 9. Give BackChapter 10. Consider ActivismPart III. Sustain Our PlanetChapter 11. Encourage Sustainable EventsChapter 12. Be an Eco-Conscious TravelerChapter 13. Consume With CareChapter 14. Reduce, Reuse, RecycleChapter 15. Eat and Drink Responsibly

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Book SynopsisGood racing doesn’t just happen. It’s a skill that must be honed with training and hard work. In Personal Best Running, Coach Mark Coogan shares his successful formula for running fast—while staying healthy and happy—without running taking over your life.Coach Coogan has excelled in running as both an athlete and coach, producing numerous Olympic and champion runners. His success is founded in his belief that long-term running success is impossible if you’re not training and racing in the right environment and that running should never come at the expense of your overall physical or mental health. In addition to training strategies that will shave minutes off your time, Coach Coogan will also show you how to sleep and eat properly, surround yourself with supportive people, psychologically navigate setbacks and challenges, lower your injury risk, and have a life outside of running.Get the physical and psychological strategies needed to build an aerobic base, balance hard work and recovery, achieve good running form, and turn adversity into an advantage. Learn the importance of strengthening and warm-up exercises, and master running drills that will make you a stronger runner. Plus, access the 30 online video clips that showcase the exercises and drills in action.Coogan provides numerous training schedules for the mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon as well as schedules for running multiple races in a short period of time. For each distance, choose the length of training (from 6 weeks to 16 weeks) and weekly mileage range. The plans are supplemented with training and racing tips to help you better understand how to apply the concepts to your own running strategy.You’ll also get a personal look at what successful runners do as Coach Coogan shares some of his own experiences as a runner and coach. And you’ll draw plenty of motivation and inspiration from the athlete profiles of eight of his accomplished runners, including Drew Piazza, Alexi Pappas, and Elle St. Pierre.If you want to run better and race faster, now is your chance to train with Coach Coogan and Personal Best Running.Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.Note: A code for accessing online videos is included with all print books.Trade Review“Mark’s love of the sport and depth of knowledge set him apart as one of the premier running coaches in the world. I’ve known Mark throughout my professional career and have loved getting to work with him and his athletes at the top level of the sport. Athletes at any level can benefit from Mark’s knowledge and passion for running!”—Molly Seidel, Olympic Medalist in the Marathon“Growing up in New England, Mark Coogan was the athlete all young runners aspired to be, and when I became a coach, he was the coach I wanted to be as well. In Personal Best Running, Mark grants you access to the philosophy, problem solving, and insight of one of the top distance coaches in the world. The decades of experience and wisdom contained in the pages of this book are priceless; however, Mark’s practical delivery of the knowledge makes Personal Best Running the unique tool that it is. These pages will leave readers feeling like they just downloaded decades of knowledge to apply to their own running.”—Mike Smith, Director of Cross Country and Track and Field at Northern Arizona University and Coach of Multiple NCAA Championship Teams“I knew there was something special about Mark after only a few practices at Dartmouth College when he became my coach during my junior year. Mark transformed me from a promising college athlete into an Olympic-bound pro. This book will teach you how to apply Mark’s insightful principles to become fast and fit the right way. If you are an ambitious runner at any level, Personal Best Running is a must-read!”—Alexi Pappas, Olympian, Author, and Filmmaker“Mark’s coaching record speaks for itself, with a résumé full of Olympians and national champions. He has a depth of knowledge for what it takes both physically and mentally to get the best out of yourself. This, combined with the passion he shows toward the sport he loves, is a guaranteed recipe for success. Mark will not only help you achieve your running goals but, more importantly, he’ll also help you achieve them in the most enjoyable way possible.”—Jake Wightman, World Champion in the 1,500 Meter Race“Reading these pages transported me back to how I felt as an athlete of Mark’s—his passion for the sport is magnetic, and it calls you to dream higher. His simple, person-centered approach to training has a way of making the most daunting of goals seem attainable . . . until they really are. Mark inspires everyone from weekend warrior to Olympic athlete to believe it is indeed possible to pursue your best without losing yourself along the way—that IS the way.”—Abbey Cooper, Olympian and Seven-Time NCAA Champion“Mark Coogan knows what it takes to run fast and keep it fun. He’s done it throughout his career as an athlete and has continued that mission as one of the world’s best coaches. His holistic approach to training and racing will help you become a better runner and reach your goals—regardless of your age, ability, or experience level—all while maintaining a healthy relationship with the sport.”—Mario Fraioli, Coach and Host of The Morning Shakeout PodcastTable of ContentsPart IChapter 1. The Coach Coogan Training PrinciplesChapter 2. Building a Good Training EnvironmentChapter 3. Staying Strong and HealthyChapter 4. Using Your Mind to Run FasterChapter 5. How and Why to Be a Student of the SportPart IIChapter 6. Racing Is a Skill You Can MasterChapter 7. What’s in the Schedules, and How to Follow ThemChapter 8. Training for and Racing the MileChapter 9. Training for and Racing the 5KChapter 10. Training for and Racing the 10KChapter 11. Training for and Racing the 15K to Half MarathonChapter 12. Training for and Racing the MarathonChapter 13. Training for and Racing Many Events in a Short PeriodChapter 14. 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Book Synopsis“An insightful tour of an intense athletic world unknown to most.” —Kirkus Reviews Looking at life through the lens of this unique sporting community, journalist and veteran marathon runner John Trent draws a direct line between the mentors, companions, and challenges from the trail and the paths we all face in Running Toward Life. When covering the 100-Mile Western States Endurance Run as a pace runner, John found himself running 38 miles after joining his friend Joe Baninburg at the 62-mile mark. That day would see temperatures soar to 104 degrees-still the hottest day ever recorded at the Western States Endurance Run-but it would also ignite his love for the ultra running sport and the life-affirming code of compassionate care these competitors live by. The mindset that helps ultra runners commit to such an arduous journey is one that John found can also help anyone overcoming challenges in life off the trail, too. Over the years, John would document the stories, hard-earned lessons, and the shared experiences within the community he became part of while on the trail.

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Book Synopsis'Running with Karnazes is like setting up one's easel next to Monet or Picasso.' The New York TimesIn his follow-up to the bestselling Ultramarathon Man, Dean Karnazes is back with more mind-blowing tales of how he pushes his mind and body to limits which are inconceivable to most of us. In Run! Dean shares the pleasure - and considerable pain - of some of his most memorable adventures, including:- a gentle 350-mile canter through the surprisingly hilly Australian Outback;- his annual attempts at the Badwater Ultramarathon in Death Valley, California (typical temperature: 45 degrees); and- the notorious 4 Deserts races, a masochist's delight encompassing four separate 155-mile runs across the Atacama Crossing, the Gobi, the Sahara and Antarctica...with rationed water.Dean's entertaining and endearing stories are sure to inspire both dedicated and vicarious runners alike.Trade ReviewRunning with Karnazes is like setting up one's easel next to Monet or Picasso. * New York Times *[C]harts the weird, wacky and downright mind-boggling adventures of ultramarathon man Dean Karnazes * Glasgow Herald *Real-life adventure stories from a superathlete. * Independent *

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Book SynopsisTony Robinson-Smith, his wife Nadya, and ten Bhutanese college students set out to run 578 kilometres (360 miles) across the Kingdom of Bhutan in the Himalayas. Joined by a stray dog, they slogged over five mountain passes, bathed in ice-clogged streams, ate over log fires, and stopped at every store, restaurant, guesthouse, and dzong to raise money for the Tarayana Foundation. The “Tara-thon” was the first endeavour of its kind and gave 350 village children the chance to go to school. En route, the Long Distance Dozen met a Buddhist lama, a royal prince, a Tibetan renegade, and a matriarch who told them the secret to long life. On arrival in Thimphu, they were decorated by Her Majesty the Queen. In this contemplative memoir, Tony describes Bhutan in rich detail at a transformative period in its history and reflects on tradition, belief, modernization, and happiness. See the book trailer at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-VsWAbTHAQTrade ReviewA worthy addition to the canon of running memoirs. An unprecedented journey across a singular spiritual landscape, enlivened by Robinson-Smith’s keen eye for detail, beautiful prose, and remarkable endurance. A travelogue that takes seriously its responsibility to its hosts. Thoughtful, mindful, compelling. -- Award Committee * Nonfiction Prize, New Brunswick Book Awards *"Robinson-Smith's account of the Tara-thon is lively, richly detailed and unvarnished... [The] imagination is caught by what Robinson-Smith reveals about the society itself, Bhutan's history, the wary insularity of its mountain fastness, the harsh demands of life there, the delightfully appealing economic measure known as Gross National Happiness, and the effects, good and bad, of increased contact with the modern world." Richard Cumyn, The Fiddlehead, November 2018 -- Richard Cumyn * The Fiddlehead *"Travel writing in Canada is alive, well, and robustly athletic.... Robinson-Smith does a good job of juxtaposing Western perceptions, both historic and modern, with the challenges faced by the Bhutanese..." [Full review at http://canlit.ca/article/running-and-riding-away/] -- Zöe Landale * Canadian Literature *Table of ContentsMap 1 Lama’s Blessing 2 Precious Teacher 3 “Long Distance Dozen” 4 Birth of an Idea 5 Royal Sanction 6 The Longest Climb 7 Clowns and Phalluses 8 Death of a Runner 9 Shabdrung Sheep 10 Yalama! 11 Cure for Our Sufferings 12 Bumpy Road to Wangdi 13 Tea with Her Majesty Epilogue Acknowledgements Notes Glossary

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Book SynopsisThis conference book includes contemporary reports and corresponding studies on swim starts conducted by young scientists from around the world. The various topics relate to individual starts from the block, backstroke starts, and relay starts, highlighting different aspects and phases of the corresponding movement behavior. Most of the reports published in this book have been presented during the 2015 Young Experts Workshop of Swim Start Research supported by the Federal Institute of Sport Science in Germany.

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Book SynopsisThis is the book that will take any woman, at any fitness level, into the running lifestyle. Jeff Galloway, a US Olympian in 1972, has helped over 150,000 people make this journey while reducing or eliminating aches, pains, and injuries suffered during most training programs. Jeff developed the Run Walk Run® method of training, and together with his wife Barbara, he offers a step-by-step program specifically designed for the needs and concerns of women. Included are lots of tips on staying motivated, building endurance, selecting shoes, stretching, and strengthening, as well as making smart nutrition choices, and much more.

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Book SynopsisEvery runner's story is part of a great tradition of running stories. Running Throughout Time tells the best and most important of them. From Atalanta, the heroic woman runner of ancient Greece-when goddesses advised on race tactics-to the new legends of Billy Mills, Joan Benoit Samuelson, and Allison Roe (the modern Atalanta), this book brings the greatest runners back to life. It's the perfect runner's bedside storybook. Colorful, dramatic, alive with human insight and period detail, these stories are also full of new discoveries. Within these pages, readers will find the true story of Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon; they will read text from the world's first newspaper report of a footrace (1719). The book uncovers important evidence of the first road races, the origins of cross-country running, and the earliest marathons, telling the true story of the origins of the marathon and just why racers must run exactly 26 miles, 385 yards (42.2 km). Further, it tells more modern stories, like those of women's marathon activist, Kathrine Switzer. Roger Robinson is a vivid storyteller and a lifelong elite runner who knows the sport deeply and passionately, yet he is also a meticulous scholar who digs and digs until he gets the story right. He shares his findings here, such as those from his investigation of the tragedy during the 1928 Olympics when most of the women running the 800 meters collapsed in distress. Roger has been everywhere in running: elite runner, masters champion, stadium announcer, TV commentator, researcher, and journalist. The stories in this book are selected because each is significant in the greater story of running and because Roger can bring something new and exciting to their telling. From variant translations of ancient poems, dusty stacks of old newspapers, crackly handwritten notebooks, and carefully studied film footage, Roger has done every kind of homework to get these unforgettable stories right. All runners should read this book to really know whose footsteps they run in and why running is worthy of the effort they give to it.

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Book SynopsisWith The Planted Runner, runners will learn to optimize training with plant-based nutrition, harness the power of their minds, and perform at their best while discovering the joy of running at any age. Plant-based nutrition is no longer a fad, but rather has been shown to optimize athletic performance and reduce recovery time. Fueling with the power of plants is not only a suitable eating plan for training, but it is also delicious and satisfying. Author Claire Bartholic breaks down the information to provide complete understanding of how to eat not only to fuel running, but also to enjoy eating. Readers will also find a chapter devoted to basic ingredients and building blocks of a plant-based diet, rounded out with runner-specific fueling recipes. Successful training requires more than just good plans and nutrition, however. With the proven mindset training techniques provided in this book, the runner will quiet that negative self-talk which can sabotage the best efforts to find his or her potential. Through her coaching, Claire Bartholic has found the best way to successfully integrate those three critical elements-physical training, plant-based fueling, and mindset techniques-to help hundreds of runners reach their personal bests, and she provides her wealth of knowledge in this book.Trade Review"Plant-based running is more than a diet or a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. Claire Bartholic understands this, and in The Planted Runner she takes a refreshingly holistic approach to providing the wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration needed to maximize the many benefits of this increasingly popular lifestyle choice." –Matt Fitzgerald, award-winning endurance sports journalist and bestselling author of 80/20 Running and How Bad Do You Want It.****"Whether you are brand new to plant-based eating and running or simply looking to refine how you already fuel and train, Claire Bartholic’s The Planted Runner has you covered. With joy, passion, and years of experience as a coach, Bartholic offers readers a clear and practical guide." –Danielle Friedman, author of Let’s Get Physical: How Women Discovered Exercise and Reshaped the World and award-winning journalist for the New York Times;****"Even if you are not a plant-based runner, Claire Bartholic provides one of the best summaries of running training principles we have ever seen! The book is a smart and fun cheat code for understanding training principles that can help anyone become a better runner or coach. Claire rocks!" –David Roche and Megan Roche, MD, authors of The Happy Runner and coaches of the Some Work, All Play team

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Book SynopsisKing of the Fells. Iron man. Lake District fell running legend. Joss Naylor is all of these things and more. His achievements are astounding, his records stand the test of time. In 1983 he completed the 105-mile Lakes, Meres and Waters (LMW) route in a staggering 19hr 14min and to this day, describes it as one of the best routes he ever ran. High praise indeed and yet, so few know of it. Part guidebook, part inspirational regaling, this book interweaves tales of past and present as Naylor reflects on his 1983 epic on a re-walk 37 years later. In the company of award-winning author, Vivienne Crow, Naylor recalls that magical day, sharing stories and anecdotes from, not just his run, but the 1980s fell running scene, his working life and growing up in the Wasdale Valley. Naylor's tales, together with breathtaking photography, are accompanied by basic guide notes for the LMW route, sticking as closely to his 1983 run as possible. These notes divide the route into ten stages (ranging from 9 to 14 miles), allowing runners and walkers to follow in the footsteps of the King of the Fells, albeit on a more relaxed schedule. From Loweswater to Over Water, visiting 27 of the Lake District's largest bodies of water, the LMW route guarantees vistas of unparalleled beauty and an unforgettable experience in true fell country.Table of ContentsMap Key Overview map ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS FOREWORD INTRODUCTION Chapter 1 Loweswater to Ennerdale Chapter 2 Ennerdale to Eskdale Green Chapter 3 Eskdale Green to Dunnerdale Chapter 4 Dunnerdale to Coniston Chapter 5 Coniston to Skelwith Bridge Chapter 6 Skelwith Bridge to Troutbeck Chapter 7 Troutbeck to Haweswater Chapter 8 Haweswater to Glenridding Chapter 9 Glenridding to Keswick Chapter 10 Keswick to Over Water Appendix A Marshals and split times for Joss's 1983 LMW Appendix B Glossary of dialect terms and topographical features Appendix C The 27 lakes, meres and waters Appendix D Route summary table Appendix E Some of Joss's challenge runs

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to one of the simplest and most effective forms of exercise. Why waste money and resources on petrol and gym membership when you can get a workout from your front door? This book covers all the reasons to run, the types of running, who can take part, how to prepare, what you need, where to run, how to keep safe, running nutrition, extra gadgets, good techniques – and how to keep that motivation! It includes a variety of sample running plans for different age groups, levels and goals, so is ideal for beginners to intermediate runners. With clear and accessible text, and attractive illustration.

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Book SynopsisOver the last forty years, running has grown from a niche sport for a handful of committed club athletes into one of the Western world’s most popular pastimes. In Running, Identity and Meaning, Neil Baxter asks: What kinds of people have been drawn to running in such numbers? What do they seek from the sport? And what does running’s popularity tell us about ourselves and the society we live in today? Delving into the great paradox of running: that despite its low cost of entry and inclusive ethos, the sport remains riven by inequalities, Baxter showcases how gender, class, age and ethnicity influence whether and how different groups participate in the sport, and explores its role in the reproduction of social structure and the search for distinction. By considering running simultaneously as a technique of self-cultivation, a social field in which forms of capital and status are at stake, and an important source of meaning and identity for millions of people across the world, this book equips readers to understand the many diverse links between the sport, society, and individual identities.Trade ReviewWriting as both a runner and a scholar of running, Baxter brings a unique perspective to this engaging and insightful study of running as a classed and gendered social practice, drawing out the diverse investments and identity-producing possibilities across different categories of running. This enables him to explore running’s embeddedness in, and reproduction of, middle-classness, exposing the complexity of the superficially simple and coherent leisure practice of putting one foot in front of the other. The book offers a clearly and engagingly articulated account that brings empirical data into dialogue with social theory in ways that will be of interest to those working in the fields of gender, class, sport and leisure studies, health, embodiment and social theory. And it is a must-read for anyone who has ever pulled on a pair of running shoes and hit the pavement, track or fell. -- Dr Karen Throsby - School of Sociology and Social Policy, University of LeedsNeil Baxter’s illuminating book relates running in its different forms to contemporary self-identities, stressing the importance of hierarchies of class and gender, and highlighting what running can tell us about runners’ values and individualized subjectivities, in a way that goes well beyond viewing running simply as a sport or leisure activity. Utilizing but transcending his position as an insider within the field, his book is both highly sociological in its insights, and also written in a clear, articulate and ultimately very readable way, providing food for thought for academic and running audiences alike. -- Richard Lampard - Associate Professor of Sociology, University of WarwickThis is a theoretically sophisticated and beautifully written analysis of the field of running which, as its title suggests, takes a Bourdieuian approach to understanding the way running is implicated in the reproduction of social identities and meanings. It tackles head on the idea that sport is somehow unworthy of serious sociological attention, showing what can be learned about contemporary social life by exploring different forms of running and how they are crucially shaped by gender, race and class. The author, who, as a runner as well as a sociologist is uniquely well-qualified to write about the field, argues that running, like most sport, is a gendered field, privileging specific (usually white and middle-class) masculinities, and that this has implications for other social groups in terms of participation. He shows that some forms of running are more open than others to those who are not privileged within the field but that they hold lower status in the hierarchy of running. This book is a joy to read. It holds intrinsic interest not only for sociologists of sport but also for those concerned with the way inequalities are reproduced and how Bourdieu’s ‘thinking tools’ can be used to understand the way running in particular, and sport more generally, shine a light on how social processes operate at the micro level to reproduce patterns of social distinction. -- Nickie Charles - Professor and Director of the Centre for the Study of Women and Gender, University of Warwick, UKTable of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction: Why running matters Chapter 2. Researching running: Embodiment, lifestyle and identity Chapter 3. The evolution of a field: A brief history of running as sport in Britain Chapter 4. Running the numbers: Quantitative insights and a map of the field Chapter 5. Disciplining body and mind: Running as a technique of the self Chapter 6. The price and the meaning of success: Training, competition and performance Chapter 7. Running places: How the sites of running matter Chapter 8. Conclusions: Running, society and identity

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Book SynopsisThis handy trivia book is packed with everything you need to know about running, including potted history, quirky facts, sayings and hints about the planet's most popular exercise form.It includes running philosophy and advice on how to get more out of your daily run. From science to humour, tips to tales, it runs the reader through everything they need to know about pounding the pavement.This pocket-sized guide to running is the perfect gift for runners of all ages and experience levels.'Running is the greatest metaphor for life, because you get out of it what you put into it' Oprah Winfrey, talk-show host, actress and producer, as seen on Huffington Post.In 2011, Belgian runner Stefaan Engels set the record for the most consecutive marathons run – 365. He was 49 years of age. A study at the University of Oxford concluded that the post-run buzz people get after running is sparked by cannabinoids – the same substance that's found in marijuana. Table of ContentsThe starting gun • A harrier's history • Hints and tips • They said it • Strange but true • The finishing line.

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Book Synopsis'Everything Wharton-Malcolm does has the aim of helping people achieve the best version of themselves' Evening Standard 'In a world where expectations of others is making people drop out of sport, Cory hooks you back in. With his straight up communication and infectious sense of humour, Cory inspires people from all around the world to find the joy in running.' Chris Watt, Runner, Friend, Brand Director Think running isn't for you? Running coach Cory Wharton-Malcolm challenges this idea head-on with this joyful love letter to running and motivational guide for beginners. Advocating running as an inclusive and community-focused activity, Cory shows us how to celebrate the incredible mind-body connection by getting your trainers on and starting your running journey from the couch to the end of the road and beyond. Sharing stories of his own mental and physical health challenges and the way running - both alone and with track buddies - lifted him up, All You Need is Rhythm and Grit includes advice on kit, running routes, pacing, good beats and the will to start and keep going. Cory believes you don't have to be a tall and slim superhuman to run and feel good doing it! For anyone who thinks running isn't for them, here is a vibrant and inclusive guide to one of the most egalitarian sports for people of all genders, all bodies, all identities and every class and colour.Trade ReviewAn inspiring journey of self-discovery through the world of running. Cory Wharton-Malcolm's book breaks down barriers and proves that anyone can embrace the joy of running, regardless of their preconceptions. Get ready to embark on a transformative adventure, discovering your own unique path to strength and happiness -- Hector Espinal, Co-founder of We Run UptownA perfect blend of the why and the how of running, with both the inspiration and the information you need to power your running journey. Entertaining, engaging and crammed with knowledge, Cory Wharton-Malcolm's book could change your life -- Joe Mackie, deputy editor, Runner’s World magazineAll you need is Rhythm and Grit is not just a title but a philosophy. What Cory has managed to create inside these pages is a love letter to a sport that most people think doesn't love them. He reaches out from the page to speak directly to anyone who needs to hear his message that running IS for you and that it can exist as a tool to discover the person that you deserve to be. Through both brutal and delicate tales from the road and beyond Cory manages to turn running into a joyful and attainable activity that can bring so much more than just fitness into your life -- Tom Flowers, Runner, Wizard & Co-conspirator of TrackMafiaBy reading this book you'll get a head start, which is a gift for any runner whether it's the first time your lacing up your shoes or you're off to run an ultra ... In a world where expectations of others is making people drop out of sport, Cory hooks you back in. With his straight up communication and infectious sense of humour, Cory inspires people from all around the world to find the joy in running. -- Chris Watt , Runner, Friend, Brand DirectorPraise for Cory Wharton-Malcolm: -- . * . *He sees a profound social benefit to exercise and coaching in an era of isolation * Guardian *Cory proves that you don't have to look like a stereotypical runner to feel the benefits * Metro *Championing inclusivity remains his MO * Men's Health *Everything Wharton-Malcolm does has the aim of helping people achieve the best version of themselves * Evening Standard *Wharton-Malcolm adds an infectious, positive and playful energy to your run * Runner's World *

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Book Synopsis‘The emotional pain of failing just felt like it was going to be a bit worse than the physical pain of carrying on … ’Attempting to break long-distance running records used to be an underground endeavour, until the virus-stricken summer of 2020 came along. Only a few, such as the Bob Graham Round in the Lake District, had ever broken into mainstream consciousness. But an absence of running races thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic resulted in an unprecedented rise in the popularity of attempts at breaking these records.In Broken, Ally Beaven takes an entertaining look at just why 2020 was so unusual for long-distance running. With his interest in Fastest Known Times (FKTs) piqued, Beaven immerses himself in the scene. His summer becomes one of spending hours in the hills feeding, cajoling and generally trying to keep safe the runners he is supporting, as well as following the dots of live trackers in the middle of the night and endlessly refreshing his Twitter feed as records tumble around the country.Through the stories of John Kelly’s epic Grand Round, Beth Pascall’s record-shattering Bob Graham Round, Donnie Campbell’s mind-bending new mark for bagging all 282 Munros, Jo Meek’s new overall record for the Nigel Jenkins Dartmoor Round and many others, Beaven brings us an inside look at the incredible FKT machine.Broken is the story of the summer of 2020, a historic time for running in the UK.Trade Review'Ally brings to life the stories of records set in the Cairngorms, Dartmoor and Land's End to John o'Groats alongside other long-distance feats. He has a great way of telling a story and scratching beneath the surface to see what made 2020 such a record-breaking year.' – Dave Littler, The Fellrunner'You might expect an anthology of ultrarunning struggles to be a bit dry, but Broken is an understated and (seemingly) effortless stroke of genius.' – Keri Wallace, UKHillwalking.comTable of ContentsIntroduction1 James Elson and the FKTs2 The Two Stewarts3 Sabrina Verjee4 The Big 65 Beth Pascall and Finlay Wild6 The Dartmoor Round7 Donnie Campbell (Part 1)8 LEJOG (Part 1)9 Nicki Lygo10 LEJOG (Part 2)11 The Grand Round12 Donnie Campbell (Part 2)13 Stephen PoultonAcknowledgements

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Book Synopsis1001 Running Tips by Robbie Britton is a light-hearted and informative guide to all kinds of running.This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your running, whether you’re just starting out and aiming to run for 30 minutes without stopping or if you’re training for your first marathon – this book will improve your running.The myriad of topics featured include starting out, setting goals, training plans, injury, nutrition, safety, kit, running with your dog, navigation, sleep deprivation, running in all weathers, racing, fell running and music. Robbie’s unique and accessible style will keep you entertained and, most importantly, he’ll motivate you to keep enjoying running, overcome obstacles getting in your way and to become the best runner you can!Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsFeedback and updates1 Basics Starting outWhere to run?Goal setting and race choice2 Training BasicsTraining plans and do you need a coach?Effort levelsTypes of session The long runUltra-long runsThe chaos of periodisationStaying motivatedRest daysTaperingCross-trainingStrength and conditioning3 Skills and techniques Fell, trail and mountain runningDownhill runningUphill running or hikingNavigation4 Environment Hot weatherCold weatherRainAltitude5 The runner’s body NutritionPre-race foodRace foodInjuryFeetMenstrual cycleSleep deprivation6 Racing The pre-race toiletOn the start lineThe gun goes offWhen the going gets toughA racing mindMulti-day racingHow to run an ultra24-hour runningFKTs7 Kit and equipment ClothingSustainabilityTechnologyHead torchesHiking poles8 Travelling Training camps and adventuresRacing overseasFastpackingWhat to pack for an adventureBivvying and camping9 Stuff Trail and track etiquetteRunning with your dogToilets on the runMusicSafety firstBloggingSocial media10 Reading list

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Book SynopsisWhat if running in beautiful places was paradoxically contributing to the destruction of those precious environments and causing irreversible global harm to people and animals too?In We Can’t Run Away From This, ultrarunner Damian Hall examines the impact of running in our climate and ecological emergency. Packed with insights from experts, it is an enlightening read which will prompt us all to really think about our kit, food and travel, and to identify simple changes we can make to our running and wider lives. But Damian also asks if concentrating on our individual footprints (pun unintended) is really the answer.We can’t run away from this any more, and this book will give every runner ideas about how to live and exercise more sustainably.Trade Review‘Gut-wrenchingly serious but also cleverly light-hearted. It’s impossible to read this book and not make changes to your life.’ – Beth Pascall‘Damian has done diligent research and used his own life as a test case to show practical ways we can contribute to a better future, while still enjoying (most of) the things we love. Any runner should take the time to learn the information shared in this book.’ – John Kelly'People like Damian are showing all of us, with actions and wisdom, how we can better understand the complexity of climate change and other environmental problems, and how to go one step further by thinking about what we can do, as runners, to help.' – Kilian JornetTable of ContentsA note from the author Foreword by Kilian Jornet 1 How bad is running? 2 Shoespiracy 3 Getting T-shirty 4 Industry illusions 5 Racing away from net zero 6 Great training? 7 The planet-based diet 8 Fossil fuelling 9 Well stuffed 10 Little bit activism 11 How good is running! Acknowledgements Resources References About the Author

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Book Synopsis‘We’re not at parkrun any more,’ I mutter to myself, quietly longing for the presence of nice marshals in high-visibility vests.Failure is an Option is the story of an average runner who sets out to discover just how far he can go. With the support (and misgivings) of his family, and aware that his quickest years are behind him, Matt Whyman leaves the Saturday morning 5K to push towards 100-mile ultramarathons and beyond. By slowing things down to run a very long way, he joins a growing number of men and women from all walks of life striving to do something extraordinary.A newcomer to a world that can often seem off-limits, Matt finds his feet as an ultrarunner by learning the hard way. He battles monster hallucinations on endurance races spanning day and night, loses himself on tantalising trails across landscapes far from home, and forges bonds with fellow competitors in which small, kind gestures mean more than any medal. Determined to touch the boundaries of his running world before it starts to shrink, ultimately Matt sets his sights on a six-day mountain ultra that even hardened veterans consider to be the most formidable on earth: the Dragon’s Back Race.Brimming with good humour, honesty and joy, Failure is an Option pits ambition against ability to uncover human truths that resonate with us all. A mid-pack competitor who could win prizes for enthusiasm – if nothing else – Matt takes us on a journey far beyond his comfort zone and with no guaranteed outcome of success. The results are entertaining from start to finish, often very funny and at times deeply moving.Trade Review‘What an absolute JOY! – perfectly captures the folly and ambition of this silly and wonderful sport.’– Vassos Alexander, sports presenter, ultrarunner and author‘A funny and inspirational read. From parkrunner to ultramarathoner, Matt shows what it means to keep trying – both in running and in life.’– Elise Downing, ultrarunner and author of Coasting‘Poignant, relatable and told with refreshing honesty.’– Damian Hall, elite ultrarunner, coach and author of In It for the Long Run'Make no mistake, this book is not about failure! It’s an account of how the love of running can keep you wanting more no matter where, or how, you end up in the field! The patience and support of a good partner also helps. Eloquently written with humour. Loved it!'– Shane Benzie, coach, author and founder of Running Reborn

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Book Synopsis'The greater the challenge, the sweeter the reward, but also the greater the risk of failure. And fear of failure is the greatest barrier to success.'Sabrina Verjee is an ultrarunning phenomenon. In June 2021, on her fourth attempt, she became the first person to climb the Lake District’s 214 Wainwright hills in under six days, running 325 miles with a colossal 36,000 metres of ascent.Where There’s a Hill tells the story of an outsider who was never picked for a school sports team yet went on to become an accomplished modern pentathlete and adventure racer. After switching her focus to ultrarunning in her thirties, Sabrina moved to the Lake District, where she could hone her mountain-running skills on the local fells. High-profile success in endurance events followed, as she completed the Dragon’s Back Race three times and was the outright winner of the 2019 Summer Spine Race, beating her nearest competitor by more than eight hours.However, it was the Wainwrights Round which really captured Sabrina’s imagination. Having learnt about the challenge from fell-running legend Steve Birkinshaw, Sabrina began to plan an attempt of her own. Despite multiple obstacles – including lockdown regulations, bad weather, injury and controversy – Sabrina’s grit and determination shone through. Where There’s a Hill is a frank and inspirational account of how one woman ran her way into the record books.

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Book SynopsisThis book is about running for fun in beautiful places. Each route has been selected for its inspirational landscapes and runnable terrain. The range of routes is deliberately diverse - these runs follow rivers and coastlines, go up hills and along ridges, weave through leafy woodlands, cross barren moors and heathland. The selected routes include many of South West England's most enjoyable trails, but this is not a definitive collection! Hopefully these routes will encourage and inspire further personal exploration of South West England's trails. - In the same series (though in a larger improved format) as the successful Scottish Trail Running by Susie Allison. - Seventy routes and numerous variations are described. - Lavishly illustrated with maps and photos.

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Book SynopsisThis book is aimed at parkrunners and club runners who run mainly on the roads but who would also like to run in the hills; roadrunners who want to head onto the fells but who are wary about taking the first step, maybe even a little intimidated by fell-running mountain goats who might seem almost like another species. The great thing about the Lakeland fells, is their accessibility. Most are easy to get to and to get up and down and many are clearly visible from the roadside. There are few long walk-ins and the 70 runs chosen in this guide avoid exposed terrain and scrambles. Everyone can be a fell runner. This book is for mortals who want to feel the freedom and wildness of the Lakeland fells.

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Book SynopsisRunning is a great way to keep fit, stay healthy, relieve stress and experience new places. The Good Run Guide is your companion to the great running to be found in some of the most scenic locations of England and Wales.Run through the stately grounds of Chatsworth in the Peak District; traverse Hadrian's Wall on the Scottish Border and visit the breath-taking castles of coastal Northumberland. Explore coastal coves in the north Cornwall; summit Pen-y-ghent in the Yorkshire Dales or escape the hustle and bustle of the City along the banks of the Thames.Experienced runners Louise Piears and Andy Bickerstaff, two of the founders of the Good Run Guide, the UK's leading independent running website, have hand-picked 40 of their favourite runs.Ranging in length from 3.4 to 10.7 miles (5.4 to 17.2 kilometres), there are routes for runners of all ability and fitness levels, on a range of surfaces.Each run features details of the run distance, the flat equivalent distance, difficulty, hilliness, climb rate, terrain and other useful information so you know exactly what you're undertaking before you set off. There is also a bespoke map, annotated with route descriptions and key route features, to aid navigation.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow we choose our routesGuide to following the routesDistance, difficulty, hilliness and terrainDirections and accuracySafetyFollow the Countryside CodeEssential kitPlanning your runSouthern England & Wales1 North Cornish Coves (Cornwall)2 The River Yealm Estuary (Devon)3 Golden Cap Challenge (Dorset)4 Osmington White Horse (Dorset)5 West Wight Views (Isle of Wight)6 The Long Snake Run (Sussex)7 Rollercoaster Run (East Sussex)8 Landmark Thames Trot (London)9 Classic Richmond (Surrey)10 Great Park Explorer (Berkshire)11 Gibbet Gallop (Berkshire)12 Rolling Ogbourne Downs (Wiltshire)13 Ebbor Gorge Lookout (Somerset)14 Bristol’s Avon Gorge (Avon)15 Rhossili Bay Ramble (West Glamorgan)16 Sweet Sugar Loaf (Monmouthshire)Northern England & Wales17 Hambleton Peninsula (Rutland)18 Holkham’s Endless Sands (Norfolk)19 Mawddach Trail Meander (Gwynedd)20 Aber Falls Amble (Conwy)21 Clumber Lake Loop (Nottinghamshire)22 Cromford Four (Derbyshire)23 Chatsworth Countryside (Derbyshire)24 Darcy Dash (Cheshire)25 Rivington Pike (Lancashire)26 Stoodley Pike Stagger (West Yorkshire)27 Otley Surprise (West Yorkshire)28 Leeds and Liverpool Canal Loop (North Yorkshire)29 Pen-y-ghent Ascent (North Yorkshire)30 Scar House Reservoir (North Yorkshire)31 Brideshead Visited (North Yorkshire)32 The Devil’s Hole (North Yorkshire)33 Robin Hood’s Bay (North Yorkshire)34 Wander Wordsworth’s Lakes (Cumbria)35 Dodd Hill (Cumbria)36 Bassenthwaite Lake (Cumbria)37 Hadrian’s Wall Humdinger (Northumberland)38 Simonside Summit (Northumberland)39 Dunstanburgh Castle Canter (Northumberland)40 Bamburgh Castle Bumble (Northumberland)

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Book SynopsisRunning’s Strangest Tales is a fascinating collection of weird and wonderful stories from the world of running, from the earliest marathon to today’s high-tech, apped-up approach. Within these pages you’ll find the bizarre story of the Norwegian footballer forced to miss a crucial World Cup qualifier after colliding with a moose on his morning jog, the American ultra-marathoner who had all his toenails removed to improve his running, and why some runners at the 2015 Tokyo marathon were wearing GPS-enabled, edible bananas, complete with LEDs and incoming Twitter updates. Packed with tales that are so odd you’ll hardly believe them, this book makes the perfect gift for all running enthusiasts, from the seasoned marathoner to the park jogger, and those who only ever run a bath. Word count: 45,000

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Book SynopsisPeak District Trail Running is a comprehensive guide to off-road running in the Peak District National Park. With 22 runs, from 5km to 28km in length, this book is suitable for runners of all abilities. Runners are spoilt by the variety of terrain on offer in the Peak District. There are many runs that stay low, avoiding roads, following broad, well surfaced trails such as the Monsal Trail around Bakewell, or the trails around Ladybower Reservoir and Carsington Water. For the more experienced runner the area has some excellent challenges on the high, rugged moors of Kinder and Bleaklow in the Dark Peak. Researched and written by local runners Nik Cook and Jon Barton, each route features clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and timings, refreshment stops and local knowledge, and a detailed appendix.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsAbout the routesMapsDescriptions, distances & ascentTerrainRecommended equipmentFootwearClothingFuel & hydrationSafetyMountain RescueMountain Rescue by SMS textThe Countryside CodePeak District Trail Running area map1 Langsett2 The Monsal Trail3 Derwent4 Burbage Valley5 Gradbach6 Monsal Head7 Froggatt, Curbar & White Edge8 Ladybower Trail Run9 Shining Tor10 Chatsworth11 Windgather Rocks12 Macclesfield Forest & Wildboarclough13 Miller’s Dale14 Carsington Loop15 Black Hill & Laddow Rocks16 Stanage17 Hope Valley Train Runs: Edale To Chinley18 Chinley Skyline19 Kinder Downfall From Hayfield20 Tissington Trail & Dove Dale21 Bleaklow Bash22 Tour of KinderAppendix

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Book SynopsisLake District Trail Running is a comprehensive guide to off-road running in the Lake District National Park. With 20 runs, from 5.1km to 17km in length, this book is suitable for runners of all abilities.The fells and valleys of the Lakes are a playground for the adventurous runner – this is the home of many classic fell races, and of course the legendary Bob Graham Round. In this book, author Helen Mort has collected together many of her favourite Lakeland runs, from low-lying and scenic lakeside cruises, to steep mountain climbs and remote and wild enchainments. Discover Grasmere, pick your way along the Haystacks ridge, explore Grisedale or run around Lakeland icons, such as Buttermere and Ennerdale Water. More experienced runners can challenge themselves on bigger and longer excursions to Fairfield and above Troutbeck.Features clear and easy-to-use Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and timings, refreshment stops and local knowledge, and a detailed appendix.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsAbout the routesMapsDescriptions, distances & ascentTerrainRecommended equipmentFootwearClothingFuel & hydrationSafetyMountain rescueMountain rescue by SMS textCountryside CodeLake District Trail Running area map1 Alcock Tarn2 Barrow3 Torver Common & Coniston Shore4 Scout Scar5 Scales Tarn6 Langdale Loop7 Buttermere8 Easedale Tarn9 Haystacks10 Loweswater11 Coffin Path & Rydal Round12 Crummock Water13 Loughrigg14 Grisedale15 Askham Fell16 Ennerdale17 Place Fell & Ullswater18 Haweswater19 Fairfield Horseshoe20 Troutbeck RoundAppendix

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Book SynopsisMark Atkinson is living proof that you don’t have to be ‘good’ at running to make it through a marathon or even further. Packed with insights and tips, pitfalls and joy, Ducking Long Way invites you to join him for a beer at mile thirty as he pushes himself as far as he can while still running for the sheer joy of it.

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