Running Sports

An enlightening biography and gripping sports narrative that takes us behind the scenes into the lives of some of the world’s most elite runners in Kenya and their coach, Patrick Sang.

Un libro de running único que alterna el intenso relato en primera persona de las ultramaratones de 200 millas que Sofía Cantilo corrió en la Argentina y el mundo con su experiencia como madre sola; una historia plagada de desafíos narrada en un estilo confesional, honesto y con una contundente perspectiva de género.

In the late '80s, our Rachel was having a boss time as a podium dancer at the Pleasuredrome, Birkenhead. Fast forward several years, and she's married, with the kids she's always dreamed of, but the body she's always dreaded. To make things worse, her husband, Trevor, begins to show his true controlling colours and Rachel blames herself, spiralling into depression. Until she discovers running.

The Long Run begins with the story of Ben Andrews and his quest to become one of America's top milers, a quest that starts strongly, but seems doomed when he later faces obstacle after obstacle, not the least of which are his own fears and insecurities. Ben often finds that his dreams–both athletically and later in business–seem just beyond his reach. But each time he is ready to quit, an unlikely mentor comes his way to tell him "not yet".

Calisthenics is a type of strength training that involves using only your bodyweight and combines strength, balance, mobility, and flexibility for the ultimate at-home training tool, so that you can get in shape without the hassle of going to the gym or buying fancy machinery. But as with starting any new program, you’ll need to get the know-how of it all before jumping straight in.

I tried everything. Changing shoes, changing nutrition, changing my running form and changing my training plan. I even prayed to the running gods! It didn't matter. Every time I'd bolt out the door for a run something new would hurt. I was a broken down, frustrated runner. At the time, the more things I changed, the more it felt like I was wasting my time. But slowly my running started to improve. My body felt better...and healthier. I got fitter...and I got faster.

If running extreme distances is as much about mental endurance as physical, how do you keep going when your internal monologue turns against you? That was the simple question Ira Rainey faced when the darkness of depression cast its long shadow over his life. It turned out the answer was far from simple.

This book isn't just about running; it's about a runner's reflections on life, change, and the love of running in Egypt. It's a memoir about self-discovery and searching for freedom and love of life. It's about the integration of body, mind, and soul. It's about family and friends, relationships, and work. After witnessing a revolution in Egypt, running twice for the parliamentary elections, and being a former leader of two political parties, the author decided to take a break from politics and start running.

Our book is not just about running; it's about unleashing your inner marathoner! We'll share powerful motivation and mindset techniques that will keep you inspired throughout your journey. With our guidance, you'll develop the mental strength to overcome any obstacle and become a marathon finisher!

In 1967, a 13-year-old girl named Maureen Wilton set the women's world marathon record, running 26.2 miles in 3:15:23. Nicknamed “Little Mo” by her track teammates, Wilton was already a headline-making athlete. But her accomplishment was greeted with controversy and misogynistic accusations of cheating. Wilton receded into the background, left the sport, and kept her achievement secret. This is the story of what happened and how Maureen found her way back to the sport decades later as the mother of a young runner herself.

The 'perfect' run, when you are in a full flow and feeling totally unstoppable, can be elusive, but this practical expert guide, written by celebrated Runner's World writer Mackenzie Havey, will ensure you find it time and time again and in the process transform your running performances.

Tras el éxito de las dos anteriores entregas, ahora llega

Correr III, como respuesta a las decenas de mensajes al autor para que sacase una nueva guía. En esta ocasión está centrada en numerosos recursos, todos ellos disponibles a través de La Red, que ayudan al corredor a mejorar en su rendimiento.Planes de entrenamiento, carreras, apps, análisis de zapatillas, evitar lesiones, foros y redes sociales.... Infinidad de herramientas a las que todo buen runner sabrá sacar provecho.

El nuevo libro de Santiago García, referente del running en la Argentina, propone una guía para retomar esta disciplina que no para de crecer, tras la pausa impuesta por la pandemia y el confinamiento, atento a las ansiedades de esta época.

If you want to learn how to be a lot healthier than you are now, you will find all the information you need to change your life in this easy-to-listen-to pause-resister. In this book, you will learn how to switch over to a breakthrough plant-based diet; how to cleanse your body with our special detox diet; how to put together 30 special plant-based recipes; how to stay on a plant-based diet for health and weight loss; and more.

A cosa pensi quando corri? Se d'impatto hai risposto "non lo so", ecco due notizie per te. La prima è che rientri nella maggioranza di persone che si allenano lasciando vagare la mente senza riposarla davvero. La seconda è che hai tra le mani l'audiolibro giusto. Correre imparando a concentrare l'attenzione su aspetti specifici, anziché rimbalzare da un pensiero all'altro, è un esercizio in grado di trasformare l'abitudine della corsa in un'esperienza molto più appagante, con effetti positivi enormi, non solo sui risultati sportivi.

If you want to learn how to train, compete, and succeed in obstacle course races and mud runs, then check out HowExpert Guide to Obstacle Course Racing. Obstacle courses require a well-rounded approach to overcome the myriad of obstacles you will be faced with. Obstacle course racing expert Christopher Covello breaks it down with tips and techniques to help you get signed up, get ready, and get going on your personal obstacle course-related goals that will not only assist in helping you conquer the course on race day but translate into everyday life applications as well.

"Run Faster Race Better: Discover Proven Strategies to Boost Your Speed and Dominate the Race" is your ultimate guide to unleashing the true potential of your running abilities. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just beginning your running journey, this audiobook is your ticket to achieving remarkable speed and race dominance. Inside this audiobook, you'll uncover a treasure trove of expert knowledge and battle-tested strategies that will propel you to new heights of performance.

Arne Haase turnt es vor: Deutschlands ältester Marathonläufer macht sich noch mit über 90 Jahren zweimal pro Woche auf für 20 Kilometer. So sportlich muss es gar nicht zugehen. Aber ganz ohne Stress im hohen Alter im Körper eines 45jährigen gefangen zu sein: Wäre das Modell Haase nicht eine schöne Lebensvision? Regelmäßige Bewegung gehört für Millionen Menschen zu ihrem Leben. Aber wir laufen fast alle falsch. Um von jetzt an bis ins hohe Alter beweglich zu bleiben, können wir den Kopf hinzunehmen. Dazu diese Trainingsanleitung. Wir laufen meistens so, als trainierten wir für einen Wettkampf.

One of the greatest marathon runners of all time, Tom Longboat was one of the best-known athletes of the western world in the early 20th century. Longboat was an astonishing long-distance runner who grew up on the Six Nations reserve near Brantford, Ontario. He won the Boston Marathon in record time, 2:24.24, almost five minutes faster than the 10 previous winners. Longboat then raced in the Olympic Marathon in 1908, but he collapsed on the course amid rumours that his manager had drugged him with strychnine.

Are you searching for ways to take your running game to the next level?Perhaps you have recently started running more frequently, and it has enlightened a passion within you to become the best runner you can possibly be. Or maybe you have been an avid runner for some years now, but you are looking for new advice and guidance to take your performance to new heights.