Ultra
The first ever atlas of ultra marathons. 50 of the world's greatest ultra marathons alongside stunning artworks, maps, elevation profiles and inspiring photography. In this ultimate guide to ultrarunning, dive into 50 of the world's most breathtaking and brutal ultramarathons - from the icy tundras of Sweden to the sun-scorched deserts of the USA, and the rugged mountains of Europe. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner in search of your next challenge or an aspiring runner eager to tackle your first ultra, each race is meticulously detailed with all the essential information: where to start, how to get there, and what it takes to reach the finish line. Packed with insightful interviews with world-renowned runners and the visionary founders of these epic races, alongside detailed maps, stats, and stunning photography, this is the definitive guide to the world of ultrarunning, crafted by adventurers and authors Jen and Sim Benson.
Lonely Planet Epic Runs of the World
Discover 200 of the greatest runs on the planet, across all seven continents, in this beautiful paperback edition of our bestselling hardback, featuring easy-access park runs and city loops to iconic marathons and epic ultras.Explore the world with 50 first-hand accounts of running adventures as told by those who enjoy breaking a sweat as they traverse new landscapes. With 150 further suggestions of routes, races and trails - from the Big Five Marathon in South Africa to a quiet jog in Rome - all you need to remember is to pack your running shoes! Inside Epic Runs of the World: 50 first-person accounts of running adventures plus 150 suggestions of similar runs to experienceChallenge level grading for each run varies from easy for running newbies, harder for runners seeking a challenge, and epic for seasoned racersBreathtaking photography that brings each run to life with personal stories that show how running can connect travellers to local culture on a deeper levelExpert information, maps and practical details on where to start and finish your run, total distance, how to get there, what to take, where to stay, and things to knowBeautiful and vibrant book cover by New Zealand illustrator, Ross MurrayFeatured runs include: The Safaricom Half Marathon (Kenya), The Boston Marathon (USA), Copacabana at Dawn (Brazil), Portland's Epic Park Run (USA), Kyoto's Kamo Riverfront (Japan), The Angkor Wat Half Marathon (Cambodia), A Sightseeing Lap Around Edinburgh (Scotland), Barcelona's Sea to Summit (Spain), The Kepler Track (New Zealand), and more Add a new running adventure to your bucket list with Lonely Planet's Epic Runs of the World - the perfect gift or self-purchase for anyone who loves to explore our amazing planet with a spring in their step.
Chasing the Grid
Discover the transformational journey of a conventional-minded runner to a minimalist, mountain-climbing, adventure-seeking ultrarunner determined to conquer the Catskill Mountains challenge known as the "Grid." After a successful career on Wall Street, the Catskill Mountains beckoned. In Chasing the Grid, author Kenneth Posner, a seasoned corporate worker and intrepid but non-elite runner, sets out after an ultra-distance mountain-running record which nearly destroys him. Along the way, he stumbles upon an obscure peak-bagging tradition known as the "Grid," which becomes his new obsession. The Grid is a project where a determined athlete must run, hike, or climb a list of peaks in every month of the year, the purpose being to get to know the mountains intimately, in every season. For New York's Catskill Mountains, where this story takes place, the formula requires more than 400 separate ascents. For Posner, the Grid turns out to be not just another running challenge; it's a pilgrimage. It offers a retreat from the spirit of modern running, often reduced to a one-dimensional activity driven by ego and moderated by clocks, in favor of how our ancestors moved through nature in days gone by--purposefully, patiently, and mindfully. Posner emerges from the experience as a radically different kind of runner--now running barefoot across trails and shirtless in the winter, leaving behind food, water, lights, navigational gear, and even bug spray. By following Posner in his quest to complete the Grid, readers will feel sandstone fragments under bare soles; pad across a bed of moss as luxurious as a Persian carpet; squelch with him through cool black boreal mud; dance across snow and ice; and participate in discoveries about the passage of time, the energy of nature, and the sense of self.
Advanced Marathoning
Competing in a marathon requires thorough and intelligent preparation. Advanced Marathoning, Fourth Edition, gives you all the information you need to benefit from a training program that combines coaching best practices with the latest sport science. Written for serious runners, by the duo behind the hugely successful first three editions, this edition is now in full color and includes the marathon training principles and training programs that thousands of marathon runners have used to set personal bests. From among the detailed day-by-day training schedules, you can choose between 18- and 12-week preparation and select weekly distances of less than 55 miles, 55 to 70, 70 to 85, or over 85 miles. Use the expanded guidance on how to adjust those training schedules to enjoy flexibility in your workouts and make the time for proper recovery. Get new information on heart rate training and guidance on how to avoid overtraining and overreaching. The profiles of elite and non-elite runners give you an insider look at how successful marathoners use the philosophies and techniques in this book to set and achieve challenging goals. Complement your running workouts with exercises for flexibility, core and whole-body strength, and aerobic cross-training to optimize performance and help keep injury at bay. Expert guidance on nutrition, hydration, and the importance of recovery as well as race-day strategies will help you conquer marathons with confidence. Advanced Marathoning gives ambitious marathoners the information needed to train smarter, remain injury-free, and cross the next finish line stronger and faster than ever.
Driftless Run
It is 1982 and the farm crisis has gripped the rural economy of southwestern Wisconsin. It is a time without cell phones or the Internet, as small-town teenagers search for a place to belong. Socio-economic change is underway, straining the traditions of the past.This is a true story about a group of cross country athletes from two of those communities, reaching for success while facing difficulties on and off the course. It is the story of two novice coaches, pioneering their programs in a once obscure yet ancient sport. Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Wisconsin's Driftless Region, the programs collide on an emotional rollercoaster that rolls toward four decades of achievement.Told by a member of one of those pioneering teams, this is an inspiring journey that illustrates the best lessons that interscholastic sports have to offer.
The Official ... Track and Field Guide, With the Official Rules ..
"The Official ... Track and Field Guide" provides a comprehensive overview of the sport, complete with official rules. This guide offers valuable insights into the techniques and regulations governing track and field events, making it an essential resource for athletes, coaches, and enthusiasts alike. Whether you are a seasoned competitor or new to the world of athletics, this guide offers a detailed understanding of the sport. A crucial historical record of the state of track and field in the early 1920s.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Running the Old Road in Yellowstone
An inspiring and transporting book detailing one man's journey of self-realization as he spends time working and running in Yellowstone. A testament to the human spirit and the healing power of nature, Tim Norris' autobiographical Running the Old Road in Yellowstone is proof that running toward your problems is a lot better than running away. An avid runner with an adventurer's soul, Norris finds himself out of work and out of luck. When he lands a chance to work at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park for a summer season, the choice seems obvious: who could refuse a steady paycheck and a breathtaking natural environment, full of new running trails to explore? Set against the backdrop of one of the world's most magnificent natural wonders, Running the Old Road in Yellowstone shares Norris' journey along a trail of setbacks, switchbacks and saving graces.
The Complete Runner’s Day-By-Day Log 12-Month 2026 Planner Calendar
Whether you're training for a big race or live to meditate on the track, trail, or treadmill, get more out of the miles this year with The Complete Runner's Day-by-Day Log 2026 Calendar. Expertly customized by decades of athletes, coaches, and above all, runners, The Complete Runner's Day-by-Day Log 2026 Calendar provides inspirational and organizational support for continued year-round achievement. Legendary author and coach Matt Fitzgerald has written thirteen all-new warm and wise essays and crafted over dozens of accessible motivational tips for runners of all levels and styles. Features include: - Page size: 6.6" x 9.4" (13.2" x 9.4" open) - Spiral bound - Sturdy soft cover - Calendar lays flat when open - Printed on FSC(R) certified paper with soy-based ink - 12-month planner: January-December 2026 - Generous grid space for notes, appointments, and reminders - Monthly and weekly planning pages - Space to add your own lists, goals, and important dates - Extra pages at back for notes, goals, and more - Year-at-a-glance pages for 2024, 2025, and 2026 - Official major world holidays and observances - Each month features color photography plus an insightful original essay and weekly tips from running coach Matt Fitzgerald, with a year-end customizable three-week race-prep timeline, DIY cumulative-mileage graph, and space to record race results.
Running on Empty
"When life feels overwhelming, the best thing you can do is start moving." Running on Empty isn't just about running; it's about mental resilience, overcoming struggles, and finding clarity through the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. After leaving the Army, I swore I was done with running. Years of grueling PT sessions had left me burnt out, convinced that running was a punishment. But civilian life presented its own battles-ones that weight training couldn't fix. In a moment of frustration, I laced up my trainers, hit the trails, and unknowingly set myself on a path to change my life. Told with honesty, grit, and humor, Running on Empty explores how trail running can be a powerful tool for mental well-being. More than just exercise, it offers a way to clear your mind, regain control, and reconnect with yourself. You don't need to be a natural runner or have expensive gear. Just take that first step. Sometimes, the best way to move forward in life is to literally start moving.
A Runner’s Journey
I didn't begin taking running serioulsy until I went to college, and it was then that I developed a love, a passion and maybe even an obsession for running. Running gave me an adrenaline rush. I loved the physical and health benefits it gave me, Running was an outlet for me...Until it became too much of a good thing!
The Running Bucket List
Transform your running routine with more than 100 bucket list ideas that will encourage you to try everything from little-known races and international competitions to new training techniques and travel destinations. There are a lot of reasons to run. We do it to lose or maintain weight, to be healthier, and to clear our minds. Running can do all these things, and more. But running can be, well, repetitive. For everyone, at some point, it can get boring. Predictable. Routine. Experienced runner, coach, and adventurer Jeff Horowitz wrote The Running Bucket List to provide a fun and organized way to reinvigorate your love for running. Pulling from his nearly four decades of running, which includes racing in every state in the US and on every continent, running in everything from the world's biggest races to solo runs in almost every kind of condition imaginable, Horowitz offers ideas to spice up your training and events that you might already be familiar with, as well as others that you've never dreamed of before. Check items off your running bucket list like: Join a running club Get a gait analysis Participate in your local Turkey Trot Race in the Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa Run on the Roger Bannister Track in Oxford, England Become a race volunteer And so much more In this book, you'll find over 100 bucket list items, ranging from the sublime to the ridiculous, from the deeply challenging to the whimsical. Pick and choose from among these adventures or work your way through the list one by one. Either way, you can be sure to banish boredom from your running.
Beyond Fast
The awe-inspiring true story of a high school cross country team that went from obscurity to becoming the fastest squad the country (and perhaps the world) has ever seen, as told by the coach who led them to greatness. For fans of Born to Run and Finding Ultra. When Sean Brosnan arrived at Newbury Park High School in 2016, their cross country team hadn't so much as qualified for a California state championship in twenty-five years. Brosnan himself had never coached high schoolers, though he was no stranger to the sport. A collegiate All-American, he had spent years trying to chase his ambitions of becoming a professional runner, along the way learning from some of the most successful coaches in the country. From day one at Newbury Park, Brosnan made a promise: Give me your total commitment and I'll give you a state championship in four years. He did them one better: Brosnan's runners would take an unprecedented three consecutive national championships, smashing records, winning Division I scholarships, and representing their country in the Olympics. With expert insights and a deep love for the sport, Sean Brosnan's Beyond Fast offers a riveting chronicle of that journey. Tracing Newbury Park's early successes, their heartbreaking missteps, and the winding road that would lead them to running glory, he tells a story of guts, sacrifice, and determination. By turns heartbreaking and exhilarating, it reminds you that the only limits that matter are the ones you set for yourself.
Buttocks of Steel
This is a true story about a middle aged man who, quite unexpectedly, found himself taking on a running challenge for which he was pitifully ill-equipped. It follows the drama of his feeble first efforts with friends, through the shared failures and successes, and describes the many strange occurrences and laughs encountered along the way. He shares what he's learned about running, and imparts some life wisdom developed from many long, lonely, hours on the road, as the art and craft of long distance running gradually draws in its willing victim.A must-read for every distance runner, whether new-comer or seasoned, or indeed anyone who faces challenges in life and would welcome just a little help with their own journey.
Spectator
This book is for both runners and Spectators alike. In this book, you'll find the Do's and Don'ts and How-to-Do's of road race Spectating, from a 5K to Ultra Marathon to a 140.6 full distance Triathlons (like Ironman) and beyond. Running is tough! Runners don't need Spectators putting any bad stuff or confusion on them, especially when running a race! We'll talk about location, preparation, nutrition, signage, road closures, the night before, photography and everything else. This book will make your day as a competitive Spectator almost as rewarding as completing the race you're out there supporting. Almost. The following is a download of what I learned running 122 half and full marathons and participating as a Spectator in just as many.
It's a long road
What's the relation between Tokyo and cod fish with garlic potato mash? How can we combine New York and endorphins? What is in common between a marathon and a burger? How can a running podcast be linked to six metropolitan cities?You will find answers to these questions and many more in the book "It's a long road" by George Savvidis. In an arresting and effortless storytelling, he shares his experiences, his personal battles, and the "marathons" he has accomplished so far in his running journey. This journey has not been a smooth one, and for this exact reason fellow runners can relate. It brings forward the magic, but also the difficulties of running at its true dimensions.In the book "It's a long road", the writer, who is also the producer of the homonymous podcast, is describing in every detail the great moments, but also all the troubles, stress and misfortunes that he experienced from starting to run, till the point he achieved his dream to become a Six Star Finisher, that is to complete the six largest marathons globally.Having accomplished unique running experiences, he is rightfully able to urge us: "Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone and never stop dreaming!"
Up and Running in 30 Days
I'm guessing that you picked up this book because you are curious about becoming a runner. You've probably seen different types of 'Runner' out and about: in the gym, slogging away on the treadmill for hours at a time (how? - is a valid question); or on the streets pounding out the miles. You may even have wondered past an athletic track and seen people running in circles at various speeds from the gentle jog to lung-busters! If you have been really fortunate, you have watched from the side lines of a race. You have wondered, "Could I do that?", "Could I become a person who runs for fun/fitness/goals?" and "Am I a runner?"
Get to the Sunshine
Laura hated running. Until a series of unexpected events led her to put on a pair of running shoes and complete her first marathon. With those miles, she unknowingly began her evolving journey into ultra marathons. Seven years later she secured a spot in the ultra marathon world's oldest and most prestigious 100-mile race - the Western States Endurance Run. Through moments of triumph and defeat, in times of chaos and uncertainty, she fought the most difficult course and conditions she had ever experienced, to prove to herself that she was worthy of having toed the line at Western States.Get to the Sunshine is the story of Laura's relentless drive to reach the Western States finish line, and the life lessons that brought her through the toughest 100 miles of her life. Just when you think you can't do something, life shows up and proves to you that you can.
To the Limit
'A fascinating and multilayered exploration of what it means to endure'Alex Hutchinson, author of EndureThe author of Out of Thin Air, winner of the Margaret Mead Award 2022, journeys through different cultures to find out the meaning of endurance. So many of us are embracing endurance sports - whether it is running an ultra-marathon, taking on long-distance cycling events or even climbing Mount Everest. But what is it that makes us voluntarily do exhausting things? When we lace up our running shoes or jump on our bike, are we embracing freedom, or are we simply reproducing ideas about productivity and competition from the world of work? And what kinds of broader social and spiritual significance does endurance have indifferent parts of the world? To the Limit sets out to rediscover the joy of moving together as a group - whether it's running the length of the Lake District in a day, or navigating the descents of the Sindhupalchok International Trail Race in Nepal. It shows us how endurance activities can help bring people together, and even change the way we think about the natural world and our place in it.
The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook
'An accessible, inspiring and comprehensive guide to this amazing sport of ours'Damian Hall, ultra runner and journalist Have you taken part in marathon distance events and find yourself wondering what's next? Are you looking for a new, exciting physical and mental challenge? This is the ultimate guide for runners who are looking to go even further. Welcome to the ultra running community. This friendly guide written by seasoned ultra runner Claire Maxted is packed with training and nutrition advice, inspiration, strength and injury-prevention exercises and case studies from fellow runners of all levels. Including tips from pros and coaches across the sport, you will find everything you need to become a happy, confident ultra runner. From the basics and your first race, all the way through to multi-day events, chapters include: - Ultra Running kit essentials- Finding the time to train - tips and inspiration- How to get faster and/or run further- Training plans from 50k to 160k- Nutrition and recipes for ultra energy- Where to run - both locally and globally- Advice on strength training, overtraining, injury prevention, recovery and more!
Visions of Hope
Jason Dunkerley's Visions of Hope: Running Towards My Own Truth is an autobiography of an iconic blind Canadian middle-distance runner who won five Paralympic medals and numerous other laurels during his storied career. In telling his story, Dunkerley introduces the reader to the behind-the-scenes intricacies of top-tier athletics: the rigours of intensive training; the building of rapport among athlete, guide and coach; the development and implementation of winning strategies; the never-ending struggle to excel; the searing letdown of defeat, and the euphoric triumph of victory. Bruce Kidd, a fabled Canadian Olympian and Professor Emeritus of Sport Politics and Policy at the University of Toronto, called Visions of Hope "an insightful, at times poetic, account of the life of a Canadian Paralympian."
Running Past 50
As you move past the age of 50, the physiological demands of running require adjustments in training intensity, recovery, goal setting, and mental outlook. Running Past 50 is your guide to addressing those demands so you can continue to enjoy, compete, and excel in the sport you love. Accomplished runner and coach Caolan MacMahon shares practical advice and her personal stories to guide and inspire you to set realistic yet challenging goals; adapt to the body's changing realities, including the female-specific changes brought on by menopause; identify the building blocks of successful training; establish and maintain an aerobic base; maximize training while minimizing injury; and incorporate rest and recovery more effectively into workouts or training cycles. Additionally, you will find 10-week training programs for beginner, intermediate, and advanced runners aiming to conquer a 5K or 10K; a half-marathon program for novice and intermediate runners; and 18-week training programs for marathon beginners, intermediate and advanced marathoners, and ultramarathoners. Both inspirational and practical, Running Past 50 will help you achieve your goals by making the necessary shifts in thinking and training that lead to personal bests, fewer injuries, and a lifetime of running.
Faster Without Fail
Are you ready to run faster, longer, and injury-free? In Faster Without Fail, sports chiropractor and veteran marathoner Dr. Leo Kormanik shares his revolutionary approach to achieving optimal running form. Drawing from his personal journey and extensive experience treating runners, Dr. Kormanik provides actionable strategies and insights that have been battle-tested by thousands of his patients.Discover: Proven techniques to prevent and overcome running injuriesThe science behind perfecting your running formCustomized approaches for runners of all levelsThe common pitfalls that hinder performance and how to fix themPractical exercises to enhance efficiency and speedWith a blend of hard science, practical advice, and personal anecdotes, Faster Without Fail is your ultimate guide to running success. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, this book will empower you to become the best runner you can be. Dr. Leo Kormanik, a former elite distance runner and 2012 Olympic Trials marathon qualifier, turned his passion for overcoming injuries into a career in sports chiropractic. A Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner, he has treated many top-level athletes, including UFC fighters, NFL, MLB, and NHL players, and Olympic medalists. Dr. Leo earned his Doctor of Chiropractic and a Masters in Sports Injury Management from Life University. He founded Ohio Sports Chiropractic in 2012, bringing his expertise to northeast Ohio. As a thought leader, he shares insights on his YouTube channel, Running Rehab, and podcast, Mind Body Marathon. Dr. Leo enjoys running, family time, and new adventures outside his practice.
#TrackLife - Athlete Training Diary
This TRAINING DIARY is for Track & Field athletes as they journey towards athletics success. This unique planner may be used in ANY YEAR, beginning in ANY MONTH, and aims to help athletes cultivate an elite-level mindset for their sport. This is the fifth edition of the #TrackLife-Athlete Training Diary, which incorporates a new matt cover and a space each month to jot down a personal inspirational quote. As with the previous alternative of this sports planner, this edition also includes a colour interior, pages to keep track of your competition schedule, training records, and personal bests, pages to record important dates, key settings, and training needs, an end-of-season review page, weekly view training diaries (5 weeks x 12 months) and both lined and blank note spaces. Like all previous #TrackLife-Athlete Training Diaries, this fifth alternate edition also contains monthly goals & review pages that allow athletes to record and set goals for the following areas of development in their lives: LIFESTYLE (E.G. SLEEP, NUTRITION, PUNCTUALITY ETC.)TECHNICAL / TACTICALFAMILY / SOCIALPHYSICAL FITNESS / HEALTH (TEST DATA / COMPETITION RESULTS)MENTAL / EMOTIONAL / SPIRITUALWORK / EDUCATION.Created with runners, throwers, and jumpers in mind, the #TrackLife-Athlete Training Diary is a great tool and resource for supporting both amateur and professional athletes throughout the training and competition seasons.
50 Great Irish Athletes
In 1924, the first team representing the newly established Irish Free State travelled to Paris to take part in the 8th Olympic Games of the modern era. At previous Olympic Games and at British and American championships, Irish athletes had distinguished themselves, winning titles, setting world records and helping create the sport of athletics as we know it but in the colours of other countries.This book celebrates the achievements of 50 carefully chosen Irish athletics greats from the late nineteenth century to the present day. These range chronologically from the Davin brothers to Ireland's greatest Paralympic the sprinter Jason Smyth who retired as recently as 2023. Among the many Olympic gold medal winners whose stories are told are pioneers John Flanagan and Martin Sheridan; Pat O'Callaghan and Bob Tisdall from the first third of the twentieth century, Ronnie Delany, our first track medal winner from 1956, Mary Peters from 1972 and the more recent stars like Eamonn Coghlan, John Treacy and Sonia O'Sullivan. Sprinters, hurdlers, multi-eventers, race walkers, jumpers and throwers as well as middle and long distance runners, from all 32 counties of Ireland and a variety of backgrounds, are included.​​​​​​​Whittling down the list of great Irish athletes came after hours of discussion between the late Colm Murphy, the vastly knowledgeable athletics historian who came up with the idea of this book, and the six contributing writers. Some hard decisions had to be taken - and of course you may find that your favourite Irish athlete is not included in the book. On a more positive note, you may well discover a few new favourites - even some you had never heard of previously!
Running The Endless Race
Running the Endless Race is a story of mental anguish, survival & what it means to find something runderful in a pair of poorly fitting pinkish magenta running shoes.]After surviving a suicide attempt at only 15 years old, it took years before Ally realized that while quitting is always an option, it wasn't the right one for her. In this, her first book, Ally shares the intimate, uncomfortable, and at times hilarious truth about what it means to struggle with depression and darkness, survive a nearly fatal suicide attempt, and make the decision to create something runderful, something powerful, something worth living for in a life she'd initially wanted nothing more than to end, all while training for (and dominating) Spartan races, marathons, coaching other runners to achieve their own PR's, running a successful business, and raising 2 children of her own.]Featured in the groundbreaking film, Moving America's Soul on Suicide, Ally Robinson is speaking out about what it means to not simply find, but create, a purpose in life and make the often-difficult choice to keep moving forward because unlike marathons, in life, there is no finish line.
There is No Finish
There is No Finish tells the roller-coaster story of the Backyard Ultra. Birthed from the high school musings of Lazarus Lake, renowned for the Barkley Marathons, the running event has spread globally-to over eighty countries- with sky-rocketing numbers. Runners have up to one hour to complete a 4.1-mile lap. At the start of the next hour, again they attempt to complete the same lap. The race keeps going, with no finish, until all except one person gives up. The winner is the last one standing who does one lap more than anyone else.With participants running until they drop, every race becomes an enthralling adventure with epic stories. Stephen Parker dives deep into the Backyard Ultra scene, running events, crewing for others, and exploring its amazing history. With races in Belgium, the USA, Australia, Sweden, Canada, Finland, South Africa, and many more, the book shares the agony and adrenaline of battles between colourful characters in stunning settings.If there is no finish, how far can you run?
The Ultimate Guide to parkrun
Perfect for any parkrunner, or wannabe parkrunner, this concise and joyful book reveals how a Saturday 5km run in the park has become a worldwide phenomenon.The Ultimate Guide to parkrun (always with a lower case p!) covers how parkrun started, how it is staged every week, how to get involved as a runner, walker, or volunteer - and even how to start your own run.Written by a running writer and qualified athletics coach, this celebratory book goes behind the scenes to tell the heartwarming human stories behind parkrun. But it also brims with practical information, with training plans for different types of runners so that you can (if you wish to) improve your own finishing time.Published to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the founding of the mass participation event in Autumn 2024, the book delves into parkrun's origins as the brainchild of Paul Sinton-Hewitt, an unemployed man in London. Just 13 runners competed in the first Bushy Park Time Trial on 2 October 2004.Now parkrun has more than 9 million runners at more than 2,200 parks in 23 countries, with the most popular countries being the UK, Australia, and South Africa.The book features all aspects of parkrun, including how public-spirited volunteers put on the event, sustainably and for free, every week, and fun boxes such as the most interesting courses around the world, from Poland to the Falkland Islands.About the authorLucy Waterlow is a journalist, ghostwriter and author who has contributed to national newspapers and specialist publications such as Runner's World and Women's Running.She is a keen amateur runner, and a qualified England Athletics coach in running fitness. She is the co-author of Nell McAndrew's Guide To Running and Run Mummy Run: Inspiring Women to be Fit, Healthy and Happy.
Why I Love Running
In this narrative of "Why I Love Running," Nelson Ndereva takes us on an intimate journey through his life, woven intricately with the rhythm of his footsteps on the pavement. As a seasoned runner with a passion for the sport, Ndereva invites readers to lace up their shoes and join him as he navigates the ups and downs of his extraordinary running career. From the bustling streets of Nairobi to the tranquil paths of Mount Kenya, each step is imbued with the essence of his unwavering dedication and love for the sport.This captivating narrative not only chronicles Ndereva's personal experiences but also delves into the broader cultural significance of running in Kenya. As he shares anecdotes from his training camps and races, readers gain insight into the unique blend of talent, discipline, and camaraderie that defines the Kenyan running community. Through the author's eyes, we come to understand why running is not merely a physical activity but a way of life deeply rooted in Kenyan culture.But "Why I Love Running" is more than just a memoir; it's a testament to the transformative power of the sport. Ndereva reveals how running has shaped his character, instilling in him qualities of perseverance, resilience, and humility. With every mile, he discovers new depths of self-awareness and finds solace in the rhythmic pounding of his feet against the earth.In this stirring tribute to the sport he holds dear, Ndereva invites readers to embrace the joy of running, reminding us that every step forward is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the human heart. Through his words, we are inspired to chase our dreams, conquer our fears, and discover the boundless potential that lies within us all.
Connacht Coastal Run A running and sometimes walking adventure around the western coastline of Ireland
In a captivating tale of perseverance and discovery, Co. Down man Gerry O'Boyle has completed an extraordinary 1,745-kilometre trek along the Connacht coastline taking in the counties of Sligo, Mayo and Galway (and not forgetting the 5km of coastline in Co. Leitrim). From February 2020 to September 2023, Gerry's epic adventure took him through diverse landscapes where every harbour, beach, peninsula and coastal nook and cranny of Connacht was included.The aim of Gerry's ambitious mission was simple yet profound - to raise funds and awareness for the Rosedale Special School. Chronicled through detailed blogs and maps, Gerry's story is one of resilience, friendship, and giving back that has inspired readers and fellow adventurers alike.Gerry's experience was far from easy. Along the way, he faced daunting challenges, from extreme weather conditions such as blistering sunshine, torrential rain, and howling winds, to wrong turns and learning curves that tested his perseverance and humility. Despite the physical and mental toll, Gerry pushed beyond his limits, motivated by his cause and the support of loyal companions who joined him on memorable runs across the stunning Irish terrain.Gerry recalls many scary moments, sharing stories of his arduous path and the valuable lessons learned from every kilometre covered. Despite residing in Co. Down, the sense of accomplishment at reaching each destination is a testament to his unwavering determination.
