Marathon Quest

Author : Martin Parnell
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781927330142

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Marathon Quest by Martin Parnell Pdf

In 2005, during a four-month cycling trip through Africa, Martin Parnell was struck by the power of sport and its ability to bring people together and to bring about change. Five years later, the 55-year-old mining engineer, husband, father and grandfather dedicated a year of his life to run 250 marathons with the aim of raising $250,000 for the charity Right To Play, an international humanitarian organization that reaches out to disadvantaged children around the world. In the end, Martin’s “Marathon Quest 250” raised $320,000 for the charity, and he personally visited 60 schools, inspiring thousands of children to get active in order to help the less fortunate at home and abroad. Along with information on technique, gear, nutrition and the challenges facing new and seasoned athletes as they prepare for either regular or ultra-marathons, Martin gives honest and often humorous insight into why an ordinary person would attempt to do something extraordinary, pushing themselves to the limit, both mentally and physically, in pursuit of their goal to make the world a better place. Marathon Quest is an inspiring and engaging read for anyone interested in running, travel or philanthropy.

Author : Martin Parnell
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781927330135

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Marathon Quest by Martin Parnell Pdf

In Marathon Quest, Guiness World Record holder Martin Parnell gives honest and often humorous insight into why an ordinary man would attempt to do something extraordinary, with no assurance that he can succeed.

Author : Ed Caesar
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2015-10-27
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781451685862

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Two Hours by Ed Caesar Pdf

“Essential reading for every runner.” —Men’s Fitness “Compelling…As becomes clear not long after its starting gun, this book transcends the search for a two-hour marathon.” —The Washington Post Two hours to cover twenty-six miles and 385 yards. It is running’s Everest, a feat once seen as impossible for the human body. But now we can glimpse the mountaintop. The sub-two hour marathon will require an exceptional combination of speed, mental strength, and endurance. The pioneer will have to endure more, live braver, plan better, and be luckier than anyone who has run before. So who will it be? In this spellbinding book, journalist Ed Caesar takes us into the world of elite marathoners: some of the greatest runners on earth. Through the stories of these rich characters, like Kenyan Geoffrey Mutai, around whom the narrative is built, Caesar traces the history of the marathon as well as the science, physiology, and psychology involved in running so fast for so long. And he shows us why this most democratic of races retains its brutal, enthralling appeal—and why we are drawn to test ourselves to the limit. Two Hours is a book about a beautiful sport few people understand. It takes us from big-money races in the United States and Europe to remote villages in Kenya. It’s about talent, heroism, and refusing to accept defeat. It is a book about running that is about much more than running. It is a human drama like no other.

Author : Michelle Walker
Publisher : First Edition Design Pub.
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-12-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781506905556

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If You Give a Mom a Marathon by Michelle Walker Pdf

If you give a mom a marathon, she'll hit a wall. It happens to all marathoners, not just mothers. Still a new runner when that first happened in 2007, Michelle has now run more than 140 additional 26.2-mile races. But for Michelle, those races mean much more than a collection of medals and a spreadsheet of race times. All those races and training times have helped her become a better, more confident person, friend and − most importantly − mother. Come along with Michelle as she explains how running races in Australia, Iceland, and even the deck of a cruise ship has helped fuel her on her family's journey. Keywords: Biography, Memoir, Sports, Travel, Family, Goals, Kids, Marathon, Mom, Running, Boston Marathon, Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon, Shamrock Marathon

Author : Hal Higdon
Publisher : Rodale
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2005-09-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1594861994

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Marathon by Hal Higdon Pdf

Features instructions for runners of all ability levels on preparing for a marathon, including training schedules, advice on diet, defensive running strategies, and tips for staying motivated.

Author : Hal Higdon
Publisher : Rodale Books
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780593137741

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Marathon, Revised and Updated 5th Edition by Hal Higdon Pdf

Now completely updated and revised--a new edition of the long-running marathon training guide that has helped more than half a million people reach their goals. Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide is among the bestselling running books of all time for many reasons, but above all others is this one: It works. Marathon running has changed in the seven years since the fourth edition--there are more runners than ever before, the popularity of half-marathons has grown immensely, and guidelines for best recovery and diet practices have changed. This revised fifth edition includes a new chapter on ultramarathons, along with material on recovery techniques, several new training programs, and advice on how to win a Boston qualifying race and improve your personal record. At its core remains Hal Higdon's clear and essential information on injury prevention, training, and nutrition. Marathon demystifies the marathon experience and allows each runner to achieve peak performance without anguish or pain, taking the guesswork out of marathon training, whether it's for your first or fiftieth. With Higdon's comprehensive approach and tried-and-tested methods, any runner will learn how to optimize their training and achieve their marathon goals.

Author : Ed Caesar
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-18
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781451685855

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Two Hours by Ed Caesar Pdf

"In this spellbinding book, journalist Ed Caesar takes us into the world of elite marathoners: some of the greatest runners on earth. Through the stories of these rich characters, like Kenyan Geoffrey Mutai, around whom the narrative is built, Caesar traces the history of the marathon as well as the science, physiology, and psychology involved in running so fast for so long. And he shows us why this most democratic of races retains its brutal, enthralling appeal--and why we are drawn to test ourselves to the limit, "--Amazon.com.

Author : Dr. Gary Evans
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-01-14
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 9781645847670

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Marathon Murders by Dr. Gary Evans Pdf

Michael Thomas is a scientist with the CDC in Atlanta. He is also a dedicated marathon runner and a serial killer. Michael tells us in great detail about killing twenty-six people over twenty-six years as part of his marathon running experiences in twenty-six US states. He also describes many marathon locations and events where he participated in races but did not murder anyone. Each murder is unique, and a wide variety of murder techniques are utilized to confuse the police and the FBI. A romantic relationship develops between the killer and Susan Harvey, the FBI agent assigned to solve the marathon murders case. Their ongoing affair adds complexity to the story and to the murder methodology. Michael slowly reveals himself to Agent Harvey as she gets closer to having the evidence she needs to arrest him. The story ends with a series of events that are both exciting and unexpected.

Author : Chris Guillebeau
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-09-09
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780385348850

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The Happiness of Pursuit by Chris Guillebeau Pdf

A remarkable guide to the quests that give our lives meaning—and how to find your own—from the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup and 100 Side Hustles “If you like complacency and mediocrity, do not read this book. It’s dangerously inspiring.”—A. J. Jacobs, author of The Know-It-All When he set out to visit all of the planet’s countries by age thirty-five, compulsive goal-seeker Chris Guillebeau never imagined that his journey’s biggest revelation would be how many people like himself exist—each pursuing a challenging quest. These quests are as diverse as humanity itself, involving exploration, the pursuit of athletic or artistic excellence, or battling against injustice and poverty. Everywhere that Chris visited he found ordinary people working toward extraordinary goals, making daily down payments on their dreams. These “questers” included a suburban mom pursuing a wildly ambitious culinary project, a DJ producing the world’s largest symphony, a young widower completing the tasks his wife would never accomplish—and scores of others writing themselves into the record books. The more Chris spoke with these strivers, the more he began to appreciate the direct link between questing and long-term happiness, and he was compelled to complete a comprehensive study of the phenomenon. In The Happiness of Pursuit, he draws on interviews with hundreds of questers, revealing their secret motivations, their selection criteria, the role played by friends and family, their tricks for solving logistics, and the importance of documentation. Equally fascinating is Chris’s examination of questing’s other side. What happens after the summit is climbed, the painting hung, the endurance record broken, the at-risk community saved? A book that challenges each of us to take control—to make our lives be about something while at the same time remaining clear-eyed about the commitment—The Happiness of Pursuit will inspire readers of every age and aspiration. It’s a playbook for making your life count. “The Happiness of Pursuit is smart, honest, and dangerous. Why dangerous? Because it is as practical as it is inspiring. You won’t just be daydreaming about your quest—you’ll be packing for it!”—Brené Brown, Ph.D., LMSW, author of Daring Greatly

Author : Jeffrey Horowitz
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781628734188

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100 Marathons by Jeffrey Horowitz Pdf

“I’d always been the kind of person who hated half steps; once I found a passion for something, I wanted to dive into the deep end of it.” Jeffrey has run over 150 marathons in six continents, completing more than 3,930 miles. This book tells the story of the one hundred races in his first eighteen years of marathoning: his training, injuries, triumphs, and failures. He admits that runners are a little bit crazy, submitting themselves to intense physical pain and constant self-doubt, but explains the rewards of satisfaction and joy at the end of a long race that are well worth the process. He also includes running tips on everything from strength training to race recovery for those who want to start or are already running. This memoir is not just for runners, but for anyone who appreciates any grueling experience that transforms the body and mind. It captures the sheer joy of physical exertion, the ups and downs of training, and the exhilaration of finishing a marathon so well, everyone will be inspired to lace up their running shoes.

Author : Jeffrey Horowitz
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-02-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781626367067

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My First 100 Marathons by Jeffrey Horowitz Pdf

Jeffrey Horowitz didn’t expect to fall in love with marathoning, but that’s just what happened. He had never run a race, was not on his high school track team, and had never owned a pair of running shoes. Then, in 1985, he went out for a run and it changed his life. Eighteen years later he completed his one-hundredth marathon. This book is Jeff’s story, but it is also the story of everyone who loves to run. It includes his training, his injuries, his best times, his joys, his friends, his failures. In some ways, it’s an unusual story. How many other runners have finished 100 marathons? In other ways, it is the story of every runner who has found joy and satisfaction in a training routine, in reaching a goal, or in finishing a race. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Cami Ostman
Publisher : Seal Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781580053761

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Second Wind by Cami Ostman Pdf

Second Wind is the story of an unlikely athlete and an unlikely heroine: Cami Ostman, a woman edging toward midlife who decides to take on a challenge that stretches her way outside of her comfort zone. That challenge presents itself when an old friend suggests she go for a run to distract her from the grief of her recent divorce. Excited by the clarity of mind and breathing space running offers her, she keeps it up — albeit slowly — and she decides to run seven marathons on seven continents; this becomes Ostman’s vision quest, the thing she turns to during the ups and downs of a new romance and during the hard months and years of redefining herself in the aftermath of the very restrictive, religious-based marriage and life she led up until her divorce. Insightful and uplifting, Second Wind carries the reader along for the ride as Ostman runs her way out of compliance with the patriarchal rules about “being a woman” that long held her captive and into authenticity and self-love. Her adventures — and the personal revelations that accompany them — inspire readers to take chances, find truth in their lives, and learn to listen to the voice inside them that’s been there all along.

Author : Laura Fountain
Publisher : eBook Partnership
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-18
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781909178427

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Lazy Runner by Laura Fountain Pdf

The Lazy Runner follows Laura Fountain from starting out as a novice runner-unfit, clueless about running, and incredibly lazy-to finishing her first marathon, and beyond. At first unable to run 400 meters without stopping, Laura has now completed five marathons, the most recent in under four hours. Along the way, Laura learns countless lessons about running, most of them the hard way. But most importantly, this self-confessed couch potato learns to love running. As well as offering inspiration and motivation to get out there and run, her book offers tips on how to make running easier and more enjoyable. Offering practical information on buying the right kit, choosing the best race, and what to do on race day, it also tackles the important running questions you might be embarrassed to ask-like when will it get easier? And what happens if I need the toilet?

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Bush Street Press
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781937445256

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138,336 Feet to Pure Bliss: What I Learned about Life, Women (and Running) in My 1st 100 Marathons by Anonim Pdf

Author : The Voice of the Martyrs,
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781418552299

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Heroic Faith by The Voice of the Martyrs, Pdf

Extreme Devotion strengthened readers through its hundreds of stories of believers throughout history who exhibited courage and devotion in the face of harsh persecution. Heroic Faith takes those martyrs' life principles and challenges readers to live them out in their own heroic faith. This encouraging book features a chapter on each of the principles such as self-sacrifice and courage, including some illustrations from Christians who exhibited these characterisitics in their own lives. Many readers will want both on their shelves - Extreme Devotion as a source of inspiration and Heroic Faith as a guide for living out their own faith based on courage.