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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Track & field sports, athletics > General
F is for Fun in this lighthearted lexicon that spells out what it
means to be a runner. It's 26 smiles of running enjoyment An
inexpensive gift for the road warrior, trail trotter, or weekend
jogger
Running is a great way to enhance your health and wellness, improve
your self-esteem, and gain a sense of accomplishment. Although
running may seem simple to some, it can present a whole new world
of training, stretching, nutrition, and balance to take on a
running lifestyle. But when it comes down to it, everyone can be a
lifelong runner if they have the right knowledge and tools. With
expert tips and advice specifically addressing women, this book is
the perfect companion for novice, veteran, and returning runners
alike.
A nation of runners takes on the impossible - a non-stop relay
across America to show support and solidarity for the Boston
Marathon bombing victims. "Danny and his team set out to run across
the entire country. Time and resources were limited, but their
resolve was unshakeable. Thanks to their focus and determination,
the amazing event that is One Run For Boston came to life. Hundreds
of people were keen to participate, wanting to help, heal and
honour those impacted by the events of April 15, 2013." Not All
Superheroes Wear Capes is the sincere, sometimes painful, yet
heart-warming and often funny, account of this extraordinary effort
made be so many caring and giving individuals. Kudos to Danny and
his team of heroes." Dave McGillivray (Director, Boston Marathon)
"Not All Superheroes Wear Capes proves, once again, that just
putting one foot in front of the other can change history."
Kathrine Switzer (First woman to officially run the Boston
Marathon) "I don't measure a runner by the number of steps they
take, but by the number of ways they use running to make the world
a better place. Running the One Run For Boston relay and meeting
all the runners proved to me that running is the ultimate faith
healer, restoring beleif not only in oneself but life's
possibilities." Bart Yasso (Chief Running Officer, Runner's World)
When blind runner Simon Webb was training for his first marathon in
London 2011, aware that he wouldn't be able to pass the time during
the race by admiring the sights of the city, he researched a few
facts about some of the points of interest around the 26.2 mile
course. Using the route which has changed little since its first
running in 1981 and which has been completed by over 800,000
people, this book focuses on London's history, culture and sport,
famous and not so famous landmarks, people and pubs - lots of pubs.
From climbing the Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster,
which houses Big Ben, to going underground into what the Victorians
branded the 8th Wonder of the World, better known as the former
entry hall to the Brunel Tunnel in Rotherhithe, this book is as
much an alternative tour guide to London as a sport book. During
every mile there are stories to tell and reflect on: the location
for England's first home rugby international on Blackheath, the
restoration of the Cutty Sark after a devastating fire, the
Deptford pub which hosted early gigs for Squeeze and Dire Straits
and how the Chinese in Limehouse gained literary notoriety. When it
does focus on running, we learn how it feels to run when you can't
see, what the guide runner experience is like and are left in no
doubt that 'hitting the wall' is no fun at all. "What Simon has
achieved is incredible. His story is truly compelling." Michael
Dobbs, author of House of Cards
After 15 years of running, I'm still a plodder. So I thought it was
about time I shared my experiences as, ravings, ramblings and joys
as viewed from the back of the pack.
The 15th IAAF World Athletics Championships were held in August
2015 in Beijing, with 1781 athletes from 205 countries and
territories taking part in 47 events. This book contains every
result in all the heats and finals, details of previous World
Championship records and gold medal marks, plus a comprehensive
athlete index with information on every participant and their
appearances history in the Championships.
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