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Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running (Paperback): Richard Blagrove Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running (Paperback)
Richard Blagrove 1
R640 Discovery Miles 6 400 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Endurance runners and coaches have tended to neglect weight training and conditioning techniques, often in the belief that they don't benefit performance, add unwanted muscle bulk, or cause excessive soreness. But as standards at elite level have improved, so coaches and runners have become increasingly keen on learning about the latest new training techniques or ways to stay injury free. No longer does the running community view strength and conditioning with scepticism, or as something that can only benefit elite runners. In Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running, author Richard Blagrove shows how a strength and conditioning programme can directly improve running performance and reduce the risk of injury, as well as allowing an athlete to tolerate high volumes of running in the future.

Living Well, Running Hard - Lessons Learned from Living with Parkinson's Disease (Hardcover): John Ball Living Well, Running Hard - Lessons Learned from Living with Parkinson's Disease (Hardcover)
John Ball
R702 R629 Discovery Miles 6 290 Save R73 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In 1983, John Ball was almost at a midpoint in his life-a time to assess the first half before he carried on with the second. It was then that he had to deal with the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, just before he turned forty years old. In this memoir, Ball narrates his story of how he has lived with Parkinson's disease and how he has worked to create a better life for others struggling with difficult diagnoses and debilitating diseases.

"Living Well, Running Hard" offers insight into Ball's growth from isolation into a leadership role in the Parkinson's community. His long struggle to understand the disease provides an in-depth look at the complexities of Parkinson's. Ball tells how his transition was triggered by a childhood desire to run a marathon and how his love of running, his desire to take action, and his willingness to take on challenges come together in the formation of Team Parkinson. In spite of his diagnosis, Ball has continued to run the Los Angeles Marathon each of the last fifteen years.

Intimate and inspiring, "Living Well, Running Hard" communicates one man's story of perseverance and triumph.

Big Trails: Great Britain & Ireland Volume 2 - More of the best long-distance trails (Paperback): Kathy Rogers, Stephen Ross Big Trails: Great Britain & Ireland Volume 2 - More of the best long-distance trails (Paperback)
Kathy Rogers, Stephen Ross
R531 Discovery Miles 5 310 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Big Trails: Great Britain and Ireland Volume 2 is the second volume of this inspirational guide to the most iconic long-distance trails in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and the Channel Islands. The twenty-five routes featured in this book comprise more of the best trails in Great Britain and Ireland. From some of Wales's best views on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the magnificent moorlands of the Two Moors Way (Devon Coast to Coast) in South-West England, the routes go to Scotland's wild moors on the Southern Upland Way and over high cliffs on Ireland's Burren Way. In the shadows of Lakeland peaks on the Cumbria Way and around five islands on the Channel Island Way, the book incorporates the highlights of Great Britain and Ireland, from its centre to its outermost edges. Big Trails books are designed to inspire big adventures. Rather than being carried along the route, this guide provides everything you need to plan and explore further, including a general overview of the trails, specific technical information, overview mapping, key information and stunning photography. As well as this, each route specifies approximate timings devised using the Jones-Ross formula, which allows for custom itineraries to be generated depending upon the speed of the user. Whether you're walking, trekking, fastpacking or running, let Big Trails: Great Britain and Ireland Volume 2 be your guide.

The First Black Footballer - Arthur Wharton 1865-1930: An Absence of Memory (Paperback, annotated edition): Phil Vasili The First Black Footballer - Arthur Wharton 1865-1930: An Absence of Memory (Paperback, annotated edition)
Phil Vasili; Series edited by J.A. Mangan, Boria Majumdar
R1,924 R1,680 Discovery Miles 16 800 Save R244 (13%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Arthur Wharton was the world's first black professional footballer and 100 yards world record holder, and was probably the first African to play professional cricket in the Yorkshire and Lancashire leagues. His achievements were accomplished against the backdrop of Africa's forced colonization by European regimes. But while Arthur was beating the best on the tracks and fields of Britain, the peoples of the continent of his birth were being recast as lesser human beings. The tall Ghanaian was an extreme irritation to many white supremacists because his education and sporting triumphs refuted their theories. In the late Victorian era, when Britain's economic and political power reached its zenith and when the dominant ideas of the age labelled all blacks as inferior, it was simply not expedient to proclaim the exploits of an African sportsman. This shaped the way Wharton was forgotten.

Run - A Journal for Running and Sharing Insight on Your Identity, Community and Spirituality (Hardcover): Josh Watson Run - A Journal for Running and Sharing Insight on Your Identity, Community and Spirituality (Hardcover)
Josh Watson
R1,250 Discovery Miles 12 500 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Barefoot Britain - A running adventure like no other (Hardcover): Anna McNuff Barefoot Britain - A running adventure like no other (Hardcover)
Anna McNuff
R863 Discovery Miles 8 630 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Ageing, The Body and Social Change - Running in Later Life (Hardcover, First): E Tulle Ageing, The Body and Social Change - Running in Later Life (Hardcover, First)
E Tulle
R1,507 Discovery Miles 15 070 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book explores the relationship between embodiment and the production of the key structures which frame agency to map out potential for social change. It uses modalities of ageing embodiment in the context of sport participation in later life, specifically Master athletics, including barriers, opportunities and physiological dimensions.

Broken - 2020: the year running records were rewritten (Paperback): Ally Beaven Broken - 2020: the year running records were rewritten (Paperback)
Ally Beaven
R359 Discovery Miles 3 590 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

'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.

Boston Marathon (Hardcover): Richard A. Johnson, Robert Hamilton Johnson Boston Marathon (Hardcover)
Richard A. Johnson, Robert Hamilton Johnson; Foreword by John J. Kelley
R674 Discovery Miles 6 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Meal Prep Cookbook for Runners - Healthy Meals to Prepare, Grab, and Go (Paperback): Rebecca Toutant Meal Prep Cookbook for Runners - Healthy Meals to Prepare, Grab, and Go (Paperback)
Rebecca Toutant
R447 R341 Discovery Miles 3 410 Save R106 (24%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Running across Europe - The Rise and Size of one of the Largest Sport Markets (Hardcover): Jeroen Scheerder, Koen Breedveld,... Running across Europe - The Rise and Size of one of the Largest Sport Markets (Hardcover)
Jeroen Scheerder, Koen Breedveld, Julie Borgers
R1,995 Discovery Miles 19 950 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Analysing in-depth data from 11 European countries, this collection explores the rise of the European running market, the reasons and motives for running, and the most important players in the field. The volume sets out policy challenges and marketing possibilities and addresses issues of participation, cost and health.

The 365-Day Running Journal - Log Workouts, Improve Your Runs, Stay Motivated (Paperback): Marni Sumbal The 365-Day Running Journal - Log Workouts, Improve Your Runs, Stay Motivated (Paperback)
Marni Sumbal
R363 R337 Discovery Miles 3 370 Save R26 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
On Your Mark! - A Chronicle of EMU Track and Cross Country from 1967 to 2000 Volume II (Hardcover): Bob Parks On Your Mark! - A Chronicle of EMU Track and Cross Country from 1967 to 2000 Volume II (Hardcover)
Bob Parks
R1,381 Discovery Miles 13 810 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Marathon Running: Physiology, Psychology, Nutrition and Training Aspects (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Christoph Zinner, Billy... Marathon Running: Physiology, Psychology, Nutrition and Training Aspects (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Christoph Zinner, Billy Sperlich
R5,535 Discovery Miles 55 350 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The book contains recent research about physiology, psychology, nutrition and training aspects of Marathon Running of different age, gender and performance level. The basic knowledge of marathon running with explanations of the physiological and psychological mechanisms induced by marathon training with the associated adaptations and subsequent improved physiological capacities are presented in a reader friendly format for researchers and practitioners. The book includes a full range of useful practical knowledge, as well as trainings principles to guide the reader to run marathon faster. After reading the book the reader is able to develop training plans and owns the knowledge about up-to-date scientific results in the fields of physiology, psychology, nutrition in marathon running.

ON YOUR MARK! A Chronicle of EMU Track and Cross Country from 1967-2000 - Volume 1 (Hardcover): Bob Parks ON YOUR MARK! A Chronicle of EMU Track and Cross Country from 1967-2000 - Volume 1 (Hardcover)
Bob Parks
R1,345 Discovery Miles 13 450 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Magnificent Athlete Journey (Hardcover): Morgon Latimore Magnificent Athlete Journey (Hardcover)
Morgon Latimore; Edited by Shannon Waters, Whitney Alexander
R794 Discovery Miles 7 940 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Personal Best Running - Coach Coogan’s Strategies for the Mile to the Marathon (Paperback): Mark Coogan, Scott Douglas Personal Best Running - Coach Coogan’s Strategies for the Mile to the Marathon (Paperback)
Mark Coogan, Scott Douglas; Foreword by Elle St. Pierre
R734 R647 Discovery Miles 6 470 Save R87 (12%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Good 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.

Navigation for Off-road Runners (Paperback, 2nd edition): Stuart Ferguson, Keven Shevels Navigation for Off-road Runners (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Stuart Ferguson, Keven Shevels
R457 Discovery Miles 4 570 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

With off-road running, the ability of knowing where you are going is a fundamental skill. Unfortunately for many runners the secrets of navigation are akin to the secrets of the dark arts of black magic. Specifically with the runner in mind, this book presents in an easy to understand manner all the skills and techniques that are required for the beginner through to the advanced user. 'Navigation for Off-Road Runners' will give you the confidence to go further.

Extreme Lakeland - A photographic journey through Lake District adventure sports (Hardcover): Nadir Khan, Tom McNally Extreme Lakeland - A photographic journey through Lake District adventure sports (Hardcover)
Nadir Khan, Tom McNally; Foreword by Leo Houlding
R657 Discovery Miles 6 570 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Extreme Lakeland by Nadir Khan and Tom McNally is a stunning photographic celebration of all that makes the Lake District a magnet for those with a heart for adventure and who want to immerse themselves in the beauty of the hills and mountains of this jewel in the English landscape. From the crags of the high fells to the lakes and tarns for which the Lakes is famous, Nadir and Tom showcase incredible adventure sports through the seasons, including rock climbing, mountain biking, fell running, wild swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, base jumping and ski touring. Alongside a foreword by renowned rock climber Leo Houlding, and original illustrations by Anna Sharpe, there are inspirational literary contributions from wild swimmer Gilly McArthur, fell runner Ellis Bland, climbers Anna Taylor and Peter Goulding, and adventurer Jon Sparks. Extreme Lakeland is a visual feast for those that treasure the Lake District.

Running Through My Mind - Confessions of an Every Day Runner (Hardcover): Scott Ludwig Running Through My Mind - Confessions of an Every Day Runner (Hardcover)
Scott Ludwig
R796 Discovery Miles 7 960 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Avid runner Scott Ludwig has seen, heard, and experienced firsthand most everything the sport has to offer. Of course, that is to be expected of someone who has run every day for over twenty-eight years. In "Running through My Mind," Scott and his friends weigh in, sharing brutally honest, occasionally raw and always entertaining anecdotes to guide you through the physical and mental aspects of running:

A teammate on the Atlanta Track Club Men's Masters Team, discussing a 195-mile relay: "How many runners does it take to run Hood-to-Coast? Twelve members of the men's masters' team or one Scott Ludwig. " Scott after dropping out of the Western States Endurance Run: "That sure sucked. " Scott's views on treadmills: "It's not running if you don't go anywhere. " A pal and crewmember for Scott at the Badwater Ultramarathon: "When Scott was accepted into Badwater, the real question in my mind was not whether or not he would finish, but whether or not he would then let the" (consecutive days of running) "streak die a peaceful death. " Scott after "finishing" the Western States Endurance Run: "That still sucked. "

Discover the motivational narrative behind these and many other observations in Scott's story-so far. Whether you just bought your first pair of running shoes or are a grizzled running veteran, "Running through My Mind" provides the encouragement you need to get out and get moving

Gritstone Circuiteering 2022 - Volume 2 (Spiral bound): Saul Taylor Gritstone Circuiteering 2022 - Volume 2 (Spiral bound)
Saul Taylor
R815 Discovery Miles 8 150 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
The World of Physical Culture in Sport and Exercise - Visual Methods for Qualitative Research (Hardcover): Cassandra Phoenix,... The World of Physical Culture in Sport and Exercise - Visual Methods for Qualitative Research (Hardcover)
Cassandra Phoenix, Brett Smith
R4,474 Discovery Miles 44 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Within qualitative research in the social sciences, the last decade has witnessed a growing interest in the use of visual methods. Visual Methods in Physical Culture is the first book in the field of sport and exercise sciences dedicated to harnessing the potential of using visual methods within qualitative research. Theoretically insightful, and methodologically innovative, this book represents a landmark addition to the field of studies in sport, exercise, the body, and qualitative methods. It covers a wide range of empirical work, theories, and visual image-based research, including photography, drawing, and video. In so doing, the book deepens our understanding of physical culture. It also responds to key questions, such as what are visual methods, why might they be used, and how might they be applied in the field of sport and exercise sciences.

This volume combines clarity of expression with careful scholarship and originality, making it especially appealing to students and scholars within a variety of fields, including sport sociology, sport and exercise psychology, sociology of the body, physical education, gender studies, gerontology, and qualitative inquiry.

This book was published as a special issue in Qualitative Research in Sport and Exercise.

Hard Wired - Life, Death and Triathlon (Hardcover): Emma Carney Hard Wired - Life, Death and Triathlon (Hardcover)
Emma Carney
R1,171 Discovery Miles 11 710 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
All-Around Men - Heroes of a Forgotten Sport (Paperback, New): Frank Zarnowski All-Around Men - Heroes of a Forgotten Sport (Paperback, New)
Frank Zarnowski
R2,125 Discovery Miles 21 250 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The All-Around was a one-day, ten-event track and field contest of endurance, speed, and strength that was the forerunner to the modern decathlon. Its heyday stretched from the American Civil War to World War I during which its champions were generally well known and highly esteemed figures. After the decathlon was introduced in the 1912 Olympic Games, however, the All-Around was soon forced into the background. The event vanished early in the 20th century before it made a brief comeback after World War II, creating an athletic subculture for dozens of athletes who kept it alive until its final demise in 1977. The careers of these early amateurs are highlighted in biographical sketches of the 22 greatest All-Around men. The book covers the great touring professional Highlander athletes, Donald Dinnie and Princeton's George Goldie, whose careers did much to popularize multi-event contests from the 1860s to the 1880s. Zarnowski also profiles Malcolm Ford, Hollywood cowboy Fred C. Thomson, Avery Brundage (later president of the International Olympic Committee), and the legendary Jim Thorpe. The story of the post-WWII All-Arounder, Bob Richards the "Vaulting Vicar" of Wheaties fame, is also included. The lives and careers of these men - as well as the event itself - are finally given the treatment they deserve in this richly detailed book, which includes more than 20 photos. It will hold great appeal to sports historians, 19th century historians, and the fans, athletes, and coaches of modern day track and field.

Running Hard - The Story of a Rivalry (Paperback): Steve Chilton Running Hard - The Story of a Rivalry (Paperback)
Steve Chilton 1
R369 R336 Discovery Miles 3 360 Save R33 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The story of two very different athlete's lives (Kenny Stuart and John Wild [RAF] up till 1983 (biogs), followed by an in-depth analysis of the 1983 Fell Championships season. It tells of how an international steeplechaser from the Midlands moved to the fells to go head-to-head with a Cumbrian fell runner who later became a 2-11 marathon runner. The Championship in 1983 was much tougher than it is now. After 15 races the title was decided by just 20 seconds at the final race. Then it covers what happened next with the two athletes, and what they are doing now.

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