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The Flying Scotsman - The Eric Liddell Story (Paperback, Uk Ed.): Sally Magnusson The Flying Scotsman - The Eric Liddell Story (Paperback, Uk Ed.)
Sally Magnusson
R390 R352 Discovery Miles 3 520 Save R38 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Eric Liddell was the British athlete who gave up his chance of an Olympic gold medal in 1924 because he would not run on a Sunday. He then riveted the world by unexpectedly winning gold in a different race altogether.

Back home he abandoned fame and sporting glory to become a missionary in China, where he braved the frontline perils of one of the world's ugliest wars and died in Japanese internment. He inspired the Oscar-winning movie Chariots of Fire and is still revered in China today.

In this revised and updated edition of her best-selling biography, journalist Sally Magnusson asks: 'What are we to make of a life that comprehended both drive and serenity, will to achieve and the grace to give in, absolute principles and utter humanity, charisma and ordinariness?'

In pursuit of the answer, she uncovers a story which has everything: sport, war, romance and faith.

Weight Lifting Log Book (Paperback): Cristie Publishing Weight Lifting Log Book (Paperback)
Cristie Publishing
R414 R385 Discovery Miles 3 850 Save R29 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Become an Amazing Coach - The first step is to believe it's possible. (Paperback): Shannon Waters, Danielle Radden Become an Amazing Coach - The first step is to believe it's possible. (Paperback)
Shannon Waters, Danielle Radden; Foreword by Alyson Watson
R405 Discovery Miles 4 050 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
I Can Run - An Empowering Guide to Running Well Far (Paperback): Amy Lane, Edward Lane I Can Run - An Empowering Guide to Running Well Far (Paperback)
Amy Lane, Edward Lane 1
R454 Discovery Miles 4 540 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

I CAN RUN is not a running book for 'runners' - it's the must-have running book for anyone who has ever experienced a moment of defeatism and had the little voice in their head make the excuse, 'I can't run'. In 12 chapters, you will discover that you can. You will dig deep to find your inner athlete. You'll learn how to train smart, recover well, sync your runs to your menstrual cycle and fuel right. I CAN RUN will ensure you never again wait until you're thin enough, fast enough, athletic enough, whatever-next enough to call yourself a runner, because if you put one foot in front of the other, repeatedly, you are a runner. Getting outside, surrounding yourself in nature and moving your body is more important than ever in these anxiety-inducing times, and Amy's debut will give you the encouragement and know-how that you need to do this. I CAN RUN recognises that this is hard and that committing to consistent training is often more of an accomplishment than the 10K, half marathon or marathon race itself. You will find comfort and encouragement in Amy's experience of cramps, chafing and the occasional little sick, while learning from leading experts about how to set yourself up for success and get the very best from your runs both physically and mentally. This book is real talk about the keys to going well far. We're all in it for the long run, together. We CAN do this!

Run or Die - The Inspirational Memoir of the World's Greatest Ultra-Runner (Paperback): Kilian Jornet Run or Die - The Inspirational Memoir of the World's Greatest Ultra-Runner (Paperback)
Kilian Jornet 1
R511 R461 Discovery Miles 4 610 Save R50 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Run or Die by Kilian Jornet - the autobiography of the world's most dominating athlete in ultra running Shortlisted for the 2014 William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award National Geographic Adventurer of the Year 2014 Marca Legend Award 2014 'This man can run 100 miles. Up and down mountains. Without stopping. After skipping breakfast. Meet Kilian Jornet, the world's greatest ultra-runner' The Times At 18 months he went on his first hike. At 3, he climbed his first mountain. At 10, he entered his first mountain race. At 26, he plans to run up Everest - without an oxygen mask. Kilian Jornet has conquered some of the toughest physical tests on the planet. He has run up and down Mt. Kilimanjaro faster than any other human being, and struck down world records in every challenge that has been proposed - all before the age of 25. Dominating ultra marathons and races at altitude, he has redefined what is possible in running, astonishing competitors with his near-superhuman fitness and ability. In Run or Die Kilian shares his passion, inviting readers into a fascinating world rich with the beauty of rugged trails and mountain vistas, the pulse-pounding drama of racing, and an intense love for sport and the landscapes that surround him. In turns inspiring, insightful, candid, and deeply personal, this is a book written from the heart of the world's greatest endurance runner, for whom life presents one simple choice: Run. Or die. This is the next must-have read for those who enjoyed the endurance books Born to Run by Christopher McDougall and Ultramarathon Man by Dean Karnazes. 'Fascinating insight into the gruelling world of the ultimate ultra-runner' Daily Mail Kilian Jornet is a world champion ultra-runner, climber and ski mountaineer (a combination of skiing and mountaineering).He was voted the presitigious 'Adventurer of the Year 2014' award by National Geographic magazine, in honour of his latest project to break speed records up and down the world's 7 tallest mountains. The 4-year-project finishes with a running attempt up Everest in 2016.

Some Runs Are Like That - The Inspiring Daughter Mother Story of Team Babsie (Paperback): Todd Civin Some Runs Are Like That - The Inspiring Daughter Mother Story of Team Babsie (Paperback)
Todd Civin; Beth Singleton Craig
R408 Discovery Miles 4 080 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Running Flow (Paperback): Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Philip Latter, Christine Weinkauff Duranso Running Flow (Paperback)
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Philip Latter, Christine Weinkauff Duranso
R514 Discovery Miles 5 140 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Ask any serious runner and they'll tell you that being mentally sound is vital to success in the sport. The ability to enter a flow state of mind is something that Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi has devoted his entire career to understanding. In Running Flow, Dr. Csikszentmihalyi is joined by fellow psychologist Christine Weinkauff and running journalist and coach Philip Latter. This landmark work is the first book dedicated to helping runners achieve the state of flow in competitive and training environments. You'll find comprehensive coverage of the phenomenon, unique practice exercises that stimulate its occurrence, and firsthand accounts from elite runners about their flow experiences. The psychological barriers associated with training and competition can be as demanding as the physical ones. Destined to become a running classic, Running Flow will open your mind not only to better performance but also to a better, healthier, and more enjoyable experience.

The Right Shoe - Helpful advice from a shoemaker (Paperback): Zoe C Rios The Right Shoe - Helpful advice from a shoemaker (Paperback)
Zoe C Rios
R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Run 5km With Confidence - The Complete Training Resource for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Runners (Paperback): Darryl... Run 5km With Confidence - The Complete Training Resource for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Runners (Paperback)
Darryl Fry
R160 Discovery Miles 1 600 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Run 10km With Confidence - The Complete Training Resource for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Runners (Paperback): Darryl... Run 10km With Confidence - The Complete Training Resource for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Runners (Paperback)
Darryl Fry
R161 Discovery Miles 1 610 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Can We Run With You, Grandfather? - Seven Continents: Seven Decades (Paperback, None Ed.): Doug Richards Can We Run With You, Grandfather? - Seven Continents: Seven Decades (Paperback, None Ed.)
Doug Richards
R396 R361 Discovery Miles 3 610 Save R35 (9%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In his previous book, Running Hot & Cold, Doug described his journey from couch potato in late middle age to running long-distance races across deserts, mountains, jungles and snow fields in locations as diverse as the Sahara Desert and the polar ice-cap of Greenland. Having completed major events on four of Earth's continents, Can We Run With You, Grandfather? describes Doug's ongoing journey towards his ultimate dream of running at least a half marathon on all seven continents before his 70th birthday. Still living with occasional bouts of anxiety and depression, as well as other health scares, Doug combines his running travels with motivating and inspiring others, of all ages and abilities, to discover the physical and mental health benefits that running can bring. Join Doug as he tackles new adventures including the villages and temples of central Myanmar, the heat of the Australian outback and the frozen wilderness of Antarctica.

Radical Running - The Trail Running Coloring Book (Paperback): Pablo Airth Radical Running - The Trail Running Coloring Book (Paperback)
Pablo Airth
R298 Discovery Miles 2 980 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Over the Hill at 60 Something? - An illustrated log of running the Lakeland summits as listed in the Wainwright Pictorial... Over the Hill at 60 Something? - An illustrated log of running the Lakeland summits as listed in the Wainwright Pictorial Guides. (Hardcover)
Barry Holmes
R612 Discovery Miles 6 120 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Did Anyone Tell You This Was Going to Be Easy? (Paperback): Laurel Slyck Did Anyone Tell You This Was Going to Be Easy? (Paperback)
Laurel Slyck
R574 R534 Discovery Miles 5 340 Save R40 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Running and Fat Burning for Women (Paperback): Jeff Galloway Running and Fat Burning for Women (Paperback)
Jeff Galloway
R467 R427 Discovery Miles 4 270 Save R40 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

This is the ultimate guide for women who want to improve their health and fitness by getting into running."Running and Fat Burning for Women" is packed with expert advice from former Olympian Jeff Galloway and his wife Barbara, dealing with everything from how to get started and keep motivated, to the process of fat deposition and burning.With its practical tips, successful strategies, and delicious and nutritious meal plans that women everywhere can incorporate into their daily lives - no matter how busy a schedule - this is the perfect companion to getting healthy without giving up life's little luxuries.

The Road to Sparta - Reliving the Epic Run that Inspired the World's Greatest Foot Race (Paperback, Main): Dean Karnazes The Road to Sparta - Reliving the Epic Run that Inspired the World's Greatest Foot Race (Paperback, Main)
Dean Karnazes 1
R305 Discovery Miles 3 050 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In 490 BCE Pheidippides ran for 36 hours straight from Athens to Sparta to seek help in defending Athens from a Persian invasion. He was hailed as a hero and his run stands enduringly as one of greatest physical accomplishments in history. Dean Karnazes honours this achievement and his own Greek heritage by attempting this ancient journey in modern times. His account of running the gruelling Spartathlon, fuelled only by the figs, olives and meats available to Pheidippides, will captivate even the most sedentary readers.

Francis Benali: The Autobiography - Shortlisted for THE SUNDAY TIMES Sports Book Awards 2022 (Paperback): Francis Benali Francis Benali: The Autobiography - Shortlisted for THE SUNDAY TIMES Sports Book Awards 2022 (Paperback)
Francis Benali
R332 R310 Discovery Miles 3 100 Save R22 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

LONGLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2022 'Anyone wanting an example of never being beaten should look at the incredible Francis Benali.' - Alan Shearer 'Honest, revealing story of a strong man who pushed his body to its limits and beyond on and off the pitch. Incredible read.' - Henry Winter, The Times 'The iron man with a will of steel and a heart of gold. Truly fran-tastic!' - Jeff Stelling, Soccer Saturday ------- Francis Benali is a Southampton Football Club legend and a celebrated charity endurance athlete, and he's ready to tell his story. Francis 'Franny' Benali played football for 20 years for Southampton FC in nearly 400 games, almost his entire career. His utter dedication to the club caused him to be a hero to Saints fans around the world. Written with the acclaimed Daily Mail sportswriter Matt Barlow, this book details Benali's humble beginnings and has countless tales involving players, managers, and matches detailing Benali's illustrious football career. But his story is much more than that. The intense commitment he had as a player found a new outlet in the world of endurance sport. Through Ironman triathlons and marathons, he has raised more than GBP1 million for Cancer Research UK. Benali's story shows us what can be achieved through dedication and commitment on and off the pitch. Through football and charity, he has made a positive difference in countless people's lives. His is truly an inspirational story.

You Don't Have to Run a Marathon, But You Can if You Want - Transforming Running Expectations (Paperback): Ellen Greear You Don't Have to Run a Marathon, But You Can if You Want - Transforming Running Expectations (Paperback)
Ellen Greear
R253 Discovery Miles 2 530 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Running - A Love Story - How an Overweight Radio DJ Got Hooked on Running Marathons (Paperback, Main): Dom Harvey Running - A Love Story - How an Overweight Radio DJ Got Hooked on Running Marathons (Paperback, Main)
Dom Harvey
R404 R365 Discovery Miles 3 650 Save R39 (10%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Dom Harvey is a hugely popular radio DJ. He's known for his funny gags, and has been described as a shock-jock. So it might come as a surprise to find out that Dom is also seriously into running - marathon running. In fact, he loves it. This book is a love story about running, and about marathons especially. What got Dom into marathons? How did running save his life? And why, despite being an old fart, is he now trying to run even faster than ever before? Dom is just a regular guy who drank too much alcohol and ate too much shitty food, then fell in love with running and turned his life around (and became a bit of a running nerd along the way).

Long Road to Boston - An Autobiography of No One You'd Know (Paperback): Ross Burns Long Road to Boston - An Autobiography of No One You'd Know (Paperback)
Ross Burns
R540 Discovery Miles 5 400 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Unfinished Race - Redefining the Recovery Process (Paperback): Kylene Cochrane The Unfinished Race - Redefining the Recovery Process (Paperback)
Kylene Cochrane
R476 R439 Discovery Miles 4 390 Save R37 (8%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Born to Run - How to Feel Unstoppable While Doing What You Love (Paperback): Audrius Klima Born to Run - How to Feel Unstoppable While Doing What You Love (Paperback)
Audrius Klima
R310 Discovery Miles 3 100 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Saving Myself One Step at a Time - A Running Memoir (Paperback): T J Bryan Saving Myself One Step at a Time - A Running Memoir (Paperback)
T J Bryan
R399 Discovery Miles 3 990 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Complete Book Of Running - Personal Advice That Will Help You Improve Your Running Race: Beginning Runners Handbook... The Complete Book Of Running - Personal Advice That Will Help You Improve Your Running Race: Beginning Runners Handbook (Paperback)
Lona Vandewalle
R166 Discovery Miles 1 660 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Vignettes on the Life Side - Adventures with Michael: The Army, Racing & Climbing (Paperback): Patricia Rice Vignettes on the Life Side - Adventures with Michael: The Army, Racing & Climbing (Paperback)
Patricia Rice; Michael Williams
R282 Discovery Miles 2 820 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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