ISLAND MARATHONS

ISLAND MARATHONS
Author: Jim Manford
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2019-03-17
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0244463654

With 40 years of running behind him, including more than 300 marathons in over 100 overseas locations (55 different countries and still counting) there are few people better qualified than Jim Manford to guide runners step-by-step through some of the world's most exotic marathon locations. Writing as always from the perspective of a dedicated Marathon Tourist, in this his 10th book in his 'Marathon Tourism' series, Jim describes 25 island-based marathons from Cuba to Crete, Reykjavik to Rhodes, Tenerife to Torshavn and Sri Lanka to the Seychelles along with other beautiful islands around the globe. This book is a must-read for those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel.

Marathon Woman

Marathon Woman
Author: Kathrine Switzer
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2017-04-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 030682566X

A new edition of a sports icon's memoir, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Kathrine Switzer's historic running of the Boston Marathon as the first woman to run. In 1967, Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially run what was then the all-male Boston Marathon, infuriating one of the event's directors who attempted to violently eject her. In one of the most iconic sports moments, Switzer escaped and finished the race. She made history-and is poised to do it again on the fiftieth anniversary of that initial race, when she will run the 2017 Boston Marathon at age 70. Now a spokesperson for Reebok, Switzer is also the founder of 261 Fearless, a foundation dedicated to creating opportunities for women on all fronts, as this groundbreaking sports hero has done throughout her life. "Kathrine Switzer is the Susan B. Anthony of women's marathoning."-Joan Benoit Samuelson, first Olympic gold medalist in the women's marathon

WORLD'S MOST EXOTIC MARATHONS

WORLD'S MOST EXOTIC MARATHONS
Author: JIM MANFORD
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2019-10-27
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 024422627X

Fancy running somewhere different for a change? The 11th book in Jim's 'Marathon Tourism' series provides a runner's guide to marathons held in some of the world's most exotic locations: from Arctic wastelands to tropical paradises; from the world's highest mountain to its longest coral reef; from the Great Wall of China to an ancient Inca Trail; from the world's greatest waterfall to barren deserts and from rugged stretches of coastline to the centres of iconic cities. This book is the perfect read for all those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel.

MARATHON TOURISM IN EUROPE'S CAPITALS

MARATHON TOURISM IN EUROPE'S CAPITALS
Author: JIM MANFORD
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2018-01-07
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0244340595

This seventh book in Jim's 'Marathon Tourism' series takes readers on an informative tour of the capital cities of Western Europe. The comprehensive descriptions of 20 of its most popular marathons will appeal to all who want to learn more about the cities in which they run.

100 Marathons

100 Marathons
Author: Jeffrey Horowitz
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1628734183

“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.

MARATHON TOURIST'S GUIDEBOOK

MARATHON TOURIST'S GUIDEBOOK
Author: Jim Manford
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2016-07-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1326723499

A guide to 20 overseas marathons, written by a dedicated Marathon Tourist. For those, who like him, enjoy combining a love of marathon running with a love of travel.

MARATHON TOURISM DOWN UNDER

MARATHON TOURISM DOWN UNDER
Author: Jim Manford
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2018-09-20
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0244111987

As part of a long-standing ambition to complete the Australian 100 Marathon Club's 'Anzac Sweep'(a marathon in all States and Territories in Australia plus the North and South Islands of New Zealand)Jim has taken a close look at the marathons available in each location. As always, his meticulously researched accounts, written from the perspective of a dedicated Marathon Tourist, are sure to appeal to all those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel. This is the 9th book in Jim's 'Marathon Tourism' series.

52 Marathons in 52 Weeks

52 Marathons in 52 Weeks
Author: HowExpert
Publisher: HowExpert
Total Pages: 89
Release: 2017-09-13
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1647587603

“52 Marathons In 52 Weeks: How to Run a Marathon Every Week For a Year” by Karl Gruber is the definitive guide on how to go about preparing yourself to run one 26.2 mile race – a marathon – for 52 straight weeks. Gruber stands on a platform of integrity of his expertise in writing about this topic in that he himself successfully accomplished running 52 marathons in 52 weeks in 1996 – 1997. While it may seem that this topic represents a small niche of runners, the running of multiple marathons on a regular basis has seen massive growth and popularity in the past twenty years. The popularity of running numerous marathons on a regular basis, and running longer and longer distances non-stop, has seen an exponential growth within the global running community over the last two decades. In light of this, the guide, “52 Marathons In 52 Weeks: How to Run a Marathon Every Week for a Year” by Karl Gruber, is your guide on how to successfully prepare for, and accomplish doing exactly that – running 52 marathons in 52 weeks. Having successfully accomplished this feat of running himself, Gruber offers you a definitive guide how to go about successfully becoming a member of the 52 in 52 club. In this guide, you will learn: - How to train your body properly to prepare for the physical rigors of running 52 marathons in 52 weeks - How to handle, organize, and deal with the logistics of such a gargantuan effort - What training program works best to get you into peak shape to run 52 marathons - Proper nutrition, and tips on staying fueled, hydrated, and rested - How to deal with your critics and naysayers - How to maintain a positive and self-confident attitude during the long year of running marathons About the Expert: Karl Gruber is the 9th man in the world to run 52 marathons in 52 weeks. He was inspired to run a marathon every week for a period of a year to raise awareness for leukemia. Now, Karl shares his incredible lessons through this "52 Marathons in 52 Weeks" guide. Gruber is also published author, speaker, and life coach. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

My First 100 Marathons

My First 100 Marathons
Author: Jeffrey Horowitz
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2011-02-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 162636706X

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.

Marathon Quest

Marathon Quest
Author: Martin Parnell
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2012
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1927330130

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.