By Don Allison - A Step Beyond: A Definitive Guide to Ultrarunning (Fourth) (2004-01-16) [Paperback]

by Don Allison

A Step Beyond captures the world of ultrarunning in a single book. Included in more than 500 information-paced pages is * advice on training and racing * the physiology of the sport * the classic races * biographies of ultra greats * philosophy, history, humor * great photos, and much more. A Step Beyond has been the definitive text since its initial publication in 2002 and includes the most pertinent information about the sport of ultrarunning. Now in its fourth edition, all of the latest developments in the sport are covered.

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Todd Salzer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love it, partially due to the content, but mostly because it is a photo of me on the cover!

[Jo * Smut-Dickted * · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great compilation meant to be a resource and not just a pick up and read me book. So far I've enjoyed the chapters and think it is a good choice for those who are interested in running trails and ultra's. I liked the variety - it's a bit older book but it is a no nonsense not flashy type that you can use to reference for years to come. Lots of great topics and info in here!

[Oskar Garibaldi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book helped me understand that I don't want to "do ultraruns", I just want to run ultra-ly. The information on physiology and anatomy was very useful to me and encouraged me to explore other sources. When I got to the second half of the book, I realized I don't care about running lore or being part of some larger "ultrarunning community". After reading this book I decided to stop timing myself or measuring distance. Racing has been important for my motivation, but now I just want to run for health and happiness, not put myself through intense metabolic stress for the sake of numbers or medals. I appreciate all of the accumulated wisdom in this book.

[Thebestdogmom · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good book for the new ultra runner.

[Mark Fallon · Rating 4 out of 5]

An information-packed book. Lots of material that I'll be referencing for the next few years as I continue my journey into the world of ultra-running.