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The Ultimate Runner: Stories and Advice to Keep You Moving
Do You Run to Live . . . or Live to Run? Whether you are a casual weekend warrior in running shoes, a seasoned ultra marathoner, or something in between, you recognize the heart and passion of runners who are just like you. Serious, competitive athletes and those who just want to shed a few pounds will find common ground in The Ultimate Runner, a celebration of every type of runner in heartfelt narratives, spectacular photos, and expert advice. The magic of a run is shared in these chronicles of fitness breakthroughs, gritty races, and golden friendships forged in predawn sojourns. Great moments in running take place every day, and The Ultimate Runner is filled with more than thirty stunning photos that give voice to those extraordinary experiences shared by ordinary runners. Experts in the fields of nutrition, exercise physiology, and training weigh in with advice that will ramp up any running program. Some run for the fitness value, some for a charitable cause, and some just to enjoy nature in a different way, but every runner is changed by the experience. Share some of those transformative moments with others who love the feel of the road beneath their feet.
275 pages, Paperback
First published April 8, 2010
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
September 20, 2010
Great, inspiring short stories, that will get you out the door every time! Check out page 11, that's me, published :) woohoo!
November 9, 2015
Truthfully I picked up this book hoping it would give me some practical advice. Instead I read little stories and anecdotes from other runners. That was cute, but I wouldn't read it again, wouldn't recommend it, and would suggest a different title for the book.
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July 11, 2010A friend wrote 2 essays for this book. I'm looking forward to reading it.
May 25, 2011
Enjoyable read. Nice to hear from a variety of runners on a variety of running topics. I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could....
March 18, 2012
just ok, nothing big. entertaining and nice to hear a variety of reasons to run.
December 28, 2014
Inspiring and informative reading for wannabe as well as experienced runners. As well as personal anecdotes (the Vaseline story is hilarious) the second part of the book offers technical advice.
September 19, 2015
Excellent book- loved reading about people's reasons for running!
January 9, 2017
Full of inspirational stories and a section of practical advice for new runners. I read it in one sitting.
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