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In the fifth book of the Road to Glory series, Jeremy Daniel shows us how Caster Semenya developed into a world-class athlete. Growing up in poverty in Limpopo, Caster’s early experiences at school are marked by many ups and downs: while her friends and family accept her for who she is, she is constantly...

Correre nel vento è una raccolta di 46 racconti brevi che parlano di emozioni, sensazioni, sfide e passioni che infiammano il meraviglioso mondo dell’atletica leggera. Queste storie si addentrano nel profondo dei sentimenti e dell’animo dei runners, da cui nasce la loro primordiale vocazione....

La corsa è la cosa più vicina alla natura umana, ci riappacifica con il nostro corpo e con la nostra anima. Siamo fatti per correre e per saltare, non per stare seduti in una sedia. Attraverso la corsa, ho imparato cosa vuol dire avere un obiettivo, credere in qualcosa, insistere, lavorare, impegnarsi,...

At the 1908 Summer Olympics, one of the contenders in the marathon was the diminutive Italian Dorando Pietri. After leading the pack at a grueling pace, Pietri staggered into the stadium, turned the wrong direction, and fell five times, after which two officials took him by the arms and brought him...

This is the thrilling account of the heroism, ambition, and scandal of three remarkable men whose actions at the 1908 Olympics overshadowed the first London Games. Diminutive Italian Dorando Pietri fell five times, and was practically carried across the finish line. Scottish sprinter Wyndham Halswelle...

With modest and regular effort, you can accomplish things you may never have dreamed of. The triathlon community is filled with a wide range of people, all of whom just get out there and 'do it.' The fact that we are all out to try something hard (what other sport has a 90 minute "sprint?") builds...

Do you want to know how faster runners apply self-control and discipline? Do you have questions like these about willpower and your marathon training and racing? How do commitment and progress affect my willpower? Is there such a thing as too much willpower? How do pride, shame, and guilt...

Mary Decker's clash with Zola Budd at the 1984 Los Angeles Games is one of the biggest and most controversial events in Olympic history. In a head-to-head that gripped the imagination of the world, the 3000 metres race pitted the experienced and glamourous world champion from the host nation against...

Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. This book includes information boxes containing tips and advice aimed at all...

Every runner knows how important it is to clear out before you head out—and Runner’s World How to Make Yourself Poop shows you how. With tips on training, nutrition, gear, motivation, health, and racing delivered with humor and clarity, this book is essential reading for any runner who...

Obstacle course races and mud runs such as Tough Mudder, Spartan Race, Warrior Dash, Rugged Maniac, and Muddy Buddy are all waiting for you to get Down and Dirty.   Author Matt B. Davis offers an overview of the most popular races before tackling the most important concerns for any...

Exercise is a very important part of our lives. We need to exercise to keep our muscles strong as well as allow us to enjoy life to its fullest.  In this book, I will give you a full overview of everything that you need to do to get the ultimate results from your efforts. Here is a preview...

In this book Nancy Clark shows you how to complete an entre marathon with energy to spare by offering you the best advice on topics such as balancing carbohydrates, protein, and fat in your diet; choosing the best snacks; losing weight while staying energetic; and carbohydrating loading. .