marathon running

"Preston the mouse has always dreamed of running in the New York City Marathon and even when his family says he cannot do it, Preston refuses to let go of his dream"--Provided by publisher.

Extreme Ultra Running presents the thrills and spills of this intriguing extreme sport.

Presents advice for training to run half and full marathons, with methods for physically and mentally preparing for a marathon and tips for equipment, hydration, and nutrition.

"The Marathon des Sables is considered the most grueling foot race on the planet, and you're about to run it. Over six days and some 150 miles in the Sahara Desert, you will make decisions that will test your mettle. These decisions could bring you glory, bring you shame, or even send you to an early grave. Only YOU CHOOSE how this adventure story ends"--Provided by the publisher.

Chronicles the history, important characters, and obstacles faced during the 1928 inaugural Trans-American foot race where runners traveled over 3,400 miles from Los Angeles to New York.

When Bobbi Gibb saw the Boston Marathon her mind was set---she had to be part of it. This picture book tells the true story of how she broke the rules in 1966, and through grit and determination, changed the world.

The World Marathon Challenge?seven marathons on seven continents in seven days?is the ultimate race for adventurous runners. It tests the athletes to their limits, going from biting cold Antarctic conditions one day to dry desert heat another. To survive the onslaught of sensations?fear, fatigue, depression, elation?takes a special sort of determination and strength of will. Few would voluntarily take on such a challenge, and fewer still would finish it.

Highlights fifty of the world's greatest marathons that take runners through cities, deserts, coastal areas, and historic sites, in a work that features an expert analysis of each course and practical details for participating in the events.

"The exciting and bizarre true story of the 1904 Olympic marathon, which took place at the St. Louis World's Fair"--Provided by publisher.