running races

"Science of Running answers all your running-related questions, from what's going on in your lungs during a sprint to the science behind the legendary "runner's high." Learn how to run faster, further, and for longer--scientifically." -- provided by publisher.

Sixteen-year-old Leo Coughlin's life is increasingly stressful because his autistic older brother Caleb's behavior is becoming more bizarre and even violent, and their parents' marriage is falling apart--but Leo finds an escape in long distance running, and in two new friends: Curtis, himself a potential state champion who teaches him the strategy of running, and Mary, his would-be girlfriend.

When fourteen-year-old Leggie LaGrande, star runner on the Bricklin Middle School track team, suffers a hamstring injury at the very start of the season, he figures his shot at the Junior Olympics is over--but his coach insists that even if he cannot run he can still compete in some other track and field event, so he finds himself working out at the shot put, competing with a new student whom he dislikes.

Sophie is not just a unicorn expert--she's also a sports superstar! She knows exactly how to prepare for the longest, hardest race she's ever run and doesn't have time to listen to advice from her mom and dad. After all, Sophie is the family's expert athlete. But Sophie is so focused on following her Excellent Race Plan that she might miss what is happening around her! Find out if she's ready for the big event"--Provided by publisher.

"Parrot, queen of the forest, has arranged for a very important race. All the animals are sending one racer, even the tiny frogs. But the little racing frog doesn't stand a chance -- or does he?"--Back cover.

Provides advice on training for running races of distances of five kilometers and up, with workout schedules and a discussion of racing techniques.

Diego participates in a race with rain forest animals.

The story of two rainforest creatures who embark on an unlikely adventure - running The Great Rainforest Race. The pair proves that with hard work they can do what seemed impossible, and learn the true meaning of courage along the way.

"A story to show how to keep going even when something is difficult. Girls--and boys!--can become stronger and more resilient simply by realizing how strong and resilient they already are, and running provides a pathway to that realization"--OCLC.

After he accidentally injures a teammate during relay race practice, thirteen-year-old Nate and his cousin Rachel travel back in time to meet Jesse Owens, and get a chance to see him run in the 1936 Olympics--and almost lose the Sports Illustrated magazine that is their ticket back to the present.