Describes what happens to the human body while running a race and provides tips for technique in such areas as warming up, breathing, and recovering from the race.
the first century of the world's premier running event
Derderian, Tom
1996
Takes a look at the facts and philosophy of racing, and tells the stories of the rivalries, subplots, and behind-the-scenes intrigues that drive racers to train and race in the Boston Marathon.
Cinderella's son worries that his mean cousins will beat him in the King's Race, so the fairy godmother who helped his mother reappears with some assistance for him.
Daisy Howson must set aside her controlling nature to improve the level of trust among her teammates so they can win the relay race in the upcoming track meet.
When Karen and Yasmine become friends as well as members of a mixed Arab and Jewish track team in Israel, relatives and friends of both girls disapprove of the relationship.
Twelve-year-old Cass meets her new African-American neighbor, Jemmie, and despite their families' prejudices, they build a strong friendship around their mutual talent for running and a pact to read Jane Eyre.