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Author
Pub. Date
c2013
Description
An unorthodox primer to the adventurous world of trail running and ultramarathons by ultrarunner Jason Robillard. The tips provided throughout the book range from practical to weird as Robillard sets out to teach others how to run ridiculously long distances through the wilderness based on his endless self-experimentation. This book goes where no other ultrarunning book dares by covering topics like testicle shaving and methods to get rid of annoying...
103) Running on empty
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 4
Description
In this high-interest sports novel for teens, Leon is devastated after an injury gets him bumped off the relay team.
"After a freak accident on the track, everything changes for Leon Kline, anchor of Gilburn High's 4x100 sprint relay team. Suddenly his future is gone. No scholarship, no college. When he meets sassy and straight-talking Casey De Vries, life doesn't look so bleak. She even gets him running again. But as he gets to know Casey better,...
104) Who I was with her
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 10
Description
"When Corrine Parker's girlfriend dies in a car accident Corrine struggles to come to terms with her grief and whether she is ready to come out as bisexual"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
As the best-selling guide in the sport, Training Young Distance Runners has helped countless runners achieve their best times, avoid injuries, and improve their performance progressively from season to season. Updated, expanded, and enhanced, this new edition further solidifies its standing as a must-have for athletes and coaches in cross country, track and field, and road racing. Running experts Larry Greene and Russ Pate combine the latest research...
109) Running past 50
Author
Pub. Date
c1998
Description
"Former Runner's World editor Rich Benyo explains how to make the years after 50 the best in your running career. Through his engaging writing style, Benyo will help you: infuse your running program with new training ideas, set new goals, establish good nutrition and hydration habits, avoid injuries common in aging runners, and stay motivated."--BOOK JACKET
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Description
"Run Your Best Marathon is here to change all that with the expertise of running coach Sam Murphy. Whether you're looking to step up to the marathon for the first time or to better previous performances over the distance, Sam's runner-centred approach will help you prepare for and race your chosen marathon to the best of your ability."--
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
Pete developed a love of nature at a young age. When his mother passed away, Pete decided to honor her legacy by running 50 marathons in 50 states and raising money for cancer research in the process. That experience fueled his hunger to accomplish even more and served as a springboard for his cause-driven running journey. Then he heard that the famed Iditarod had another component, one that didn't involve dogs, and he wanted to learn more. Pete took...
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Description
Running doesn't have to suck. Ease yourself into a comfortable routine (promise!) with this hilarious and approachable guide to workouts and nutrition from an experienced athlete. With smartly organized chapters that you can read in any order, this book includes insights from professional runners, sports psychologists, coaches, physical therapists, and Jhung's own two-decade writing and running career. Whether you're looking for inspiration or setting...
Author
Pub. Date
2015
Description
Meb for Mortals describes in unprecedented detail how the three-time Olympian prepares to take on the best runners in the world.More important, the book shows everyday runners how to implement the training, nutritional, and mental principles that have guided him throughout his long career.
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
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...
117) Running backs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book discusses the position of running back and introduces some of football's best, including LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers, Willie Parker of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Red Grange of the University of Illinois, and Walter Payton of the Chicago Bears.
118) The Ghost Runner
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 2
Description
High school senior Ollie discovers a ghost haunting a cross country track through the woods and, with his best friend and teammate, Nate, decides to lay it to rest.
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"This book is a comprehensive guide for intermediate- to advanced-level women runners on how to set goals, then build a system of daily habits and small steps to achieve them. The book will cover female-centric topics such as common nutrition needs, exercises and stretches that help the body get stronger and recover better, and training plans that can be used for various distances and purposes"--
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