Henry Carter Hull

So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of Born to Run tells you what you need to know--before or after you read Christopher McDougall's book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of Born to Run by Christopher McDougall includes: Historical context Chapter-by-chapter overviews Detailed timeline of key events...

The inspirational, bittersweet story of Tamsin Imber's journey as a runner. Starting out as a busy mom, she secretly trains for a marathon -- and ends up completing nine in a year, running joyfully in the rainy North York Moors with a group of like-minded lunatics. But talented Tamsin's London Marathon attempt is thwarted by a mysterious fatigue. Running My Way explores the empowering sense of freedom and achievement that running can bring into the...

Fifty Places to Run Before You Die is a beautifully illustrated collection of the most exhilarating running courses in the world. Featuring a balance of popular races (marathons, 10Ks, and endurance runs) and scenic trails off the beaten path, as well as interviews with accomplished runners and leaders of respected running organizations, this book divulges the details that make each venue unique-and plenty of tips for those who aspire to run there....

Is there a large ass-shaped dent in your sofa? A gym membership burning a hole in your bank account? Does the sight of your wobbly thighs leave you cowering under a blanket? Straight-talking, funny, and brutally honest, Get Off Your Ass and Run will give you, yes, you, the push you need to get out of the door, up and running, and shedding pounds in no time. Hate running? No worries. Get Off Your Ass and Run provides all the tools you need to transform...

When 39,195 competitors thunder over the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to begin the thirty-eighth running of the famed New York City Marathon, they experience one of the most exhilarating moments in sports. But as they cross five towering bridges and five distinct boroughs, carried 26.2 miles by the cheers of two million fans and by their own indomitable wills, grueling challenges await them. New York Times sportswriter Liz Robbins brings race day to life...

Nutrition, mindset, and workout strategies-an integrative guide to endurance training Whether you're training for marathons, triathlons, ultras or anything in between, every endurance athlete should understand the lifestyle and training approaches that build athletic capacity-and protect it over time. Holistic Endurance Training is an in-depth guide to Responsive Endurance Training (RET) that will help you cultivate more energy and stamina while...