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Book Surviving the Marathon Des Sables

Download or read book Surviving the Marathon Des Sables written by Matt Doeden and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Book Where the Road Ends

Download or read book Where the Road Ends written by Meghan M. Hicks and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2016-04-05 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, countless runners, endurance athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts discover the sport of trail running. Whether they run for peace of mind, appreciation of nature, or competition, they find a sport unlike any other. Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running captures the excitement, intensity, and appeal of the outdoors. From training and preparation to overcoming nature’s obstacles, it’s all here, accompanied by detailed instruction, expert insights, and stunning color photography. Inside you’ll find these features: • Techniques for running over dirt, sand, roots, and rock • Equipment recommendations based on terrain, distance, and conditions • Safety guidelines for navigation, injury, and water crossings • Conditioning programs for all levels of runners • Strategies for improving race-day performance Whether you are an experienced road runner looking for new challenges or an extreme athlete pushing your physical limits, look no further than Where the Road Ends, the authoritative guide for conquering the trails, terrain, and conditions of the great outdoors.

Book Running Beyond

Download or read book Running Beyond written by Ian Corless and published by Aurum. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ultra running is one of the world's fastest growing sports and in Ian Corless who runs the scene's most influential podcast, ultra-running has the perfect author to chronicle its rise. Running Beyond is a homage to the sport's legendary races, unique, commissioned photography, captures the diverse and striking terrain - from mountail peaks, to jungles and deserts. Through interviews with the legendary athletes of the sport, Running Beyond is the ultimate homage to the ultra-running world. Foreword by record-breaking, world number one, Kilian Jornet (Run or Die).

Book Desert Marathon Training   Ultramarathon Tips for Beginners  2nd Edition

Download or read book Desert Marathon Training Ultramarathon Tips for Beginners 2nd Edition written by Phil Harley and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-01-07 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Possibly the most detailed guide to the MdS in print today So you want to run an ultra-marathon? And why not? Like the "Marathon des Sables (MdS)"? What is it like to run marathons, every day, in the Sahara, for a week? There are sandy desert races all around the world to test your body mind and spirit. All in breathtaking scenery far away from the daily hamster wheel we usually live in. This book is about how to go from zero to hero. By an ordinary family doctor who runs ultra marathons for fun, just to see how far and how fast an ordinary runner can go. Not an elite, but he brings medical know-how to help you prepare for your first desert marathon. An arthritic turtle in slow motion - he surged past ... You've just run, stumbled and staggered forty miles in the last couple of days and the sun is beating down. The rays seem to pierce your skin and it feels like your organs are starting to glow. Your pack chafes your shoulder and the red raw skin is somehow slippery. You wonder if it is blood. The back of your t-shirt is a sodden wet toad. You kick yet another small black rock as it skitters away like a scarab. Cursing, you feel the stinging pain of the blood blisters under your nails. Part of you vaguely wonders if it might be a Thursday. You never could get the hang of Thursdays. Just as you start to close in and gain ground on that old looking French chap just up ahead, his deep tan, grey hair and the wrinkles of a loosely fitting birthday suit, the slope increases. Like a leather back turtle he surges forward. You raise your eyes to chance a look. Sweat beads sting and partially obscure the path ahead winding out of sight. Meandering up and away between two alien looking outcrops of ancient orange rock. The wind whistles down the dusty gap like a hot hand pushing you backwards. Just for malevolent fun it funnels dust eddies at your eyes to make them all gritty. You gulp another swig of water past sun baked rimy lips and vaguely wonder why you still feel thirsty despite drinking litres of the stuff. You think about chomping down a salt capsule and try to remember if it time to eat yet. The slope gets the better of you and you lapse back into a walk. But that's not too bad. You tell yourself that each painful footstep is taking you ever closer to a large inflatable teapot and a lovely cold shower. Actually there isn't going to be a shower. Just a square of hot dusty carpet on a rather lumpy desert floor. Page up and buy now! "Review: " By MarkH - Published on Amazon.com Format: Kindle Edition In the now infamous words of an ex US Defense Secretary "There are things we know that we know, these are 'Known Unknowns'. There are things that we now know we don't know; i.e. 'Unknown Unknowns'." Having personally been there, let me advise you that the last place on earth you want to start discovering about 'Unknown Unknowns' is in the is in the middle of the Sahara Desert in 50c and this book is stuffed full of practical advice, tips, anecdotes and preparation wisdom that you simply don't get from other books about the Marathon Des Sables (MDS) or endurance running and you'll never find out until you actually do such a race yourself. It's an easy and enjoyable read and the authors amusing and self-depreciating style is itself a excellent model for the mental preparation and mindset required for anyone who is aspiring to successfully compete in one of the sternest of physical and emotional tests. I should also declare a small interest in the content as I was one of the competitors that Dr Windross helped recover from the final days race exertions and if I can pass on a small tip of my own; getting teamed up in a MDS tent with two doctors and five other positive minded people is probably one of best ways to get you through what will undoubtedly be a demanding week !

Book Marathon Des Sables

Download or read book Marathon Des Sables written by and published by . This book was released on 2007-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Running the Sahara

Download or read book Running the Sahara written by Marcel Nickler and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Running the Sahara is more than my experience of participating in the Marathon des Sables 2017. Though much of the book is about my time in the desert, and I talk about my preparation and the equipment I used, the book is also profoundly personal. I tried my best to explore my passion for running and life. I hope the reader finds it entertaining and inspiring to follow me from meeting Herr Hammermann during my first marathon to my finish of the nearly 250-kilometer race in the Moroccan Sahara. It is a book about the gift of life, so there are some disappointments and moments of despair, but there are also triumphs and the sublime. I believe when dreams close, other dreams open, and that by setting goals and being disciplined, all of us can shift the balance and get to where we want to be. What started as a book about the Marathon des Sables turned into the story of my life.

Book Survival of the Sickest LP

Download or read book Survival of the Sickest LP written by Dr. Sharon Moalem and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2007-05-22 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was diabetes evolution's response to the last Ice Age? Did a deadly genetic disease help our ancestors survive the bubonic plagues of Europe? Will a visit to the tanning salon help lower your cholesterol? Why do we age? Why are some people immune to HIV? Can your genes be turned on—or off? Survival of the Sickest is fi lled with fascinating insights and cutting-edge research, presented in a way that is both accessible and utterly absorbing. This is a book about the interconnectedness of all life on earth—and especially what that means for us. Read it. You're already living it.

Book Desert Survival Stories

Download or read book Desert Survival Stories written by Alexis Burling and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deserts are stark and beautiful, attracting hikers and other people seeking adventure. But spending time in a desert has potentially deadly risks. Desert Survival Stories examines the experiences of people who have faced death in deserts and survived. Readers will learn about the unique features and dangers of deserts and discover how to prepare for and stay safe on an adventure in these regions. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Book 24th Marathon Des Sables

Download or read book 24th Marathon Des Sables written by Steve Cushing and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2010-02-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must read for anyone who has ever run the Marathon des Sables, anyone considering this or similar events, or for anyone who just wants to be challenged out of the easy and comfortable risk free life of the 21st century.

Book Relentless Forward Progress

Download or read book Relentless Forward Progress written by Bryon Powell and published by Breakaway Books. This book was released on 2013-10-04 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to Run an Ultramarathon? When you consider marathons, do you think, "been there, done that"? Like so many others, do you believe that humans were born to run? Do you seek a new challenge that tests your mental and physical limits? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it’s time to read "Relentless Forward Progress" and give ultramarathons a try! Veteran ultramarathoner and coach Bryon Powell shares insider know-ledge about training, racing, fueling, hydration, and much more. In this guide, you’ll find: --Daily training plans for races from 50k to 100 miles --A crash course in how to trail run --Advice from some of the world’s top ultrarunners --Proven strategies for race day success --Useful approaches for running uphill and downhill --What to look for in ultramarathon gear --Practical wisdom on speed work --Cross training ideas for running fitness and recovery --Tips on running barefoot --Inspiration to go farther than you’ve ever gone before

Book The Greatest Survival Stories of All Time

Download or read book The Greatest Survival Stories of All Time written by Cara Tabachnick and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of survival stories recounts the harrowing true experiences of people across the globe who faced certain death—and survived. The stories in this riveting volume seem too unbelievable to be true. Lost individuals facing the most severe natural disasters, the most dangerous situations, and the most inhospitable conditions . . . somehow making it out alive. From plane crashes and sinking ships to surviving in freezing forests and scorching deserts, this anthology includes some of the most famous, unbelievable tales of beating the odds. This book features gripping tales of sheer bravery and quick thinking, including: Juliane Koepcke, the sole survivor of a plane crash in the Peruvian Amazon Jose Salvador Alvarenga, who floated for thirteen months alone in the Pacific ocean Aron Ralston, who cut off his arm to escape the canyon he’d been trapped in Lincoln Hall, who was abandoned on Mount Everest . . . and many more.

Book Surviving the Extremes

Download or read book Surviving the Extremes written by Kenneth Kamler and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2004-01-20 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A physician, NASA consultant, and expert on the extreme conditions that confront the human body journeys into six inhospitable environments to examine the reaction of the body to heat, cold, pressure, starvation, and exhaustion and its own innate survival strategies.

Book The Jungle Marathon

Download or read book The Jungle Marathon written by Mark Hines and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book My Training for Marathon Des Sables 2020

Download or read book My Training for Marathon Des Sables 2020 written by Desert Runner and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My Training for Marathon des Sables 2020. Du bist dabei ? Dann ist das das Buch um dein Training auf dem Weg in die Sahara zu dokumentieren. Schreibe jeden Kilometer auf dem Weg in die Wüste in dieses Buch. Deine Vorbereitung, deine Ausrüstung, deine Verpflegung. Alles muss genau geplant und optimiert werden für dieses Once in a lifetime Erlebnis. ***** EN: This is the perfect book to document every step of your preparation for the Marathon des Sables 2020. Note every training in this book to remember what you did train and to optimize everything for this once in a lifetime event in the Sahara desert.

Book Summary of Cara Tabachnick s The Greatest Survival Stories of All Time

Download or read book Summary of Cara Tabachnick s The Greatest Survival Stories of All Time written by Everest Media, and published by Everest Media LLC. This book was released on 2022-05-25T22:59:00Z with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 On Christmas Eve 1971, Juliane Koepcke and her mother were flying from Lima to Pucallpa, Peru. The airport had been chaotic, and several flights had been canceled the day before. People were anxious to spend time with their families. #2 Juliane and her mother were on board a plane that was traveling from Peru to Germany. The plane entered what looked like very thick, heavy storm clouds. It began to churn as it entered the dense air in front of the clouds. People started complaining that they should turn back rather than risk going through the thick storm clouds. #3 When Juliane woke up, a day had passed. She knew she needed to make her way out of the jungle. She crawled around in circles, screaming for her mother, until the dizziness subsided. Then, slowly, she stood up. She could walk. #4 To remain alive, Juliane knew she had to make it out of the rain forest. She had to be aware of where she was stepping and the direction in which she was traveling. She had to mark the tree where she had landed with a distinctive pattern of leaves.

Book Amazing Survival Stories

    Book Details:
  • Author : Sally Young
  • Publisher : Ready-Ed Publications
  • Release : 2021-03-01
  • ISBN : 192561154X
  • Pages : 68 pages

Download or read book Amazing Survival Stories written by Sally Young and published by Ready-Ed Publications. This book was released on 2021-03-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amazing Survival Stories delves into some remarkable stories of human survival against all odds. It includes both stories and activities. Find out how Eric LeMarque survived with no food or water for 7 days in the freezing mountains, how a little girl spent over an hour under the ice with no oxygen and came out alive or how two little Aboriginal girls walked two and a half thousand kilometres alone, just to get home. Amazing Survival Stories provides a range of activities to encourage reluctant readers and those experiencing reading difficulties. Activities are aimed at strengthening language skills, as well as developing creative thinking, research skills and encouraging students to develop the ability to form and express personal ideas and evaluate these remarkable stories of human survival.

Book Essentials of Sea Survival

Download or read book Essentials of Sea Survival written by Frank Golden and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2002-06-13 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essentials of Sea Survival contains original scientific research and investigations from two internationally recognized experts on cold-water survival. In addition to having practical personal experience with cold water immersion, Frank Golden and Michael Tipton regularly lecture at various international conferences about water survival, and they are frequently called on for expert commentary on television and radio. The majority of books on this subject are personal survival accounts; few relate to scientific studies. This book is different: Using reader-friendly language, two leading environmental physiologists present the facts and dispel the myths of surviving a sea accident. The book, thanks to the real-life stories and easy-to-read format, will appeal primarily to the layperson who works or plays on or near the water. The text will also be of interest to an academic audience, who will appreciate the original research and up-to-date physiological and medical information Essentials of Sea Survival is a compelling, informative, and comprehensive guide to open-water survival. Drawing from classic maritime disasters and personal accounts of near-miraculous survival, as well as carefully controlled laboratory experiments, it offers practical advice for avoiding as well as surviving a cold-water accident. It’s an important reference for anyone associated with open-air aquatic activities, such as members of the Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines; offshore oil rig employees; fishermen; divers; amateur and professional sailors; water safety instructors and life guards; water rescue personnel; boaters; water skiers; outdoor survival course instructors; and other recreational water sports enthusiasts.