Extreme Running (reduced format)

Extreme Running (reduced format)

by KymMcConnell (Author)

Synopsis

Running is an inexpensive, convenient and increasingly popular sport, but some take it to the limit. From cold weather running in Alaska to the intense heat of the Sahara Marathon, a number of athletes choose to pit themselves against the elements. Extremes of environment, route and geography are another challenge, from trails through dense jungle to soaring mountain ranges. The rewards are the experiences of a lifetime, the sense of having been to largely unexplored places and the realisation of unique ambitions. Never before has there been a manual to pull together all the elements of this new, but fast growing sport. The book features over 150 stunning images and amusing, informative text.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 160
Publisher: Pavilion
Published: 07 Jun 2010

ISBN 10: 1862058865
ISBN 13: 9781862058866

Media Reviews

A beautiful book, with every page loaded with stunning photographs that will make the avid or aspiring adventure runner lust for more vacation time and travel funds . . . a great gift for any ultrarunner or serious outdoor adventure junkie. ultrarunning.com


Beautiful. From the top of the world to the bottom, it captures the 'extremes' in foot races--from the hottest to the coldest, the wettest to the driest, the highest to the lowest. In addition, authors Kym McConnell and Dave Horsley capture the human spirit through the athletes' experiences. --Scott Jurek, UltraRunning Magazine's Ultrarunner of the Year for four years
If you are a runner, adventure racer, ultrarunner, or interested in extreme events, this book is for you. . . . [It] does a great job of showing you popular events and enough information. --John Vonhof, author, Fixing Your Feet: Prevention and Treatments for Athletes
Comprehensive route information, maps and contact details, plus sumptuous photography, make for an impressive package. --Independent on Sunday

A beautiful book, with every page loaded with stunning photographs that will make the avid or aspiring adventure runner lust for more vacation time and travel funds . . . a great gift for any ultrarunner or serious outdoor adventure junkie. --ultrarunning.com

Author Bio
Kym McConnell has competed in extreme events for nearly 20 years. He has run an extreme foot race on every continent, including ultra-distance races in the Himalayas, Amazon, Antarctica, Arctic and the Sahara, and competed in various multi-disciplinary competitions including a 39th place in the World Multisport Championships - a 243km run/cycle/kayak race. Dave Horsley has always had a love for the outdoors and running, graduating from cross-country to the marathon.