Mind over Miles
Endurance, Determination and Grit - The first ever man to run the length of Africa shares his inspirational story. 10,000 miles. 16 countries. 352 days. Hardest Geezer, Russ Cook, is the first person to run the entire length of Africa. From his starting point in Cape Agulhas, South Africa, through sandstorms in the Sahara Desert, rainforests, mountain ranges, and long...Paperback$3000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksHappy Mind, Happy Life
A brand-new edition of Dr Rangan Chatterjee's biggest book to date, reimagined with exclusive content and a beautiful new design. The Instant No.1 Bestseller 'Even your first taste of this book's practical, inviting and effective strategies for happiness will make you glad you did.' - from the foreword by Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks Happiness is a practice,...Paperback$2399Elsewhere:$3000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayWhat I Talk About When I Talk About Running
What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki Murakami is an enchanting blend of memoir, travelogue, and philosophical contemplation, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of this internationally acclaimed novelist. This captivating narrative delves into Murakami's journey as a runner and how it intertwines with his life as a writer, exploring the profound impact running...Paperback$2600Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayScience of Strength Training
Science of Strength Training is the only book to demonstrate all muscle actions for exercises, with flexible workout programmes and over half the exercises adapted for home training. Discover the hard science needed to perfect each exercise and build your strongest body—at home or in the gym. Whether you are looking to tone and sculpt your body, lose weight, give...Paperback$3700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksTai Chi Walking for Weight Loss
Are you over 60 and struggling to lose weight because traditional workouts feel too hard on your joints, too exhausting, or simply unrealistic to maintain? What if just 10 minutes a day could help you move more comfortably, improve your balance, build confidence, and support healthy weight loss—without intense exercise or complicated routines? A Beginner-Friendly 28-Day Program for Weight Loss,...Paperback$5900Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksBrutal
SHORTLISTED FOR The Sunday Times Sports Book Awards 2025 Autobiography of the Year 'Lays bare the realities of a sporting career' - Lord Sebastian Coe 'Gripping, revealing and honest' - Steve Cram OBE 'A gripping read ... Iwan runs and runs and runs, and arrives at himself' - Jeremy Vine Running has been Iwan Thomas’s life. He put everything into...Paperback$4499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Race Against Time
A transformational quest for the secrets of happy, healthy, whole-life running that will change the way you think about growing older. Inspirational - Observer A transformational quest for the secrets of happy, healthy, whole-life running that will change the way you think about growing older. Colourful, informative and inspiring, The Race Against Time is a story of cold science and...Paperback$3200Elsewhere:$3500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksHappy Mind, Happy Life
A doctor's guide to improving your mental wellbeing from the bestselling author of The 4 Pillar Plan. We often conflate success and money with happiness, but over the course of his career, GP and bestselling author, Dr Rangan Chatterjee, has seen firsthand how our search for happiness in all the wrong places is making us ill. Poor mental health has...Paperback$3600Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayStart Where You Are
'A joyful reminder that you don't have to be a runner to start - just start where you are' – JENNI FALCONER'Like having your best friend and coach in your ear' – RENNEE MCGREGORRUNNING CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE, THIS WILL SHOW YOU HOWWant to take up running but have no idea where to begin? Consider this book your personal cheerleader...Paperback$3899Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks80/20 Running
Renowned running writer Matt Fitzgerald's hands-on guide to the groundbreaking method of training preferred by professionals, now available for runners of all abilities. Train easier to run faster. This revolutionary training method has been embraced by elite runners—with extraordinary results—and now you can do it, too. Respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald explains how the 80/20 running programme—in which...Paperback$3600Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksLonely Planet Epic Runs of the World
Put on your running shoes - it's time to hit the road, the trails and the great outdoors. In this comprehensive runner's companion, you'll find 50 of the world's greatest running routes - from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras - plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all...Hardback$3600Elsewhere:$4999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Lost Art of Running
'Heads up – here’s how to run like a pro' - The Times 'A fascinating book' - Adharanand Finn, author of Running With the Kenyans 'I'm convinced that Shane's insights were instrumental in me winning the Marathon des Sables for a second time' - Elisabet Barnes, coach and athlete 'Shane is the Indiana Jones of the running world' - Damian...Paperback$2200Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips mid September119 Days to Go
The essential day-to-day guide for training for and nailing your first marathon. ‘Chris is a mad keen runner. I hope this book inspires others to get out and do it.’ — Sir Mo Farah ‘When it comes to running a marathon, it’s not actually about making it to the finish line, it’s about having the guts to make it to...Hardback$3000Elsewhere:$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayTrails and Tribulations
DAILY MAIL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER OF THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2025 SPORTS PERFORMANCE BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS READER AWARDS 2025 ‘I laughed, gulped and cried as I read Susie’s stories of battling through some of the hardest races on this planet as well as some of the hardest moments in her life’...Paperback$5000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks26.2 Things to Do Instead of Running a Marathon
Do you know someone whose life is dominated by training blocks and energy gels? Are you fed up of hearing about blisters in too much disgusting detail? Or have you yourself succumbed to running fever and are willing race day to be over - or quietly hoping that it never comes? Fear not! Whether you're a long-suffering marathon runner or...Hardback$2700Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableOutPre-orderRun For Your Life
Understanding the mindset of someone who voluntarily runs regularly is what journalist and sports writer, Konrad Marshall, has explored in Run For Your Life. He does this both by taking up running himself—committing to run every single day for a whole year, no excuses—and by talking to and running with some of Australia’s most interesting runners, whether professional or casual....Paperback$3399Elsewhere:$4199Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Triathlete's Training Bible
The Triathlete's Training Bible is the bestselling and most comprehensive guide for aspiring and experienced triathletes, now updated to incorporate new training principles and the latest methodologies to help athletes train smarter than ever. Joe Friel is the most trusted coach in the world, and his proven triathlon training programme has helped hundreds of thousands find success in the sport...Paperback$5799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayLonely Planet Epic Runs of the World
Discover 200 of the greatest runs on the planet, across all seven continents, in this beautiful paperback edition of our bestselling hardback, featuring easy-access park runs and city loops to iconic marathons and epic ultras. Explore the world with 50 first-hand accounts of running adventures as told by those who enjoy breaking a sweat as they traverse new landscapes. With...Paperback$3200Usually:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayEndure
Living in a small town where dreams were dismissed and bouncing between the homes of divorced parents, Cameron Hanes carried low expectations and no hope for a life of fulfilled potential. Then he discovered his great love - the bow. For Cameron, finding his drive, his purpose, a reason for pushing himself every single day, changed everything. Endure chronicles the...Paperback$3100Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayBorn to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide
Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide by Christopher McDougall and Eric Orton takes you on an exhilarating journey into the heart of the ultrarunning world. Delving into the secrets of endurance, performance, and the joy of running, this book extends the groundbreaking work of McDougall's earlier bestseller, Born to Run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting,...Paperback$4000Elsewhere:$4500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayUltra
In this ultimate guide to ultrarunning, dive into 100 of the world's most breathtaking and brutal ultramarathons - from the icy tundras of Sweden to the sun-scorched deserts of the USA, and the rugged mountains of Europe. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner in search of your next challenge or an aspiring runner eager to tackle your first ultra, each race...Hardback$5500Elsewhere:$6500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayGood for a Girl
WINNER OF THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2023 A New York Times Bestseller A Financial Times Best Book of the Year 2023 'Women's sports have needed a manifesto for a long time. With Good for a Girl we finally have one.' — Malcolm Gladwell Lauren Fleshman was one of the most decorated collegiate athletes of all...Paperback$3000Elsewhere:$3799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayRunning with the Kenyans
Running with the Kenyans by Adharanand Finn is a captivating journey that blends adventure, cultural immersion, and the quest to uncover the secrets behind the unparalleled success of Kenyan distance runners. Adharanand Finn, a journalist and avid runner, embarks on a remarkable quest driven by curiosity and inspiration. After years of observing Kenyan athletes dominate the world's most prestigious races,...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayEverything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard
Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard is an inspirational memoir blending self-development with the personal journey of Ken Rideout, the world's fastest marathon runner over fifty. Ken has triumphed over poverty and addiction on his path to greatness. 'My name is Ken Rideout. I don't care who you are or where you come from or how...Paperback$3300Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Russian Affair
LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE 2020 'Reads like a thriller, or even a spy novel...Walsh keeps you gripped' - Rosamund Urwin, Sunday Times 'A turbulent but ultimately inspiring tale. The candour...is rare and gripping' - Matt Dickinson, The Times It was the story that shocked the world: Russian athletics was revealed to be corrupt...Paperback$2899Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayCourage to Soar
In Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from four-time Olympic gold-winning and record-setting American gymnast Simone Biles, Simone shares how her faith, family, passion, and perseverance have made her one of the top athletes and gymnasts in the world—and how you too can overcome challenges in your life. Simone Biles’ entrance into the world of gymnastics may have started on...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$3000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayMaster the Marathon
Master the Marathon is a comprehensive guide to marathon training for women at all levels of running - beginner, intermediate and advanced. Packed with tips from the foremost female experts and coaches in running, Master the Marathon takes you through everything you need to know to be prepared for the 26.2 miles of the marathon, including: Detailed training plans and...Paperback$3600Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayUndeniable
Cameron Hanes is a master - JOE ROGAN Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure and master of the mindset of relentless drive, shows us what it takes to become undeniable. You become the best you can be by learning from others. That is how bowhunter, ultramarathoner, and New York Times bestselling author Cameron Hanes approaches each day...Paperback$3300Usually:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayLonely Planet Epic Runs of North America
The ultimate book of running adventures across North America featuring 200 epic routes from city circuits to off-road trails, plus amazing running stories from celebrated athletes. Discover tales of 50 incredible runs plus a further 150 awesome running trip ideas from easy-going jogs to one-of-a-kind challenges. Epic Runs of North America takes travellers across the US, Canada, and the Caribbean...Hardback$4400Usually:$5500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayOut of Thin Air
LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2021 LONGLISTED FOR THE RSL ONDAATJE PRIZE 2021 'Inspiring' - The Guardian 'Excellent' - Runner's World 'Fascinating' - Publishers Weekly 'Brilliant' - Ed Vaizey 'Through reading this book you will come to understand that the heart and soul of running are to be found in Ethiopia.' - Haile Gebrselassie...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Longest Race
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In "one of the most important athlete memoirs of its generation" (Kate Fagan, #1 New York Times bestselling author), Olympian Kara Goucher reveals her experience of living through and speaking out about one of the biggest scandals in running. Kara Goucher grew up with Olympic dreams. She excelled at running from a young age and...Paperback$4999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayUltramarathon Man
Ultramarathon Man by Dean Karnazes' spirited memoir can help mere mortals who want to push past their perceived limits or simply jump-start their sedentary lives. - Chicago Tribune In this updated and revised edition, Dean Karnazes has added an afterword full of lessons learned. He gives personal details on the essential pillars of health: fitness, diet, and sleep. What does...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Rise of the Ultra Runners
The Rise of the Ultra Runners by Adharanand Finn delves into the enigmatic and exhilarating world of ultra running, a sport that goes beyond the traditional marathon distance, testing the utmost limits of human endurance and mental resilience. This captivating narrative begins with Finn's curiosity about what drives people to partake in such grueling races. Seeking to understand the allure...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayFaster than Lightning: My Autobiography
Faster than Lightning: My Autobiography takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the life of Usain Bolt, the fastest man of all time. An eight-time Olympic gold medallist and eleven-time World Champion, Bolt's story is one of extraordinary talent, infectious charisma, and sheer determination. This captivating autobiography offers a window into the life of a global icon whose athletic achievements...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips todayThe Wind Beneath the Stone
‘Fascinating, strange, groundbreaking research in an area that intersects folklore, history, mythology and strength training’ THE BLINDBOY PODCAST 'I found this book, unlike its weighty subject, easy to pick up and hard to put down' PETER ROSS, AUTHOR OF UPON A WHITE HORSE A compelling and heartwarming journey across Ireland to revive the lost tradition of stone lifting. When world...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableOut 29 Sep 2026Pre-orderThe Wind Beneath the Stone
‘Fascinating, strange, groundbreaking research in an area that intersects folklore, history, mythology and strength training’ THE BLINDBOY PODCAST 'I found this book, unlike its weighty subject, easy to pick up and hard to put down' PETER ROSS, AUTHOR OF UPON A WHITE HORSE A compelling and heartwarming journey across Ireland to revive the lost tradition of stone lifting. When world...Hardback$4499Unit price /UnavailableOut 29 Sep 2026Pre-orderRunning Through Sand
I loved every page — TIM VINE Hilarious and occasionally heartbreaking — TOBY JONES Moving, inspiring and laugh-out-loud funny — LISA JACKSON 250KM IN THE SAHARA DESERT. 2 MONTHS TRAINING. CAN AGEING RUNNER AND AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR PAUL TONKINSON CONQUER THE WORLD'S TOUGHEST FOOT RACE? Ageing as a runner is no joke. Paul Tonkinson discovers that in running, as in life,...Hardback$3899Unit price /UnavailableOut 29 Sep 2026Pre-orderLife Without Limits
'Donna Urquhart is one of the most inspiring people I have ever met. Her gripping story shows us the true power of the human spirit in one of the most unforgiving places on the planet. You'll be willing her on, step by icy step!' Michael Rowland 'Wild courage, relentless determination and a hunger to challenge expectations. Donna is a pioneer...Paperback$3799Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Sep 2026Pre-orderThe Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook
An accessible, inspiring and comprehensive guide to this amazing sport of oursDamian Hall, ultra runner and journalist Have you taken part in marathon distance events and find yourself wondering what's next? Are you looking for a new, exciting physical and mental challenge? This is the ultimate guide for runners who are looking to go even further. Welcome to the ultra...Paperback$14499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksYour First Triathlon
Joe Friel is the top coach in triathlon, and his book Your First Triathlon is the best-selling guide for beginner triathletes. This clear and comprehensive book makes preparing for sprint and Olympic triathlons simple and stress-free. Joe Friel's practical training plan takes fewer than 5 hours a week, providing aspiring triathletes with the confidence and fitness to enjoy their first...Paperback$5600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksRunning Is My Therapy
Many runners say they run because it relaxes them or elevates their mood. But few know why running does this, or that exercise science is beginning to reveal ways to enhance running's mental health benefits. They just go out and run. Science shows that running can mimic the effects of many common treatments for depression, and/or make success with a...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeksThe Kiwi Runners' Family Tree: Volume Two 2000 to 2020
Hot on the heels of the critically acclaimed The Kiwi Runners' Family Tree: Volume One 1800s to 1999 comes this second volume, showcasing the inspirational Kiwi running stars of our millennium to date. The majority of their stories are based on personal interviews and intertwined with those who have gone before them. There is a robustness to this family tree...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 1 weekThe Running Dictionary
A clever pocket-sized dictionary that celebrates running with hilarious definitions and witty illustrations of terms that runners know and love. Here is a clever, tongue-in-cheek "dictionary" that's perfect for any runner. The Running Dictionary is filled with hilarious definitions for hundreds of running terms, plus dozens of witty illustrations. Terms range from race lingo, gear, and human anatomy to the...Paperback$4500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksStrong Minds
If you ask research psychologist Noel Brick and bestselling fitness writer Scott Douglas, the "dumb jock" stereotype is way out of bounds. No world-class athlete succeeds without a strong mental game, including unique ways of analysing situations, self-motivating, and even thinking about time. Cutting-edge discoveries (some by Dr Brick himself) reveal how champions do it—and how we can, too. Brick...Paperback$3199Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeksThe 27th Mile
Former contributing editor at Runner's World and author Dimity McDowell's narrative-driven prescriptive book on reckoning with the end of an athletic journey—and what's next. On January 18, 2020, Dimity McDowell unknowingly went on her last run. The deceleration of her running career began three years before that, following a medical visit which ended in the assessment that she should not...Paperback$5400Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Runner’s Guide to Menopause
Struggling to run in menopause? You’re not alone. If symptoms are making running harder, or stopping you from starting, don’t give up. Let running coach and medical expert Dr Juliet McGrattan help you make sense of all the benefits and challenges of running through menopause. This supportive and practical guide answers all your burning questions, including: What actually is menopause?...Paperback$3899Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksBreathe Smarter, Run Stronger
AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW 'Learning to breathe better is a game changer for your running ... Jacko is a fantastic coach' – Richard Whitehead MBE, Paralympic champion & world record holder 'Absolutely brilliant… Since working with Jacko the impact he’s had on my mental and physical feeling has been transformational’ – George Ford, England Rugby international TRANSFORM YOUR BREATHING AND...Paperback$6100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksShoe Dog
In this instant and tenacious New York Times bestseller, Nike founder and board chairman Phil Knight "offers a rare and revealing look at the notoriously media-shy man behind the swoosh" (Booklist, starred review), illuminating his company's early days as an intrepid start-up and its evolution into one of the world's most iconic, game-changing, and profitable brands. Bill Gates named Shoe...Paperback$5300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksRun with Power
Timed to launch just after the release of the Stryd, the first power meter for running, Run with Power is the first book available on the use of power meters for running. This book is comprehensive yet simply presented, making it ideal for first-time device users. It is especially beneficial for Ironman triathletes looking to master bike and run pacing,...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksHansons First Marathon
With the right training, anyone can finish a marathon! Hansons First Marathon, from one of America's most successful marathon training groups, offers a smart, friendly guide to preparing for your first marathon. With their proven method, the coaches of the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project will show you how to break down the 26.2 miles into achievable daily workouts. By race day,...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Runner's Code
BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT – WATERSTONES SELECTION Cracking... full of running gems, realities and giggles. Nice work!' – Martin Yelling, Marathon Talk 'Lovely – very impressive’ – TalkSPORT 'From now on, if anyone I know mentions that they want to start running, this will be my first recommendation' – Stuart Heritage ---- The Runner’s Code explores the unwritten rules...Hardback$4999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Way of the Runner
Welcome to Japan, the most running-obsessed nation on earth, where: a long-distance relay race is the country's biggest annual sporting event; companies sponsor their own running teams, paying the athletes like employees; and marathon monks run a thousand marathons in a thousand days to reach spiritual enlightenment. The Way of the Runner by Adharanand Finn, award-winning author of Running with...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Ultimate Trail Running Handbook
'Filled to the brim with advice, tips and inspiration to enable you to achieve your dreams over whatever distance you want your legs to carry you' - Chrissie Wellington, OBE, four-time Ironman Triathlon World Champion From complete beginners to seasoned off-road runners, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook has all the training and nutrition advice, skills, gear and motivation you need...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Breathing Cure for Yoga
READY TO JOIN THE BETTER BREATHING REVOLUTION? READY TO LEARN FROM INTERNATIONAL BREATHING EXPERT PATRICK McKEOWN? READY TO LEARN FROM LEADING YOGA EDUCATOR ANASTASIS TZANIS? TAP INTO YOUR FULL YOGA POTENTIAL WITH THE SCIENCE BEHIND ANCIENT WISDOM BY READING The Breathing Cure for Yoga With a Foreword by award-winning science journalist James Nestor, New York Times bestselling author of Breath:...Hardback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing
Are you a triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimmer, cross-country skier, or other athlete seeking greater endurance? The Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing teaches athletes how to stay healthy, achieve optimal athletic potential, and be injury-free for many productive years. Dr. Philip Maffetone's approach to endurance offers a truly "individualised" outlook and unique system that emphasises building a strong aerobic...Paperback$6200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksRun Smart
Renowned marathon expert and leading sports scientist Professor John Brewer reveals why many of the concepts surrounding marathon training and running are wrong — and suggests how the latest sports science research transforms the way marathons should be approached. Run Smart uses the latest scientific research to show how preparing for, and running, marathons can be made easier, and in...Paperback$2699Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksFixing Your Feet
Get the book that covers what you need to know about foot care, including footwear, prevention, and treatment. Hiking, backpacking, running, walking, and other athletic endeavours—your feet take a beating with every step. Don't wait until foot pain inhibits your speed, strength, and style. Learn the basics, along with the finer points, of foot care before pain becomes a problem....Paperback$6200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksBarça: Més que un club (English edition)
We are more than a team of great stars, we are more than a stadium full of dreams, we are more than the goals we've scored and more than the trophies that we've won throughout our history. At Barça we are MORE THAN A CLUB because we have more than 144,000 members that make the big decisions democratically; because when...Hardback$11500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksOne Small Step
The Sunday Times bestseller You've seen them, haven't you? Hundreds of smiling, slightly out-of-breath people running around your local park every Saturday morning. (You may even be one of them!) Well, this is the surprisingly heartwarming origin story of parkrun, told by the person who started it all - Paul Sinton-Hewitt. Paul's love affair with running started as a lifeline...Paperback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThe Power Within
Gripping, informative and inspiring... it's one of the most riveting running autobiographies I've ever read – Lisa Jackson, author of Your Pace or Mine? Uplifting and inspiring – Dame Sarah Storey The exhilarating story of ultrarunner and campaigner Sophie Power’s achievements and the transformative power of endurance In 2018, a photograph of Sophie Power breastfeeding her three-month-old son during the...Hardback$4699Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksSpeedRunner
In SpeedRunner, celebrated running coach Pete Magill reveals his 4-week training plan to make any athlete into a faster runner—no matter the sport, age, gender, experience, or goals. In every sport that includes running, the difference between the best and the rest is tenths of a second. In most team sports like football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and in distance running...Paperback$6300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksFeet in the Clouds
Winner of Best New Writer - British Sports Publishing Awards. Winner of the Bill Rollinson Prize for Landscape and Tradition - Lakeland Book Awards. Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award and for the Boardman-Tasker Prize. An inspiring insight into one of the oldest extreme sports, and a lyrical tribute to Britain's mountains and the men...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks50 Races to Run Before You Die
From iconic half marathons and obstacle races, to prestigious marathons and brutal mountain contests, 50 Races to Run Before You Die presents these epic challenges in all of their mud, sweat and glory. Including a range of events, from easy to expert, and travelling from Britain's highest peaks to the unforgiving Moroccan desert, this stunningly illustrated book is the essential...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Longest Race
Among endurance runners, there are those who have run very long distances, and then there are those who have run very long distances for a very long time. Ed Ayres exemplifies the latter; having run in over 600 races across fifty-five years, he is arguably the most experienced American distance runner still competing today. A book no one else could...Paperback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeksRunning with the Pack
'Most of the serious thinking I have done over the past twenty years has been done while running.' Mark Rowlands has run for most of his life. He has also been a professional philosopher. And for him the two—running and philosophising—are inextricably connected. In Running with the Pack he tells us about the most significant runs of his life—from the...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksAdventurous Spirit
At 41 - with two teenagers and a contentedly unadventurous life - Heather Hawkins made a doctor's appointment. Diagnosed with stage one ovarian cancer, within nine days she had surgery to remove an 18cm tumour, and a full hysterectomy. Instead of chemotherapy, she chose a non-invasive surveillance treatment. The experience reignited Heather's adventurous and invincible spirit. At 47, she pulled...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Little Book of Triathlon
Triathlons – three separate and gruelling tests of endurance in their own right, all rolled into one epic test of mind, body, and determination. Comprised of long distance running, swimming, and cycling, triathlons are the pinnacle of human endurance, taken on by men and women with a burning ambition to push themselves to the very limit. In the pages that...Hardback$3300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksRun Well
The handbook that every runner needs on their shelf. Why do I get a headache after a run? Do runners really need to do strength and conditioning? Will running damage my knees? How can I stop my skin chafing on long runs? How quickly will I lose my fitness if I have to stop running? What's the best diet for...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksThe Resistance Training Revolution
Sal Di Stefano's raw fitness truths about motivation, resistance training, and intuitive eating can help anyone, at any age, at any level. — Jason Fung, MD, New York Times bestselling author Tired of spending hours on the treadmill? Dealing with the joint pain of high-impact exercise? And seeing very few results in terms of fat-burning and weight loss? If so,...Paperback$5400Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksThis Is About Running, This Is Not About Running
From Nike Running’s Global Head Coach Chris Bennett comes a bold, welcoming book for runners, non-runners, and everyone in between. Rooted in the coaching philosophy that has helped millions take their first steps forward, it’s about finding the courage to cross the starting lines in your life. This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running. is a deeply motivating,...Paperback$2999Elsewhere:$3799Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Sep 2026Pre-orderRunning to the Top
Since the outstanding success of his New Zealand athletes Snell, Halberg, and Magee at the 1960 Rome Olympics, Arthur Lydiard’s name has been synonymous with the best training methods used by the world’s top middle- and long-distance runners. Arthur Lydiard’s methods are just as relevant today as they were 60 years ago and are still used by top athletes looking...Paperback$3499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksWe Share the Sun
An enlightening biography and gripping sports narrative that takes us behind the scenes into the lives of some of the world’s most elite runners in Kenya and their coach, Patrick Sang. "I highly recommend this book." —Meb Keflezighi At a secluded training camp in Kaptagat, Kenya, a small town nearly 8,000 feet above sea level in the Great Rift Valley,...Hardback$5299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksMarathon
Get the everyperson's guide to running from "America's coach" Jeff Galloway, and experience the unforgettable lifetime accomplishment of running a marathon. If you haven't already begun training for a marathon, you've probably thought about doing so. Former Olympic athlete and record-setting distance runner Jeff Galloway is here to say, "You can do it!" Jeff has been coaching runners for more...Paperback$5600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksBorn to Run
An epic adventure that began with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt? Isolated by Mexico's deadly Copper Canyons, the blissful Tarahumara Indians have honed the ability to run hundreds of miles without rest or injury. In a riveting narrative, award-winning journalist and often-injured runner Christopher McDougall sets out to discover their secrets. In the process, he takes his...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksWinner Takes Gold
Pearl is a young gymnast hoping to be selected for the World Cup in Paris—tumbling her way to medals in memory of her mum. Her best friend Ryan is also invited to train with the Elites which include champion Jada-Rae. All face fear, falls, and injury—but then there’s the cheating, bullying, and sabotage! If this is the way to win,...Paperback$2199Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksTraining and Competing with a Continuous Glucose Monitor
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This handy trivia book is packed with everything you need to know about running, including potted history, quirky facts, sayings and hints about the planet's most popular exercise form.It includes running philosophy and advice on how to get more out of your daily run. From science to humour, tips to tales, it runs the reader through everything they need to...Hardback$3300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeksRunning Rewired
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