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Top positive review
Great book - if your a runner you should read this
1 June 2015
Great book, a fantastic/motivational story.
The story follows the journey of Chris as he tries to learn the techniques of the "greatest runners of all time" and prepares for a marathon between these runners and Americas greatest ultra-runners, he also has some fascinating insights into bare foot running and the role running may have had in the evolution of humans.
If your a runner, if your ever pushed yourself to run through a rain storm or a scorching hot day while the rest of the world hugged their Televisions, if your ever hit the "wall" and pushed yourself that little but further, if you enjoy nothing more then chucking on your runners and going for run down a mountain trail then you will relate to this book, you will enjoy this book and you should read this book.
The story follows the journey of Chris as he tries to learn the techniques of the "greatest runners of all time" and prepares for a marathon between these runners and Americas greatest ultra-runners, he also has some fascinating insights into bare foot running and the role running may have had in the evolution of humans.
If your a runner, if your ever pushed yourself to run through a rain storm or a scorching hot day while the rest of the world hugged their Televisions, if your ever hit the "wall" and pushed yourself that little but further, if you enjoy nothing more then chucking on your runners and going for run down a mountain trail then you will relate to this book, you will enjoy this book and you should read this book.
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Top critical review
Ultra Running
13 January 2017
Author has some physical issues and this leads him to encounter a collection of runners which he profiles and the races in which they appear. Occasional insight and swearing.
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1 June 2015
Great book, a fantastic/motivational story.
The story follows the journey of Chris as he tries to learn the techniques of the "greatest runners of all time" and prepares for a marathon between these runners and Americas greatest ultra-runners, he also has some fascinating insights into bare foot running and the role running may have had in the evolution of humans.
If your a runner, if your ever pushed yourself to run through a rain storm or a scorching hot day while the rest of the world hugged their Televisions, if your ever hit the "wall" and pushed yourself that little but further, if you enjoy nothing more then chucking on your runners and going for run down a mountain trail then you will relate to this book, you will enjoy this book and you should read this book.
The story follows the journey of Chris as he tries to learn the techniques of the "greatest runners of all time" and prepares for a marathon between these runners and Americas greatest ultra-runners, he also has some fascinating insights into bare foot running and the role running may have had in the evolution of humans.
If your a runner, if your ever pushed yourself to run through a rain storm or a scorching hot day while the rest of the world hugged their Televisions, if your ever hit the "wall" and pushed yourself that little but further, if you enjoy nothing more then chucking on your runners and going for run down a mountain trail then you will relate to this book, you will enjoy this book and you should read this book.
10 April 2017
The book is fantastic. It's very well written and the author did great research. It talks about so many different aspects and stories about ultra running and the history or running long distances. Worth reading!
However, one of the main points of the book is running shoeless. Readers should know that shoeless running is research is still in its infancy! Don't try to go running around without shoes before visiting a podiatrist and without setting a proper transitioning fitness plan!
Regardless, it's a well written book which absorbed me into the world of ultra running!
However, one of the main points of the book is running shoeless. Readers should know that shoeless running is research is still in its infancy! Don't try to go running around without shoes before visiting a podiatrist and without setting a proper transitioning fitness plan!
Regardless, it's a well written book which absorbed me into the world of ultra running!
29 March 2018
I could not put this book down, Part story, part running history, part inspirational, part motivational.. this book had everything in the recipe to make you want to keep reading.
Definitely recommend.
Definitely recommend.
1 November 2018
A bit slow to get going but well worth it. It explains the research within telling a story but setting out the story at the start put me off and I almost didn't continue. I'm glad I did though and I'm going to get some more of his books
17 November 2016
This book isnt just a book, it's a complete new way if seeing running, friendship and life in general. Best book i have read for years. Would recommend to anyone i care about so they could experience this read as i did. Thank you Christopher, for opening up such a beautiful mystery!
11 May 2017
This book is awesome a great read. I found it a good way to get motivated for running. Its also is a lead into other ultra-running books. Read then run and repeat
8 April 2018
Awesome and very inspiring stories. Can't recommend this book highly enough for everyone who loves or may not love running.
6 December 2018
I purchased the audiobook and couldn't stop listening! Now I want to throw away my running shoes and run an ultra!
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