Shapiro, James E
Ultramarathon
- ISBN 13:
- 9781648370755
- author:
- Shapiro, James E
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 266
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 1.4 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Running, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ultramarathon: An Exhilarating Human Adventure Beyond Ordinary Experience by James Shapiro is a thought-provoking account of running long distances. In this book, author and runner James Shapiro recounts his own experience of completing 138 miles in a 24-hour ultra-marathon around a track, finishing fourth out of 17 runners. Shapiro's book covers the history of ultramarathons, how ultra-runners train, notable achievements, and monumental races. It also explores the spirit of those who push their bodies beyond what is thought possible, revealing the strength and determination that drives them to achieve more than they ever thought possible. For anyone seeking to excel in any endeavor, Shapiro's insights offer a compelling testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and achievement.