14 Little Stories of Life on the Run Not Afraid to Sweat recounts real situations and incidents that occurred over a lifetime of dedicated long-distance running. Some are funny, like an attempt to run faster by drinking vast quantities of cola, others bizarre as in a well-intentioned road race that went completely astray. All are unique. These stories provide a window into an ever-growing sport in the US—long-distance running and racing.
A runner can spend weeks, months or even a whole year preparing for a target marathon. Yet, despite every effort to finish the race faster, that runner can unconsciously do dumb things that sabotage their race. This book lists 20 simple things you can focus on before you start your marathon. Often as late at the night before the race. Eamonn has seen many examples of experienced and well prepared runners ruin a great performance by something simple or.....
A child who grows up close to animals, be they pets like cats and dogs or other creatures like birds, squirrels or beasts of the field know the wondrous feeling of sharing life with another being different from themselves. Whether a horse, a goat or a humble duck theses creatures teach lessons and greater understanding of life.