Description
Discover the secrets behind the incredible speed of Kenyan runners in 'Running with the Kenyans' by Adharanand Finn. This gripping book combines adventure, culture, and sport as Finn, a Runner's World contributor, relocates his family to Iten, Kenya, a renowned training hub for elite athletes. With insightful interviews, vivid descriptions, and personal anecdotes, he delves into the unique training regimens and lifestyles of the fastest runners in the world. Join Finn on his journey as he shares the highs and lows of trying to keep up with Olympic champions and aspiring young athletes, gaining a deep understanding of what fuels their successes. Packed with thrilling insights, this book not only chronicles a personal running quest but also provides valuable lessons for runners of all levels. With its rich narrative and authenticity, 'Running with the Kenyans' is essential reading for anyone passionate about running, sportsmanship, or the vibrant culture of East African athletics. Perfect for marathon enthusiasts and those curious about the science of speed, this 320-page book is a treasure trove of inspiration and knowledge. Get your copy today and start your own journey towards athletic excellence! Delivery Information: Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780571274062. Year: 2013. Publisher: Faber. Pages: 320.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571274062
Year: 2013
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 320
Description:
After years of watching Kenyan athletes win the world's biggest races, from the Olympics to big city marathons, Runner's World contributor Adharanand Finn set out to discover just what it was that made them so fast - and to see if he could keep up.
Packing up his family (and his running shoes), he moved from Devon to the small town of Iten, in Kenya, home to hundreds of the country's best athletes. Once there he laced up his shoes and ventured out onto the dirt tracks, running side by side with Olympic champions, young hopefuls and barefoot schoolchildren. He ate their food, slept in their training camps, interviewed their coaches, and his children went to their schools. And at the end of it all, there was his dream, to join the best of the Kenyan athletes in his first marathon, an epic race through lion country across the Kenyan plains.
With global attention on both the London Marathon in April 2012 and the London Olympics in the summer, there has never been a more exciting time to experience what it is really like to train and race with the stars of distance running.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571274062
Year: 2013
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 320
Description:
After years of watching Kenyan athletes win the world's biggest races, from the Olympics to big city marathons, Runner's World contributor Adharanand Finn set out to discover just what it was that made them so fast - and to see if he could keep up.
Packing up his family (and his running shoes), he moved from Devon to the small town of Iten, in Kenya, home to hundreds of the country's best athletes. Once there he laced up his shoes and ventured out onto the dirt tracks, running side by side with Olympic champions, young hopefuls and barefoot schoolchildren. He ate their food, slept in their training camps, interviewed their coaches, and his children went to their schools. And at the end of it all, there was his dream, to join the best of the Kenyan athletes in his first marathon, an epic race through lion country across the Kenyan plains.
With global attention on both the London Marathon in April 2012 and the London Olympics in the summer, there has never been a more exciting time to experience what it is really like to train and race with the stars of distance running.