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In this landmark book of popular science, Daniel E. Lieberman—chair of the department of human evolutionary biology at Harvard University and a leader in the field—gives us a lucid and engaging account of how the human body evolved over millions of years, even as it shows how the increasing...

Whether you want to get moving, or keep moving, you need inspiration. Novice walkers and seasoned runners alike will find that inspiration, and so much more, in these stories written by those who know that the toughest step to take in any walk or run is the first. Beginning an athletic pursuit like running or walking for fitness takes a good deal of motivation, determination, and inspiration, all of which can be found in these 101 real-life stories.

Read by the author, Paul Sinton-Hewitt, and his co-author, Matt Whyman. Including an audio-exclusive Q&A between Paul and Matt. This is the story of a simple idea that turned into a global movement. This is the story of parkrun, told for the very first time from the man who started it all...

The remarkable true story of an unrivalled journey to recreate the greatest run in film history: 15,621 miles, five-times across the United States. ‘Rob Pope has made his name revelling in challenges that range from the unconventional to the extraordinary.’ BBC News Becoming Forrest is the...

The Sunday Times bestseller ’Are you ready, Max? If anyone’s going to help me do this, it’s you.’ The heart-warming tale of a life-saving friendship. In 2006, a traumatic car accident changed Kerry Irving’s life forever. Suffering from severe neck and back injuries, Kerry was...

No one likes to diet, but the personal stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You will encourage and inspire listeners with positive, practical, and purposeful tales of dieting and fitness. This is a great book for anyone embarking on a healthier lifestyle.

An exciting collection all about the Olympic games and the inspiring athletes who compete in them. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to ten fascinating non-fiction books about the Olympics. From autobiographies from some of the top...

The Independent Best Book for Walkers 2022 Where can a walk take you? It goes without saying, walking can connect us to our surroundings and free us from our worries. It can raise our heart rate and relax our minds. It can lead us across historic ground and inspire new thinking. In this...

Every runner has a story, whether it’s about overcoming obstacles, breaking through challenges and barriers, humorous events, and sometimes embarrassing circumstances. Stories From the Run is a storytelling community and podcast focused on conversations with runners of all calibers about their adventures on the road or trails. www.storiesfromtherun.com

What would one call taking teens with no evident running talent and putting them through breakneck training combined with mantras from rock n' roll, techniques from Kenya, and philosophy from Australia, and turning them into champions? Is it revolutionary? Or just plain crazy? Bill Aris has heard both, but one thing is indisputable. Everything Aris does with his runners - male and female - is new and extraordinary, and he has created a new American running dynasty.

Track Stories is the podcast on which you get to hear the stories behind the successes and failures of the biggest track and field stars and coaches in the world.The show is hosted by Markus Lundborg, a Swedish triple jumper and the founder of the former social media communities Triplejumpers and Trackcenter. After a two year break from track related projects, Markus is back with his new show, Track Stories.Follow the podcast on Instagram, TikTok and Threads for more content!Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Laufen ist mehr, als auf den ersten Blick erkennbar ist. Bewegung kann befreien, Kraft schenken und in schwierigen Situationen unterstützend wirken. A Sound Mind in a Sound Body: Ein gesunder Geist in einem gesunden Körper. In diesem Podcast stellt Stefan Springfeld jede Woche Läuferinnen und Läufer und ihre Geschichten vor. Über das Warum, wie sie zum Sport gefunden haben und über persönliche Erlebnisse. Ein Blick hinter die Kulissen.

Newspaper and magazine journalist Geoff Williams details this historic event and the colorful cast of characters involved, based on firsthand accounts of those who were there and interviews from many living descendants. C. C. Pyle's Amazing Foot Race is a classic American story so astonishing and surreal that you have to hear it to believe it.

Uncover the healing power of your story, express your authentic voice, and find connection with this positive holistic guide to writing and creativity. Lisa Weinert’s work is based on the premise that we hold our stories in our bodies. The extent that we learn how to release them affects how...

Motivational Stories from Around the World https://crognali.com

Inspirational stories from amateur runners. Inclusive stories about running for all abilities and disciplines. Ordinary people, extraordinary stories.

Derrière chaque accomplissement exceptionnel se cache un parcours de vie unique, forge par la résilience, la passion et la détermination. Dans une atmosphère intimiste et apaisante. Ils nous partagent leurs histoires mais aussi les sources d'inspirations et les outils concrets qui leur permettent d’aller toujours plus loin. Plongez dans les histoires et les motivations profondes de ceux qui repoussent les limites de leur discipline. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Have you ever wondered who picked your Fairtrade banana? Or why we can buy British strawberries in April? How far do you think your green beans travelled to get to your plate? And where do all the wonky carrots go? Above all, how do we stop worrying about our food choices and start making decisions that make a difference? In an effort to make sense of the complex food system we are all part of, Louise Gray decides to track the stories of our five-a-day, from farm to fruit bowl, and discover the impact that growing fruits and vegetables has on the planet.

When runners aren't running, they are talking about running, planning their next run, shopping for running. This book contains stories from runners, telling their stories to other runners about. running - how it has changed their lives, their bodies, and their spirits. Runners will love these inspirational stories of fellow runners challenging themselves, recovering from injuries, and staying motivated.

Born a spastic quadriplegic, Rick Hoyt was written off by numerous doctors, but his parents, Dick and Judy Hoyt, were determined to give their son all the opportunities of a "normal" kid. In 1977, 15-year-old Rick asked his dad to enter a charity race. The twist? Rick wanted to run it too. Dick had never run a race before, and the thought of pushing his son’s wheelchair while running was daunting. But, once again, Dick and Rick were determined to overcome any obstacle. More than 1,000 races later, the devoted father son duo is affectionately known worldwide as Team Hoyt.