The Art of Ultrarunning

Tried & Tested Strategies for Long-Distance Runners

The Art of Ultrarunning: Tried & Tested Strategies for Long-Distance Runners compiles the knowledge of professional coach Ian Sharman with illustrative stories from elite ultrarunners to create a convenient resource to help you improve your running.

Run your next ultramarathon feeling cool, confident, and prepared.

The Art of Ultrarunning: Tried & Tested Strategies for Long-Distance Runners compiles coaching strategies with illustrative stories from professional ultrarunners to create a convenient resource to help you improve your running. An elite-level racer and coach, author Ian Sharman provides practical guidance for runners at all levels; whether you are at the back of the pack or are going for gold, there's something to learn from his decades of experience.

As a long-distance runner, you know that the hurdles faced on the course aren't always physical. This book places an emphasis on the mental and tactical challenges of long-distance running, covering training, racing, and longevity. Dive into the most difficult and complex elements of ultrarunning, with stories and insights from famous ultrarunners:

• Zach Bitter
• Jeff Browning
• Courtney Dauwalter
• Ellie Greenwood
• Liza Howard
• Annie Hughes
• Anton Krupicka
• Karl Meltzer
• Mike Wardian

Explore the philosophies and strategies used by Sharman throughout his time as an ultrarunner and coach. Part I discusses key training methods, some of which have been widely misunderstood—until now. Part II delves into practical ways to improve your racing technique. Part III looks beyond racing and offers advice on how to grow in the sport and how to keep enjoying it for the long term.

Learn from ultrarunners with decades of experience. Real race stories and training advice in The Art of Ultrarunning help you steer your ultrarunning journey toward more meaningful success.

Contributor: Scott Warr (Foreword by), Don Freeman (Foreword by)

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