Marathon & Cross-country Running

'An amazing story of one woman's journey through mental illness... So inspiring and proving once again that exercise changes lives' Mel SykesSuffer...

How Not To Run: A Journey to the Roof of the World is the story of a weekend runner who only ever wanted to keep fit to ride her horses with a litt...

'The most beautiful book I ever read.' – Rune Larsson, ultra-distance runnerMarkus Torgeby was just 20 years old when he headed off into the remote...

Renowned marathon expert and leading sports scientist Professor John Brewer reveals why many of the concepts surrounding marathon training and runn...

Bob Phillips takes us on an exhilarating journey across the formative years of marathon running - from 1896 through to the Olympic marathons of the...

500 Races, Routes and Adventures contains all the information and practical advice needed to enjoy the best and most unusual running experiences ar...

Each year, thousands of competitors pit themselves against the elements, extremes of geography and their own psyches to take part in the world's ha...

In this new edition, Olympian and running coach Jeff Galloway brings his proven Run Walk Run (R) method to cross-country running. Using his run-wal...

You might run for fitness. You might run for speed. But ultimately, running is about much more than the physical act itself. It is about the challe...

The inspirational, bittersweet story of Tamsin Imber's journey as a runner. Starting out as a busy mum, she secretly trains for a marathon - and en...

It's now a common sight to see people of all ages and abilities running through our towns, parks and rural areas; but it can still be surprising wh...

'Inspiring... proves anything is possible if you just believe and give it a go' Sun'Masses of heart... frank and funny' Melanie Sykes'Gritty and gl...

'Jenny Tough writes with the same talent, imagination, and sheer courage that she displays in her athletic endeavours. This book will broaden the h...

With The Planted Runner, runners will learn to optimize training with plant-based nutrition, harness the power of their minds, and perform at their...

More than 100 tempting recipes to fuel your running.Whether you’re training for a marathon, a half-marathon, an ultra-distance event or just lookin...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEARThe story of the greatest long-distance athlete in history – a tale of running, redemption ...

This is the book that will take any woman, at any fitness level, into the running lifestyle. Jeff Galloway, a US Olympian in 1972, has helped over ...

In 2017, professional runner Rickey Gates ran 3,700 miles across the continental United States with just a small backpack and an anthropologist's c...

Running is America’s most popular participatory sport, yet more than half of those who identify as runners get injured every year. Falling prey to ...

'Quite simply, it contains the tools to make you a better runner. Make space on your bookshelf for this timeless, classic marathon manual.' — Paul ...

The remarkable true story of an unrivalled journey to recreate the greatest run in film history: 15,621 miles, five-times across the U...

'Superb - a great book to fuel your wanderlust.' Mark Beaumont'The ultimate running book, showcasing the ultimate running adventure.' Sean Conway--...

Family is what you make it - but is Hannah brave enough to take the chance?A freelance travel writer, Hannah rarely stays in one place long enough ...

For any runner considering training for a half marathon, author Jeff Galloway can help them prepare to train, enjoy training, and cross the finish ...

From tasting his own blood while running hard as a Notre Dame miler to producing the top US marathon legends in the epicentre of the running boom o...

Mental Toughness for Runners gives the reader highly effective methods for successful mental training, including self-coaching, well-founded traini...

Running Until You’re 100 is the must-have guide that will keep runners fit as they age and help them run for life. Using Jeff Galloway’s proven Run...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE TELEGRAPH SPORTS HEALTH & FITNESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2019RUNNING AWARDS 2019 – TOP BOOKRunning Up That Hill is a celebr...

LONGLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2022'Anyone wanting an example of never being beaten should look at the incredible Francis Benal...

It’s no secret that if you plan to run in the toughest endurance races, you need to physically prepare for the extreme demands you will be subjecti...

As the best-selling guide in the sport, Training Young Distance Runners has helped countless runners achieve their best times, avoid injuries, and...

A witty and expertly compiled compendium of running wisdom and humour. From a short jog that lifts your mood to the closing stages of a marathon w...

Dirk Vlieks was at the top of his game. At the age of thirty-two he was a top-ranked triathlete with numerous Ironman finishes under his belt. That...

To one woman, running was more than a passion—it was a lesson in perseverance.Lee DiPietro discovered the exhilaration of endurance athletics when ...

Running is one of the most popular activities worldwide, and is an enjoyable and accessible way to get fit. To help you get started, this book prov...

Whether you are just getting acquainted with the joys of running or you can recite the brand and model number of your last 12 pairs of running sho...

Every year, countless runners, endurance athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts discover the sport of trail running. Whether they run for peace of mind...

High Performance Long Distance Running is a book for serious long-distance runners from 5,000 metres to the marathon. It covers every aspect of t...

Complete an entire marathon with energy to spare. Nancy Clark shows you how in this book, offering you the best advice on topics such as balancing ...