The Rise of the Ultra Runners

Driven by a nagging question—Why does my foot hurt?—award-winning journalist Christopher McDougall embarks on an epic quest into Mexico’s Copper Canyons, home to the reclusive Tarahumara Indians. These legendary runners possess a lost art: the ability to run hundreds of miles without injury, effortlessly chasing down anything from deer to Olympic marathoners.

Through Harvard science labs and sun-baked American valleys, McDougall encounters an eclectic cast of characters—ultra-runners pushing their limits, a barefoot guru, and a beer-drinking bikini-clad marathoner. With their help, he uncovers the Tarahumara's secrets and confronts conventional wisdom about running, revealing that everything we thought we knew is wrong.

Culminating in a climactic fifty-mile race pitting a motley crew of Americans against the Tarahumara, Born to Run is more than a story about running; it's an exploration of human potential, ancient wisdom, and the hidden power within us all. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and transformed as you discover that you, too, were born to run.

K2: The Savage Mountain. At 28,251 feet, it looms as the ultimate mountaineering challenge, a peak four times more deadly than Everest. In August 2008, eleven climbers perished in a single, horrific thirty-six-hour period, marking one of the worst tragedies in mountaineering history.

Ed Viesturs, one of the world's leading high-altitude climbers, delves into the compelling and tragic history of K2, exploring the driving forces behind those who dare to challenge its unforgiving slopes. More than just a chronicle of ascents and accidents, this is an examination of the profound questions K2 provokes: risk versus reward, ambition versus self-preservation, and loyalty versus the intoxicating lure of glory.

Viesturs brings firsthand experience to the page, recounting his own near-fatal 1992 climb with Scott Fischer, where only a desperate act of self-arrest saved them from certain death. Through vivid accounts of seven defining expeditions, including his own and the catastrophic 2008 event, Viesturs, along with David Roberts, crafts a gripping narrative that resonates with climbers and armchair adventurers alike. Featuring rare photographs and historical insights, this is a definitive, edge-of-your-seat exploration of the world's most dangerous mountain, and the profound human drama played out on its icy heights.

Unlock your running potential with the revolutionary 80/20 method! In 80/20 Running, acclaimed fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald reveals the training secret embraced by elite runners to achieve extraordinary results. Discover how dedicating 80% of your runs to low intensity and just 20% to high intensity can transform your performance, regardless of your current level. Backed by scientific research and packed with practical training plans for 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon distances, this book is your guide to running faster, avoiding burnout, and reaching new heights of fitness. Experience more enjoyable, less draining runs, reduced fatigue, and significant improvements in your high-intensity efforts. Embrace the 80/20 principle and revolutionize your training today!

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the frozen heart of Antarctica with Sir Ernest Shackleton's South. This gripping firsthand account chronicles the harrowing Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914-1917, a saga of survival against unimaginable odds. When their ship, the Endurance, becomes trapped and ultimately crushed by pack ice, Shackleton and his crew are plunged into a desperate battle for their lives.

Stranded thousands of miles from civilization, they face treacherous ice floes, brutal storms, and the constant threat of starvation. Shackleton's leadership and unwavering determination are put to the ultimate test as he strives to bring every man home alive.

South is more than just an adventure story; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the power of camaraderie, and the extraordinary courage required to face nature's most formidable challenges. Experience the raw, visceral reality of this legendary expedition, complete with stunning descriptions and the ever-present danger lurking in the polar wilderness. A classic tale of exploration and endurance, South will leave you breathless and in awe of the men who dared to venture into the unknown.