Für Ultramarathon-Läufer ist ein normaler Marathon nur Aufwärmübung. Sie laufen 50-Meilen- und sogar über 100-Meilen-Rennen. Sie laufen über 24 Stunden ohne Schlaf. Sie treiben ihren Körper, Geist und Willen weit über das äußerste Maß an Schmerzen und Strapazen hinaus. Warum? Dean Karnazes hat mit seinem Buch seine ganz persönliche Lauf-Geschichte aufgeschrieben. Ein mitreißender, emotionaler Bericht, der neben einen Einblick in das Seelen- und Trainingsleben eines Extremsportlers den Leser dazu motiviert, die eigenen Träume zu leben.
New York Times Bestsellerautor und Ultramarathon-Legende Dean Karnazes bringt seinen Körper und Geist an seine Grenzen. Vom Laufen in der schmelzenden Hitze des Death Valley bis hin zur eiskalten Lunge des Südpols. Er ist auf der ganzen Welt Marathons gelaufen, einmal sogar 50 Marathons in 50 Staaten an 50 aufeinanderfolgenden Tagen. In “Mein Leben in Bewegung - Runner’s High” zeichnet Karnazes seine außergewöhnlichen Abenteuer auf, die zu seiner Rückkehr zum Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run mit Mitte fünfzig führten, nachdem er vor Jahrzehnten zum ersten Mal daran teilgenommen hat. Die Weststaaten sind berüchtigt für ihr raues Gelände und die extremen Temperaturen, dieser Wettkampf wird für Karnazes einer der anspruchsvollsten seines Lebens. Ein Kampf mit Körper und Emotionen und vor allem um seinem Ziel treu zu bleiben - wir erleben Karnazes wie nie zuvor! Dieses Buch ist gleichzeitig ein Endorphin getriebenes Abenteuer und ein Liebesbrief an den Sport von einem seiner bekanntesten Botschafter, der sowohl Gelegenheits- als auch ernsthafte Läufer zum Jubeln bringen wird.
Er läuft und läuft und läuft. Der Ultramarathon-Läufer Dean Karnazes, den das TIME Magazine im Jahr 2006 zu den hundert einflussreichsten Menschen der Welt zählte, verlangt seinem Körper und Geist schier Unglaubliches ab: Er läuft hunderte von Meilen oder 80 Stunden am Stück, ohne zu schlafen, durchschwimmt die Bucht von San Francisco oder fährt 24 Stunden Mountainbike. Im Jahr 2004 gewann er den härtesten Laufwettkampf der Welt: ein 217-Kilometer Rennen durch das Death Valley bei Temperaturen um die 50° C. 2007 aber stellte er sich einer noch größeren Herausforderung: 50 Marathons an 50 aufeinanderfolgenden Tagen in allen 50 Bundesstaatender USA. Von diesem beeindruckenden Parforceritt erzählt Karnazes in seinem Buch "50/50". Der fesselnde Erlebnisbericht sowie die vielen praktischen Ratschläge, Geheimtipps und Trainingspläne, die das Buch bietet, ermutigen jeden Sportler, ob Amateur oder Profi, für seine eigenen Ziele zu kämpfen - und helfen ihm, diese auch zu erreichen.
Karnazes shares his journey through the world of ultramarathoning, detailing his incredible adventures across extreme terrains like Death Valley and the South Pole. In this updated edition, he reflects on the lessons learned over three decades, discussing key aspects of health such as fitness, diet, and sleep. With candid insights, he balances the challenges of ultrarunning with family life, revealing how these experiences have shaped him into a resilient individual with youthful energy and profound wisdom.
"New York Times bestselling author Dean Karnazes was named by TIME magazine as one of the Hundred Most Influential People in the World. An ultramarathoning legend, Karnazes has raced and competed across the globe, from the heat of Death Valley to the frigid cold of the South Point. He once ran 50 marathons, in all 50 states, in 50 consecutive days. He's run for hundreds of hours without rest and was called a real superhero by Stan Lee. In A Runner's High, Karnazes chronicles his return to the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run in his mid-50's after first completing the race decades ago. The Western States is infamous for its rugged and remote terrain and extreme temperatures, and becomes one the most demanding competitions of Karnazes's life, a physical and emotional reckoning with himself and what it means to stay true to one's purpose, mile after mile. Confronting his age, his career path, and his life choices, we see Karnazes as we never have before. In the end, there is no end. He lives for the journey. For Karnazes, the running experience is about the runner and the trail. It is not the sum of achievements but a story that continues to be told each day, with each step. A Runner's High is at once a page-turning adventure and a love letter to the sport from one of its most celebrated ambassadors"--
The story of the 153-mile run from Athens to Sparta that inspired the marathon
and saved democracy, as told - and experienced - by ultramarathon runner and
bestselling author Dean Karnazes.
The book chronicles the extraordinary adventures of ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes as he embarks on grueling runs without rest across some of the world's most challenging terrains, including the Australian outback and Antarctica. His thrilling experiences showcase not only his physical endurance but also the mental and emotional challenges faced during these epic journeys. Karnazes's storytelling captures the essence of adventure and the human spirit in the face of extreme conditions.
"In his follow-up to the best-selling Ultramarathon man--which Sports Illustrated called 'fascinating' and the New York Times said was 'full of euphoric highs, ' world-renowned ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes chronicles his unbelievable exploits and explorations in gripping detail. Karnazes runs for days on end without rest, across some of the most exotic and inhospitable places on earth, including the Australian Outback, Antarctica, and the back alleys of New Jersey. From the downright hilarious to the truly profound, the stories in Run! provide readers with the ultimate escape and offer a rare glimpse into the mind-set and motivation of an extreme athlete--one who has, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer, 'not only pushed the envelope but blasted it to bits.' Karnazes addresses the pain and perseverance, but also charts his emotional state as he pushes to the edges of human achievement. The tales of the friendships he's cultivated on his many adventures around the world warm the heart and are sure to captivate and inspire readers whether they run great distances, modest distances, or not at all"-- Provided by publisher
Focusing on the historical significance of the 153-mile run from Athens to Sparta, this narrative intertwines the journey of ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes with the ancient tale that inspired the marathon. Through his personal experience, Karnazes explores themes of endurance and the impact of this legendary race on democracy, offering a unique blend of personal reflection and historical context.
In the fall of 2006, Dean Karnazes, known as the "Lance Armstrong of the running world," took on the ultimate challenge: running 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days. Dean set off in a caravan packed with fellow runners, with nothing more than a roadmap and a determination that defied all physical limitations. This book goes beyond the story of those 50 marathons: it is a firsthand account of what happens when your body defies all limitations, and it is a story of what it's like to push the limits of strength under grueling conditions. This book also reveals Dean's secrets and training tips, including what to do when you hit a wall, how to adapt quickly to drastic terrain, how to get motivated after a really tough day, and diet and exercise tips to improve your own best time. --From publisher description.
