50 Secrets I Learned Running 50 Marathons In 50 Days

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Dean Karnazes has run 350 miles through 3 sleepless nights ordered pizza during long runs & inspired fans the world over with his adventures. So what does such a man do when he wants the ultimate test of endurance? He runs 50 marathons in 50 states
- in 50 consecutive days. Armed with a road map a caravan of fellow runners & a dedicated crew Dean set off on a tour that took him through a volcanic canyon in Maui in high-humidity 88-degree heat; to an elevation gain of almost 4 000 feet at the Tecumseh Trail Marathon in Indiana to a severed moose leg found alongside a trail in Alaska that compelled him to sprint for safety. Dean shares the secrets of how he pulled off this amazing feat with a determination that defied physical limitations. Tips that kept Dean going during the 1 310 miles he covered include how to recover more quickly adapt to extreme conditions prevent muscle cramps & overheating pace yourself when you hit the wall & stay motivated. Complete with training regimens & packed with practical advice 50/50 will inspire you no matter what your current fitness goal whether it be walking around the block or completing an Ironman