{"product_id":"running-up-that-hill-eat-and-run-2-books-collection-set-paperback","title":"Running Up That Hill \u0026 Eat and Run 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRunning Up That Hill: The Highs and Lows of Going That Bit Further\u003cbr\u003e\nEat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Bloomsbury Sport (Running Up That Hill); Bloomsbury Paperbacks (Eat and Run)\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis two-book collection brings together two of the most loved memoirs in ultrarunning: Vassos Alexander's \u003cem\u003eRunning Up That Hill\u003c\/em\u003e and Scott Jurek's \u003cem\u003eEat and Run\u003c\/em\u003e. Both brand new paperbacks, the set pairs British broadcaster Alexander's witty, self-deprecating account of chasing ultra-distances with elite champion Jurek's story of plant-powered endurance and record-breaking trail success. Together they offer humour, honesty and genuine insight into what drives people to run further than seems humanly possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRunning Up That Hill\u003c\/em\u003e follows sports presenter Vassos Alexander as he becomes hooked on the strange joys of ultra-distance running. From running an ultramarathon in Paris backwards after missing the start, to tackling one of the world's toughest mountain races in Wales with a badly sprained ankle, and finally attempting the brutal 153-mile Spartathlon, Alexander recounts his exploits with warmth, humour and honesty. Along the way he draws on the wisdom of ultrarunning legends including Scott Jurek, Jasmin Paris and Kilian Jornet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEat and Run\u003c\/em\u003e tells the remarkable story of Scott Jurek, one of the most dominant ultrarunners of his generation. From a modest Midwestern upbringing to becoming a seven-time winner of the legendary Western States 100, Jurek's memoir traces his transformation through relentless training, mental toughness and a plant-based diet that powered him to record-breaking finishes. Co-written with journalist Steve Friedman, the book blends race narrative with nutrition insight and original recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo bestselling ultrarunning memoirs in one giftable paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new condition, ideal for runners, coaches and endurance sport fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine insight into training, mindset, nutrition and motivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by a leading UK sports broadcaster and a champion ultramarathoner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for anyone into trail running, marathons or personal challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback format, easy to read at home, on the trail or while travelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVassos Alexander is one of the UK's best-known sports broadcasters, a presenter on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show on Virgin Radio, and a keen endurance runner with a sub-3-hour marathon personal best. He has completed some of the toughest ultramarathons in the world. Scott Jurek is a champion ultramarathon runner and seven-time winner of the Western States Endurance Run, renowned for his plant-based approach to fuelling elite performance. His memoir was co-written with journalist and author Steve Friedman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Ultrarunning Memoir Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo authentic, funny and inspiring true stories of endurance from very different runners. A brilliant gift for anyone who loves trail running, marathons, or stories of pushing past their limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover shown is the UK edition. ISBN and edition may vary slightly from images; please contact us with any questions before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various Authors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807699472621,"sku":"VRT-10915","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/running-up-that-hill-eat-and-run-2-book-paperback-set.jpg?v=1784306185","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/running-up-that-hill-eat-and-run-2-books-collection-set-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}