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This digital document is an article from Nutraceuticals World, published by Rodman Publications, Inc. on December 1, 2004. The length of the article is 901 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Waiting for Dr. Godot: the wait for a "Carl Sagan" for evidence-based nutraceuticals has morphed into a relentless ultramarathon.(PROPRIETARY PERSPECTIVES)(Bionutritionals division)
Author: Anthony Almada
Publication: Nutraceuticals World (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2004
Publisher: Rodman Publications, Inc.
Volume: 7Issue: 11Page: 32(2)

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In "Chasing the Runner's High", Ray Charbonneau tells the story how he pushed his passion for running up to, and then past, his limits.It's a memoir that shares what he learned, what he should have learned, and what he still has to learn from running.
 
Marshall Ulrich, 4 time winner of the Badwater Ultramarathon (and author of "Running on Empty"), calls Chasing the Runner's High "a look at one man's life and obsession with running and addictive behaviors. Humorous at times, but always looking toward the greater good, Ray shares life's ups and downs and provides a hard look into the mind of a runner, offering advice that can only be had with experience and hard fought miles underfoot."

The book is a great read for runners or for non-runners who want to better understand their running friends! ... Read more

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An Olympic race, an international cast of characters, an unforgettable story . . . 100 Miles to Destiny takes the reader to an endurance event like no other.

Set during the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics, "100 Miles to Destiny" tells the compelling story of a 100 mile endurance run from Squaw Valley to Auburn, California.

162 athletes representing the nations of the world have congregated at the base of Squaw Valley to compete in an inaugural Olympic event - a foot race of 100 miles over the mountainous terrain of the Western Sierra Nevada.

The diverse cast of characters, who represent different nationalities competing in the race, will take the reader on an unforgettable journey. Much more than simply a book on sport, the story encompasses the personal and professional lives of the amateur athlete.

The Western States Trail is the site of their journey where each athlete will take you on his personal quest for glory and ultimately, his quest for Olympic gold. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

big time book
BEST BOOK EVER!!!! Author(which is also myteacher) does a great job with this book! IT IS A MUST READ!!!

Great Book
This book is well-worth the read. It begins by hypothesizing the genesis of competitive running, and transitions into an Olympic 100-mile endurance event that follows a suite of international runners as they pursue their dreams of winning gold.The author does a nice job of character development that makes each runner unique, yet articulates why there is a cadre of people who are just born to run.The contrast of their personalities, melded with the similarities of their passions makes a great backdrop to the story.It made me wish there was such an event in the Olympics!!

Must read for running -exercise and health nuts like me
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Trillian's Web (Publisher; Mayfield,NY). Many photos. 12 chapters (1 each for 1981 to 1992). Glossary. 1-page author biography. ... Read more

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The Barefoot Running Book is a collection of advice to help new and experienced runners make the transition to barefoot or minimalist shoe running. More runners are shedding their heavy, overly-cushioned shoes in favor of their bare feet or lightweight minimalist shoes such as the Vibram Five Fingers or Terra Plana Vivo Barefoot EVO. These options allow feet to operate in a natural way, thus reducing injury and allowing for a more enjoyable running experience. Jason uses a combination of research, collaboration, and his own experiences to bring you the latest best-known methods for making a safe, enjoyable transition to barefoot or minimalist shoe running. Topics covered include the theory behind barefoot running, a brief review of the research supporting barefoot running, the essential elements of barefoot running form, a collection of useful drills, a plan to make a safe transition to barefoot running, common injury issues and concerns, frequently asked questions, and a listing of barefoot running resources. ... Read more

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"Book" might be a misnomer
While I think that there are some good tips in the book on how exactly to get started barefoot running, at 61 pages, it's more of a pamphlet than a book.The price is a bit high for what you're getting.

How much is the publisher and marketer paying you all?
OMG! 61 pages total! This book is as thin as my barefoot running minimalist shoes! And nothing new or special in it.
I could have bought other barefoot running with the same money!You can check it out and return it back to Amazon.com
This book would probably never be sold at bookstore.You could just finish reading it while you sip your coffee.

Book Review: The Barefoot Running Book
I recently received a copy of Jason Robillard's "The Barefoot Running Book" in the mail and was excited to see what this experienced barefooter had to say on the topic. I heard of Jason previously through both of site, Barefoot Chronicles. Jason is also an active poster on the Runner's World Barefoot Running forum.

The book is short but full of informative information. It's written clearly, and the author injects humor here and there, making it more than just a boring textbook. Barefooting is supposed to be fun anyways, right?

After introducing himself, Robillard discusses the very basics of running barefoot, including taking it slow, listening to your feet, and just having fun doing it. Coming from a Pose Method background ([...]), I do differ with the explanation of how to run, but he still does a good job of explaining the most important concepts, which are that of the leaning from the ankles and pulling the foot off the ground. Besides that technical area, I thought he does a great job of explaining different drills you can do and reminding you to relax when you run. While it's important to keep your core active and tight, people get nagging injuries due to shrugging their shoulders, plantar or dorsi-flexing their ankles, or just remaining too rigid in the knees throughout the whole stride.

The book's "Concepts" sections are well thought out, the drill "Activities" are all extremely useful, and the "Issues" sections address well-known problems that newbie, and experienced, barefoot runners face from time to time. Robillard provides sections for all skills levels, from beginners looking to run a few miles to racers eager to set new PR's, and to people who'd like to get into barefoot running on trails where there are more hazards than when running on pavement.

The book definitely accomplishes its goal of introducing barefoot running to the uninitiated, and it's length and humor keep it accessible to adults and children alike. I highly recommend it if you are interested in learning barefoot running, as it inspires you to just get out there and go!

Barefoot Running Book
Informative and easy to read basic and to the point. Writer happy to share his information. You could tell by the way he wrote.

loved this little ebook
After reading Born to Run: I went out and ran for 11 minutes barefoot on grass. I came to a crashing halt at 11 minutes. The reason, I didn't know really how to start. I figured I'm fit from swimming so I should be able to do it. It was so effortless too. I was loving it.

After researching around for some videos and info I found this ebook. I downloaded the sample which was a decent chunk I liked what I read so I bought it. Using a Dell Streak 5 inch Tablet. Its great as a little ebook.

Well it seems the advice is go very, very easy in the beginning. Its muscles we don't use so be careful.

Tonight I tried the barefoot walking exercises as suggested. Well it was a lot of fun out the back and most helpful really. I understood better about this lift that's spoken about instead of pushing off the foot.

So its day one for now. I need to recover my calf muscle for the rest of the week due to the earlier run I did without reading up about it.

Seems funny to learn how to run again barefoot. But its important to take it very slow, even for seasoned runners.

The bottom line for me is a hope to return to running after a 8 year layoff due to a really bad trauma on the knee when I run more than 3 times. ... Read more

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In Ray Zahab's world, a comfortable jog is 30 kilometres, a serious marathon is 200 kilometres in extreme conditions, and an honest test of a man's endurance is running through the Sahara Desert — all of it.

Zahab was once a pack-a-day smoker, but through dedication and persistence, he managed to achieve a level of fitness that allowed him to run in some of the world's toughest tests of endurance, including the crossing of the entire Sahara Desert on foot.

Running for My Life is the story of a man's journey from a world of partying and hard living to a world of eco-challenges, epic long-distance races, and championships. As a young man, Ray Zahab almost lost himself to excessive drinking and smoking. Then on New Year's Day of the year 2000, he caught a glimpse of where his partying would lead him and decided to turn his life around. Running for My Life is a brave and bold autobiography that follows Zahab's travels down the roads to destruction and redemption. It is a book that documents one man's passion for challenge, distance, and discovery.
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Rebekah Trittipoe is one who knows what it means to "go the distance". This committed Christian runs-and survives-ultra marathons, which find her on jaunts of up to 100-miles at a time. Amidst sometimes unthinkable conditions Rebekah-determined to meet her goal-grinds on. As with her extreme running, Rebekah's dedication to God's Word is steadfast and focused. Just as she encourages fellow runners to keep their eyes open to the beauty around them during a trek through challenging terrain, Rebekah inspires other believers to look for God's revelation not so much in theological treatise but in the mundane things of life-watching a simple sunrise, pulling weeds, taking in orphaned kittens, or hauling rocks for a backyard path. Her daily devotions (366 of them, to encompass leap year) include an inspirational story, a Scripture, and a daily challenge. She offers these with the mere purpose of helping each of us make our way through the daily grind-whether that be navigating the nettle-fraught mountainside or sitting at a desk slogging our way through a work day. ... Read more