First published 2018
Stage races push endurance athletes to their limits across hundreds of kilometers over multiple days. Runners must carry everything they need on their backs while navigating harsh terrain. Dean Karnazes provides a complete framework for tackling these extreme events. The book covers training protocols, equipment selection, and packing strategies. It addresses nutrition planning, hydration management, and race preparation methods. Thomas Watson draws from his extensive stage race experience and insights from accomplished athletes like Rory Coleman and Ryan Sandes. The guide includes practical trail advice and lessons from Marathon des Sables finishers and 4 Deserts Grand Slammers. This handbook equips runners with the knowledge to prepare for and complete some of the world's most demanding foot races.
Genres: adventure, sports, non-fiction, fitness, how-to, guides
Vibes: informative, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: expert-advice, how-to
200 pages · Paperback · Independently published