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  Gravel Rides Peak District - 15...

  Hetty Kingston

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  Gravel Rides Peak District showcases 15 of the best gravel bike rides in the stunning Peak District National Park. From 18 to 107 kilometres in length and covering a variety of terrain, there is something for every gravel cyclist.
  Explore the fast-rolling, smooth gravel of disused railway lines on the High Peak Trail and Monsal Trail, traverse the breathtaking gritstone Eastern Edges on the edge of Sheffield, and discover unexpected gravel delights tucked away in the most unexpected places in the Dark and White Peak.
  Researched, ridden and written by Peak local Hetty Kingston, the routes feature clear and easy-to-use Ordnance Survey maps; easy-to-follow directions; details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings; stunning action photography; refreshment stops and local knowledge; and a detailed appendix. Also included is a link to downloadable GPX files.

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  Why We Run - A Natural History

  Bernd Heinrich

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  When Bernd Heinrich decided to write a memoir of his ultramarathon running experience he realized that the preparation for the race was as important, if not more so, than the race itself. Considering the physiology and motivation of running from a scientific point of view, he wondered what he could learn from other animals. 
   
   
   
  In Why We Run, Heinrich considers the flight endurance of birds, the antelope's running prowess and limitations, and the ultra-endurance of camels to understand how human physiology can or cannot replicate these adaptations. With his characteristic blend of scientific inquiry and philosophical musings, Heinrich offers an original and provocative work combining the rigors of science with the passion of running.

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  Let Faith Grow - Running Through...

  Ben Hinton

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  Let Faith Grow: Running Through Adversity is an inspiring story that delves into the remarkable life journey of Ben Hinton, a marathon runner, devoted Christian, and a man whose relentless spirit has overcome unimaginable challenges.  Born with a rare brain inflammation disease, Ben's survival was nothing short of miraculous. Raised as an only child by a workaholic mother battling alcoholism, he felt the weight of his "miracle baby" status and the pressure to prove himself to the world. Basketball became his refuge and a means to support his struggling family, fueling dreams of playing in the NBA. But as life would have it, Ben's path took unexpected turns.  Diagnosed with a rare eye condition and later sustaining a traumatic brain injury, Ben faced constant adversity that could have crushed his spirit. Yet, with unwavering faith, he emerged stronger. From undergoing grueling treatments and therapy to running his first half marathon a mere eight weeks after his brain injury, Ben's determination to defy the odds propelled him forward.  In Let Faith Grow, Ben shares his captivating story of resilience and perseverance, taking readers on a captivating journey through his triumphs and setbacks. With each page, he offers powerful insights and practical advice for readers to apply in their own lives. Whether you're an athlete or not, Ben's remarkable journey will inspire you to push past your limits, embrace faith, and overcome any obstacles that stand in your way.  Prepare to be moved by this poignant tale of hope, endurance, and the transformative power of unwavering faith. Ben Hinton's extraordinary story will leave an indelible mark on your heart and motivate you to let your faith grow amidst life's most challenging moments.

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  Unladylike - A History of Ladies...

  Hayley Kilgallon

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  After first emerging in the 1920s, ladies Gaelic football was soon sidelined; breathless women chasing after a football was just too unladylike for the powers that be.
  Despite this resistance, the sport became a popular novelty act at local carnivals. And when the Ladies Gaelic
  
  Football Association (LGFA) was founded in Tipperary in July 1974, fifty years of extraordinary growth were set in motion. From writing the rule book to a membership of nearly 200,000, the earliest All-Stars to game-changing partnerships, this definitive history captures that unstoppable journey to becoming a national sport and so much more.
  Lavishly illustrated and drawing from national, club and personal archives, UNLADYLIKE is for the players, the fans, the kit-washers, the sandwich-makers and the supporters alike, and confirms the best is yet to come.
   

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  Head On - A Memoir

  Larry Csonka

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  Larry Csonka ran the football with audacity and authority. He lived his off-the-field life with equal abandon. As part of the NFL's 100th Anniversary, he and his undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins teammates were named the best team in NFL history. 
   
   
   
  In Head On, Csonka shares how they achieved their legendary Perfect Season. From quitting football at a young age, to his often-combative relationship with Coach Don Shula, to brazen exploits with his NFL pals, Csonka narrates a life that is colorful, unbridled, and thrilling. 
   
   
   
  Csonka found himself hanging out with Burt Reynolds, Dick Butkus, Lee Majors, Joe Namath, and Elvis Presley during his football years. But his moments outside the spotlight reveal the most about this larger-than-life figure—raising critters and a little hell in his formative years on an Ohio dirt farm, early run-ins with the law, confronting thieves with a sawed-off shotgun, taking sniper fire on a USO tour of Vietnam, and being adrift at night on the Bering Sea with gale-force winds raging. 
   
   
   
  Csonka's Head On is a captivating account of grit, grace, and gumption told by an iconic Hall of Famer who continues to gain ground—figuratively, literally, and unapologetically—every day.

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  Movies with Balls - The Greatest...

  Rick Bryson, Kyle Bandujo

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  "Movies with Balls is equal parts fandom, analysis, and nerdiness. It's a wonderful time." —Shea Serrano, New York Times bestselling author of Movies (and Other Things) 
   
   
   
  Movies with Balls will make you want to rewatch the movies you already love, and discover gems you've never seen. Play ball! 
   
   
   
  If you're the kind of fan who cheers every single time you watch Rocky beat Drago, or remembers who said "Be the ball, Danny" and "If you build it, he will come," this is the book for you. 
   
   
   
  Movies with Balls celebrates and analyzes more than two dozen of the greatest sports films of all time, with expert play-by-play and color commentary on the movies themselves and the athleticism they portray. 
   
   
   
  You'll be transported into fictional arenas, stadiums, gyms, fields, and golf courses to relive the climactic moments from: Caddyshack; The Natural; Field of Dreams; Dodgeball; The Karate Kid; Rocky IV; The Waterboy; Bend it Like Beckham; Creed; and many more!

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