Run when you can, walk when you have to, crawl if you must, just never give up - Dean Karnazes
A big thanks goes out to one of my recruits (onya Nitro!) for putting me on to this book and this amazing individual who has used his drive to push his body, mind and heart to it's very limits, and in the process has helped children in need, inspired countless others to strive to achieve their very best.
What is an ultramarathon? Anything over the standard distance of 42 kms
Some of Dean's run include:
50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days
217 km run across Death Valley in nearly 49 degree temperature
Was the first person to run a marathon at the South Pole in negative 40 degrees
and perhaps his most infamous achievement a Run around the World, Naked! (Read the book to find out the story on this one)
These are just a few of his sporting achievements but do yourself a favour check out his website
http://www.ultramarathonman.com/flash/
and buy his book, it is an amazing read and is an inspiration to all of uys to get up, get out and move!
Gary
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