Mark Remy

A clever pocket-sized dictionary that celebrates running with hilarious definitions and witty illustrations of terms that runners know and love. Here is a clever, tongue-in-cheek "dictionary" that's perfect for any runner. The Running Dictionary is filled with hilarious definitions for hundreds running terms, plus dozens of witty illustrations. Terms range from race lingo, gear, and human anatomy to the insider jargon that all runners know and speak fluently, from "active recovery" to "zone running." With equal parts quirky humor and charming giftability, it's a delightful book for every running obsessive.

The ultimate book of running adventures across North America featuring 200 epic routes from city circuits to off-road trails plus amazing running stories from celebrated athletes. Discover tales of 50 incredible runs plus a further 150 awesome running trip ideas from easy-going jogs to one-of-a-kind challenges. Epic Runs of North America takes travelers across the US, Canada, and the Caribbean to experience heart-pounding trails that are a tonic for the mind, soul - and legs! Inside Epic Runs of North America:50 first-person accounts of running routes, races and trails plus 150 suggestions of similar runs to experienceRemarkable stories from celebrated athletes and writers offering personal insights into runs they've completed including Mark Remy, Hannah Selinger, Jinghuah Liu Tervalon, Stephanie Case, Alison Mariella Désir, Barbara Noe Kennedy, Brendan Sainsbury, Brian Metzler, Charlie Engle, Matt Phillips, and moreChallenge level grading for each run varies from easy for running newbies, harder for runners seeking a challenge, and epic for seasoned racersBreathtaking photography that brings each run to life and inspires readers to explore the worldExpert information, maps and practical details on where to start and finish your run, total distance, how to get there, what to take, where to stay, and things to knowBeautiful and vibrant book cover by New Zealand illustrator, Ross MurrayFeatured runs include the Boston Marathon; the National Mall in Washington DC; the Badwater 135 Ultramarathon; the Martin Goodman Waterfront Trail of Toronto; the Reggae Marathon in Jamaica; and many more This book is a must-have for readers in search of new running experiences in North America, and makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves to explore the great outdoors with a spring in their step.

In The Dumb Runner Reader, runner and humorist Mark Remy presents his favorite posts from the first two years of his website, DumbRunner.com. Essays include such Dumb Runner classics as... My Large Penis Makes Running a Real Challenge Running With Your Gun: FAQ Woman Pretty Sure 5K's Ban on Strollers Doesn't Apply to Her Holy S***, Look at These New Running Shoes A Runner's Guide to Running Socks for Runners Woman Immediately Regrets Asking Date if He's Ever Run a Marathon ...and many, many more If you like to run and you like to laugh, you'll love The Dumb Runner Reader.