Running Across Countries
Running Across Countries by Russell Secker, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on September 10, 2009, is a detailed account of an extraordinary athletic endeavor. This edition, comprising 182 pages, chronicles Secker’s experience as he participates in the Trans Europe Footrace, a grueling event that demands an average of 45 miles a day over 64 consecutive days. The journey begins in Bari, Italy, and traverses several countries, including Austria, Germany, Sweden, and Finland, ultimately reaching North Cape, Norway, located 400 miles within the Arctic Circle.
In this book, readers will find a first-hand perspective on the physical and mental challenges faced by ultrarunners. Secker’s narrative explores the rigors of long-distance running and the personal growth that accompanies such a demanding journey. The text delves into themes of sports and recreation, particularly focusing on running and jogging, while providing insights into the resilience required to undertake one of the most formidable tests of endurance.
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After running across France and Germany, Russell Secker takes on the toughest physical and mental challenge of his life – running across the whole of Europe in the 2009 edition of the Trans Europe Footrace. The race format is simple yet implausibly difficult – an average of 45 miles a day on foot for 64 consecutive days.Starting from Bari in the south of Italy, 67 ultrarunners from around the world set off to test themselves on a grueling 2-month journey of self-discovery. The race passes through Italy, Austria, Germany, Sweden and Finland before reaching the northernmost land in Europe – North Cape, Norway – 400 miles inside the Arctic Circle.Running Across Countries gives first-hand insight into the daunting challenge of becoming a transcontinental runner, one of the toughest and most unforgiving tests of the human body and spirit.
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