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Mark Hines
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  • Paperback: 328 pages
  • Publisher: Healthy Body Publishing (31 Aug 2009)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0955380030
  • ISBN-13: 978-0955380037
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 2.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 49,259 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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It was during breakfast, the morning after completing the Marathon des Sables and whilst recovering in Ouarzazate's Berbere Palace, that discussions began as to what should come next. The Marathon des Sables was no longer recognised as the toughest footrace in the world, at least not by those on the ultra-endurance adventure racing circuit. The general consensus was that the true toughest ultra took place in the heart of the Amazon jungle, and it had a staggeringly high drop-out rate.
The Jungle Marathon is probably the toughest multi-stage footrace in the world. The terrain and combination of heat and humidity make this event far more arduous than races held in desert environments. 'The Jungle Marathon: Ultra Endurance Running in the Heart of the Amazon', is the story of this epic adventure, told by exercise physiologist Mark Hines. It is about the training and preparation, the extreme physiological consequences of exercise in such a climate, and what it is to race in one of the world's most extraordinary and incredible environments.

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Part of the 'in extremis' book series, Mark uses his expertise as an exercise physiologist to describe, in fascinating detail, the details of training for, and competition in, the toughest multi-stage footrace in the world. There is an in-depth scientific review, focussing on hydration and exercise in hot and humid climates. An extensive appendix includes tips and suggestions for race clothing and equipment, as well as resources for where to obtain further information.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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If you are contemplating doing the jungle marathon in Brazil, this is a great place to start. This is primarily a narrative about the authors preparation prior to the race, and then an account of the race from his perspective. It has plenty of useful tips on equipment, and particularly useful information on heat stroke and hydration. Worth a read if you are thinking of doing it, or volunteering on it. As one of the doctors on the race, it gave me a little insight into the race from the runners' point of view, and the slightly unusual mentality of those who do it.
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A really lovely book! The author is an endurance athlete who has done the race and he's a physiologist so his book offers a very informed perspective on the Jungle Marathon. He writes about his experience on the race both as someone who was a volunteer for support along the race on one year and who then trained and raced in the event the following year. It was quite personal and humourous as well. Very enjoyable and inspiring!
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Awsome ! 30 Oct 2009
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I found this book a great insight into the race, the organisation, the team behind it and the different people who competed in it. As Mark writes, it is not a guide on how to run it, its more advice relating to his own journey. Everyone is different and has different requirements. I just completed the race and would put myself in the "back of the group" placing. 100 or so people started the race and only 50 completed it. I found the race itself very painful and difficult but an awsome experience. Very strong atheletes went down on the first day, 2 of which ended up in a coma. The race is raw, but Mark's book is an awsome read and totally gets the race for what it is, its ethos and also the challenge that it represents and having read it a second time, can relate to it even more. Thanks Mark !
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