The Path She Runs
a personal history of women's ultrarunning
$25.80
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
10 November 2025
Summary
The Ultramarathon Woman: Endurance, Science, and Untold Stories
The longer the distance run, the more women have an edge over their male competitors. Yet, the longer the distance, the less likely women are to start the race.
In this engaging personal account, writer and sport scientist Jen Benson looks at the science and hidden history of ultramarathon running, and details her own attempts to finish a 100-mile race.
Jen lays bare the intensity, unexp…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781788404396 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1788404394 |
| Author: | Jen Benson |
| Publisher: | Octopus Publishing Group |
| Imprint: | Cassell |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 10 November 2025 |
| Weight: | 226g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 126mm x 24mm |
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About The Author
Jen Benson
Jen Benson is a runner, writer and PhD researcher exploring the psychology and philosophy of running. She has completed over 50 marathons and the UK Ironman and Ironman 70.3 triathlons. She is a qualified podiatrist with a master’s degree in sport & exercise medicine. With her husband, she has co-authored several books including Wild Running, Short Runs in Beautiful Places and The Running Bible.
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