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Ultramarathon Man

Confessions of an All-Night Runner
Book • 2005
Ultramarathon Man is a memoir that chronicles Dean Karnazes' remarkable career as an ultrarunner.

The book covers his childhood, his early running experiences, and his most notable achievements, such as running 262 miles without rest, completing 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days, and running in extreme environments like Death Valley and the South Pole.

Karnazes writes with candor and humor, explaining how running has shaped his life and providing answers to the questions he is often asked about his motivations and training.

The book is both inspiring and entertaining, offering a unique glimpse into the life of a hard-core ultrarunner who balances his athletic pursuits with a full-time job and family life.

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Mentioned in 5 episodes

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Jeff Sanders
as the author of "Ultramarathon Man", highlighting the importance of setting ambitious goals.
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Crafting Your Ideal Career: 5 Steps to Professional Success
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Topher Gaylord
as one of the content creators who have covered the Western States 100 race.
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The Spirit of Western States | Topher Gaylord's TrailCon Keynote
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Trevor Spencer
as a book that resonated beyond the running world.
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Catching Up with Dean Karnazes
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Jeff Sanders
for those who enjoy running marathons and ultramarathons.
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New Seasons, Sabbaticals, and Transitions: How to Choose Your Next Chapter in Life
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Rich Roll
as a book that inspired his path into ultramarathon running.
Dean Karnazes Is Running For Good: Lessons On Longevity & Embracing Discomfort
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Dean Karnazes
as his first book, which became a success and empowered many people.
Mastering Mental Toughness with Ultramarathon Legend Dean Karnazes
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Rob Mason
while sharing a story about Karnazes's coach and the nature of pain.
Unlock Your Resilience: Beyond Toughness in Running
Mentioned as an inspiring book by Dean Karnazes about his experiences as an ultramarathon runner.
079: Intentional Scheduling with Jeff Sanders
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Ryan Holiday
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Dean Karnazes
' books detailing ultra endurance running.
Ultramarathon Runner Dean Karnazes on the Virtue of Self-Discipline | And Now We Do What Is Necessary
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Rich Roll
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David Clark
in the context of Badwater race and ultramarathons.
Remembering David Clark

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