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Running Everest – book review
With this year’s Everest Marathon scheduled to take place on 29 May – we share Ultra Runner Magazine’s review of Holly Zimmermann’s book, Running Everest: Adventures at the Top of the World “If you’re looking for an honest and inspiring story of what can be achieved with a willing spirit, a shed load of planning, and a desire to push yourself further than you thought was possible, then this is the book for you. Read more…
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HAPPY INTERNATIONAL EVEREST DAY!
WE CELEBRATE RELEASE OF ‘RUNNING EVEREST: ADVENTURES AT THE TOP OF THE WORLD’ BY HOLLY ZIMMERMANN 29 May has marked International Everest Day since its first successful ascent in 1953. Two years ago to the day, Holly Zimmermann – or ‘Ultramarathon Mom’ as she’s more widely known (her book of that title can be found here) – ran the 2018 Everest Marathon – the highest marathon in the world – and became the first international woman to reach the finish line. Before even starting the marathon, she trekked with a fellow group of adventurers to Everest Base Camp. Read more…