The Running Dictionary

A clever pocket-sized dictionary that celebrates running with hilarious definitions and witty illustrations of terms that runners know and love. 
 
Here is a clever, tongue-in-cheek “dictionary” that’s perfect for any runner. The Running Dictionary is filled with hilarious definitions for hundreds running terms, plus dozens of witty illustrations. Terms range from race lingo, gear, and human anatomy to the insider jargon that all runners know and speak fluently, from “active recovery” to “zone running.” With equal parts quirky humor and charming giftability, it’s a delightful book for every running obsessive.

About the author

Mark Remy is the author of Runners of North America and The Runner's Rule Book and is the former executive editor of RunnersWorld.com. He writes exclusively (and hilariously) about all things running at DumbRunner.com.

Product details

• Authors: Mark Remy, Mark Remy, Remy Mark
• Publisher: Workman
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 14.04.2026
• EAN: 9781523531097
• ISBN: 978-1-5235-3109-7
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 127 mm x 178 mm x 12 mm
• Subjects: Fiction > Comic, cartoon, humour, satire; SPORTS & RECREATION / Running & Jogging, Humour, Active outdoor pursuits, Sports & outdoor recreation, Sport: general, Running and jogging, HUMOR / Topic / Sports & Recreation