Chicken Soup for the Soul: Runners: 101 Inspirational Stories of Energy, Endurance, and Endorphins

By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark, Dean Karnazes
400 Pages (Paperback)
Date Published: July 13, 2010

ABOUT THE BOOK:

When runners aren’t running, they are talking about running, planning their next run, shopping for running… This book contains 101 stories from everyday and famous runners… telling their stories to other runners… about how running has improved their lives, recovering from injuries, challenging themselves, and includes amazing stories of marathons, camaraderie, and the natural high that comes from this popular sport. Plenty of stories for triathletes too, covering swimming and cycling.

MY THOUGHTS:

Okay so I am not a runner, not even close, but I did think this book was motivating, interesting, and fun to read.  The stories are all true stories from elite Olympians to casual joggers, who run great distances, average distances, or are just starting out.  There is also a whole chapter on triathlons.  Some of the stories include:  Runners World’s Mark Remy, U.S. National Team marathoner Josh Cox, Amputee Lindsay Nielsen, and a man declared brain dead!  These stories really made me realize the dedication some people have and how it is important to do something, for these people it is running.  I personally liked reading the stories for the new runners, since they are not to far from the point I am at right now.  Overall, I would say this is a good book for anyone in sports since it is inspirational stories of “energy, endurance, and endorphins” all of which athletes face everyday.  Whether you are a casual exerciser or sports player or professional, the stories are inspiring. 

BUY IT: You can find Chicken Soup for the Soul books at your local bookstore or at Amazon. You can also check out the Chicken Soup for the Soul website for more information and you can even submit your own stories there!

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