This was one of many books I got for Christmas. (Seriously my wish list was either books or running gear – I’m kind of boring to buy presents for.)
What a cute book! It’s 47 chapters of making good fun of the weirdness that runners embrace.
Each chapter is a short essay written by the humorous Bob Schwartz – all with personal anecdotes whether related to training, racing, injuries – you name it.
He recalls his treadmill obsession, the dreaded DNF (Did Not Finish) and learning to drink from a water cup while on the run.
I loved the chapter Trick or Feet, about race expos. He talks about choosing his races based on the expo, rather than the course or crowd energy.
“It’s a combination auto show, Star Trek convention, and culinary extravaganza for runners.”
Yes it is Bob, yes it is.
“We are runners, see us accumulate” (stickers, hats, magnets, pens, anything free).
If I could go to an expo every weekend, I probably would. I’m obsessed and I’m not ashamed of it.
I found myself laughing at each chapter, whether I’d been through the particular experience or not – I definitely recommend this book for runners ready to embrace the oddities of our sport.
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