Going Long: Legends, Oddballs, Comebacks & Adventures

Editors of Runner's World Maga

Mar 2010 · Sold by Rodale Books

About this ebook

For more than 40 years, Runner's World magazine has been the world's leading authority on running—bringing its readers the latest running advice and some of the most compelling sports narratives ever told. From inspirational stories such as "A Second Life"(the story of Matt Long, the FDNY firefighter who learned to run again after a critical injury) to analytical essays such as "White Men Can't Run" (a look at what puts African runners at the front of the pack), the magazine captivates its readers every month.

Now, for the first time, the editors of Runner's World have gathered these and other powerful tales to give readers a collection of writing that is impossible to put down.

With more than 40 gripping stories, Going Long transcends the sport of running to reach anyone with an appetite for drama, inspiration, and a glimpse into the human condition.

Ratings and reviews

I've tried to get into this book on two different occasions. It's not about running. Reminds me of Readers Digest. Maybe someone else's cup of tea. Not mine.

Inspired writing in a collection of short non-fiction stories. A great read for current and future runners!

About the author

RUNNER'S WORLD is the worldwide authority on running information. It aims to help runners of all ages and abilities achieve their health, fitness, and performance goals and to inspire them with vivid, memorable storytelling.