Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness
Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012
Super Short Summary
Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness by Scott Jurek and Steve Friedman is a memoir detailing Jurek's transformation from a Midwestern childhood to becoming a renowned ultramarathoner. The book explores his dedication to veganism, the extreme physical and mental challenges he faced, and his journey toward sports and personal excellence.
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Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness by Scott Jurek and Steve Friedman details Jurek’s evolution into an elite ultramarathoner. Praised for its inspirational narrative and insights into plant-based nutrition, some critics note its repetitive structure. While deeply motivational for athletes, its appeal may be limited for general readers.
Who Should Read Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness?
A reader who enjoys Eat & Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness by Scott Jurek and Steve Friedman is likely a fitness enthusiast, endurance athlete, or someone interested in veganism. Similar readers may also appreciate Born to Run by Christopher McDougall and Finding Ultra by Rich Roll.
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