The next book I read as a retired person was "Born to Run." This was given to me by my sister while I was in Idaho. It's a totally true story about this guy (the author) who helps to orchestrate this rockin' race in Mexico with some ultra-marathoners and a group of native runners called the Tarahumara. Throughout his narrative, he talks about ultra-marathons (roughly 100 mile long races), different runners and their stories and how it all culminates in this one race. Also, a lot of great information about shoes and why animals can actually be run down by humans.
It was definitely intriguing, and kept my attention, so it was a quick read.
Born to Run, Christopher McDougall
It made me want to try and train a lot better for my ragnar relay, but that lasted just a few days. And I don't think I ever want to run an ultra-marathon, or even a regular marathon. But it is amazing what our bodies can do.
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