The Long Run: Lessons in Perseverance in Running, Business and Life

by Ben Andrews

THE LONG RUN begins with the story of Ben Andrews and his quest to become one of Americas top milers, a quest that starts strongly but seems doomed when he later faces obstacle after obstacle, not the least of which are his own fears and insecurities. Often, Ben finds that his dreams - both athletically and later in business - seem just beyond his reach. But each time he is ready to quit, an unlikely mentor comes his way to tell him, not yet.

Join Ben on a captivating and inspiring run through life as he is confronted with reasons to quit but a mountain of evidence to stay in the race and hold fast to his dreams.

257 pages, Paperback

Published July 1, 2022

Reviews

[Shana Story · Rating 5 out of 5]

I entered into reading this upon a recommendation of a friend. I was skeptical going in. Wow, was I surprised! The story was compelling and completely unexpected. I found myself laughing, crying, and eagerly moving thru the chapters. The ability of the writer to tell his own true-life story in such a transparent and vulnerable manner was amazing. Finding silver linings in situations that would leave most broken and defeated is a lesson we can all take with us. Strap in for a rollercoaster of a ride - told in an easy to digest conversational style. #HighlyRecommend

[Theresa Dalman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not a runner but my book club choose this book. I still learned many useful things from this book as it is more about mindset and overcoming obstacles than running. I found it easy to read and a compelling story.