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Don't Stop Me Now

26.2 Tales of a Runner’s Obsession

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Don't Stop Me Now

By: Vassos Alexander, Chris Evans - introduction
Narrated by: Vassos Alexander
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Bloomsbury presents Don't Stop Me Now written and read by Vassos Alexander.

This is a celebration of running, and what lots of us think about when we run. Part escape, part self-discovery, part therapy, part fitness. Part simple childlike joy of running when you could be walking.

Vassos Alexander shares the highs and lows of falling in love with running, from his first paltry efforts to reach the end of his street to completing ultra marathons and triathlons in the same weekend.

Each of the 26.2 chapters also features a fascinating insight into how others first started, from Paula Radcliffe to Steve Cram, the Brownlees to Jenson Button, Nicky Campbell to Nell McAndrew.

Funny, inspiring, honest – the perfect read for anyone with well-worn trainers by the door (or thinking of buying a pair...)©2015 Vassos Alexander (P)2016 Audible, Inc. Running & Jogging Sports Funny Extreme Sports
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Critic Reviews

He even inspired me to run a marathon!
This entertaining story of a reluctant athlete might just inspire you to follow Vassos’s advice and ‘find some trainers and see where they take you’
Vassos shares the highs and lows of running, from his days as a novice to his journey of completing ultra-marathons and triathlons in the same weekend… it's a celebration of running that all runners will relate to…
Celebrate running with sports broadcaster and presenter for BBC Radio 2's The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Vassos Alexander
Don’t Stop Me Now will appeal to everyone, from marathon runners to casual joggers and those just thinking about getting off the couch.
Full of inspiration to kick you into gear
Celebrates the joy and obsession of running
This book is for all of us - whether we're tackling 26.2 miles or 2.6. it's a valuable reminder that there's something great about just putting one foot in front of the other, and running
Whether you're a regular gym bunny, a fan of pounding pavements or just have good intentions, you'll love this
Vassos Alexander’s Don’t Stop Me Now is ideal reading material
Don’t Stop Me Now provides story after compelling story from every level of athletic prowess to reveal the enduring attraction and challenge of completing a 26.2 mile marathon with or without time to spare
Vassos Alexander’s ode to running, offers up a highly entertaining, illuminating and inspiring read
This light-hearted new book by Vassos Alexander, celebrates the highs and lows of running…Good fun!
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Another great book about the simple joy of running. It doesn’t matter if you’re fast or slow, going near or far, this book is a fun read. It has motivated me to get going towards my first marathon, and with more training, my first Ironman.

Motivational for all. Great narration and insight.

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Vassos certainly has perfected the art of the humble brag, whether his colossal appetite, friends circle, family, profession all neatly name dropped concealed in the self deprecating - of course I’m not that good, why would anyone be interested veil, precisely there to platform his ego. I bet his LinkedIn profile is a doozy. 26.2 chapters too long. Avoid.

Perfected the art of the humble brag

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