Running Stress

There's no other book like this. Longtime running writer Scott Douglas marshals expert advice (including his own, cultivated from more than 100,000 miles of personal experience), and a growing body of scientific research to show how running can make us happier. How? Everyone knows that running builds stronger muscles and a healthier heart; science now shows it also helps develop a healthier brain. For those struggling with depression and anxiety, a consistent running routine can enhance the mental-health benefits of talk therapy, antidepressants, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Ultramarathons are races that go beyond the lengths of a common marathon. They can go for several hours or even days. If you are a newbie in this sport, you have the right audiobook in your hands. We will guide you to the dos and don’ts of ultra-running, give valuable tips, and offer encouragement so you can get started in this fascinating sport.

You know the feeling. Staring at the ceiling, scrolling on your phone, telling yourself "just five more minutes." The laundry pile is a monument to your inertia, and your big goals feel like they belong to someone else. You're waiting for a lightning bolt of motivation that never comes, leaving you stuck, exhausted, and running on fumes. What if you're not broken? What if you're just trying to run on the wrong kind of fuel? The Unfinished Engine isn't another high-octane "hustle harder" guide. It’s a compassionate and refreshingly honest look at why we get stuck and how to find our way back.