Description
Book SynopsisRUNNING AWARDS 2019 TOP BOOK
The story of Ben Smith, who decided to run 401 marathons in 401 days. People thought he was mad, until they heard his story, then they began to understand. Having endured years of bullying as a child, Ben tried to take his own life.
In adulthood, Ben struggled to feel content with the life that was mapped out for him. But having found his passion in running, Ben sold his possessions, escaped his old life and set off on what seemed like an impossible mission The 401 Challenge.
During his 10,506.2-mile odyssey criss-crossing the UK, Ben ran in 309 different locations, accompanied by more than 13,500 people. He visited 101 schools, burned an estimated 2.4 million calories, wrecked his back and braved every extreme of the British weather, while raising 330,000 for charity, touching the lives of millions.
This is the inspiring journey of a previously lost and broken man who discovered that anything is possible, if only
Trade Review
Takes you through Ben’s 401 marathons from start to finish, with evoking pictures, excerpts and comments from some of Ben’s supporters, runners, friends and family. You won’t be able to put this book down. * Outdoor Fitness, Book of the Month *
Sports Book of the Month. [An] extraordinary tale of how he formulated and then completed an outrageous sporting challenge * Bristol Post *
A heartfelt and personal story of how running can help you redefine yourself. * Outdoor Fitness *
Ben inspires so many people for so many different reasons -- Steve Cram
Table of Contents
Foreword by Steve Cram and Paula Radcliffe Prologue - Nothing Special 1 Broken 2 My Normal 3 A Little Bit Unhinged 4 Rationalising Madness 5 A Beautiful Mind 6 Is That It? 7 The Perfect Partner 8 His Saving Grace 9 A State of Disbelief 10 Problems Staying Straight 11 Falling Apart 12 A Very Wonderful Adventure 13 Shall We Go Home? 14 Give Me a Break 15 Just The Beginning 16 When You Know, You Know 17 A Nice Place To Be
