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A review by kris_mccracken
Running Is My Therapy: Relieve Stress and Anxiety, Fight Depression, Ditch Bad Habits, and Live Happier by Scott Douglas
4.0
"Running Is My Therapy" by Scott Douglas is a compelling exploration of the relationship between running and mental health. At its core, the book investigates how running can be a powerful tool for managing depression and anxiety. Douglas draws on both scientific research and personal experience, offering a fine melding of data and anecdotes that makes the narrative both informative and deeply relatable. What sets this book apart is its focus on the integration of body and mind. Douglas doesn't just tell us that running is good for us—he shows us, through a combination of neuroscience, psychology, and personal stories, how running helps us feel better, both physically and mentally.
Douglas takes us beyond the surface level of "running is good for you" and dives deep into the ways in which running can help us reconnect with our bodies and minds. In doing so, he makes a compelling case for why more people should consider running. He strikes a balance between scientific explanation and personal narrative, which makes the book both educational and enjoyable to read. There are moments of humour and lightness that keep the tone from becoming too heavy, even when discussing serious topics like depression and anxiety.
As a keen runner myself, I found "Running Is My Therapy" to be a deeply resonant and thought-provoking read. Douglas's insights into the mental health benefits of running echoed my own experiences and gave me a new appreciation for the sport. I was particularly struck by his exploration of the idea that running is not just about physical fitness but also about self-efficacy and inclusion.
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Douglas takes us beyond the surface level of "running is good for you" and dives deep into the ways in which running can help us reconnect with our bodies and minds. In doing so, he makes a compelling case for why more people should consider running. He strikes a balance between scientific explanation and personal narrative, which makes the book both educational and enjoyable to read. There are moments of humour and lightness that keep the tone from becoming too heavy, even when discussing serious topics like depression and anxiety.
As a keen runner myself, I found "Running Is My Therapy" to be a deeply resonant and thought-provoking read. Douglas's insights into the mental health benefits of running echoed my own experiences and gave me a new appreciation for the sport. I was particularly struck by his exploration of the idea that running is not just about physical fitness but also about self-efficacy and inclusion.
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