Running Man: A Memoir Hardcover – September 13, 2016

I ordered this book because I like true running stories and I've read quite a few! Well, I could NOT put this book down!! It's such an amazing account of Charlie Engle's life (the author of the book)...that you just want to keep turning the pages to find out what happens next!! I was up reading til 2 am the first night that I received the book and I finished it in 2 days which is unusual for me! I was impressed that he was very open and actually shared the many struggles when he was young to the relapses that addicts go through. And I think he's so right that the real "key" is to fill that time with something else. Something meaningful." And his "something meaningful" was definitely running! And the runs he chose weren't simple everyday runs!! I've never run an ultra marathon - I've never even run a half-marathon! But the perils he subjected himself to, and those "crazy" enough to run with him were just incredible!! And he NEVER GAVE UP!! I've already bought 2 more copies and sent to a friend who loves running and my oldest son (who's a drug addict and I hope he finds the inspiration that the book radiates! It has something for everyone - even if you've never run and never plan to!! TWO THUMBS UP!!

Such a great book that I bought it twice! Charlie is an excellent story teller. He can bring you through low moments and highs and make you feel that you are with him and part of his team cheering him on. His stories make you feel like his friend as he battles and overcomes difficult lows and achieves excellence. The ultra marathons he takes on, even some he does on his own, are a true testament to will power of the human spirit and also his God given talent. The book is great for ultra marathon runners as well as for non-runners - a story of overcoming the odds and becoming better for it. A very inspirational story by a very inspirational man.I also love how he was able to take you to his lows, but not keep you there. Some books can become too heavy and hard to more forward. This book does not do that. He brings you to his hardest chapters of his life but shields you from getting stuck. The way he tells the story you feel like you are with him. I have been very lucky to not have an addiction, but I feel that this book could be very inspirational to those fighting those demons. Charlie is a very gifted man and I look forward to a part 2 as I'm sure he has a lot of wonderful adventures in his future.

Get a copy of Running Man for the high school or college graduate in your life . Then get a copy for yourself.Charlie Ingels tells a story that is worthy of many rock n rock memoirs, except long distance running takes the place of the artistic discipline of practicing, performing , and recording.There are many fine moments in this book and I won't give a Spark Note version of spoilers to you.Get the book and get inspired !

Running Man is a deliciously raw, unfiltered, and humorous account of a man who has learned to run from nothing. I urge you to buy this book and take to heart its lessons of perseverance, maturing humility, and undying - and unexpected - love. Charlie's writing style is a true joy, a colorful and authentic tapestry of some of the craziest, yet inspiring, stories I've ever read. I'm biased - his unexpected appearance into my life has made me a better person. I suspect at the end of your journey with him through this book you will feel the same.

Running Man is about so much more than just running. Right from the start of the book, Charlie brought me right into the story and I felt like I was right there with him. Being someone who has been faced with addiction at different times in my life, this book helped me see that tendency in a totally different light. I had the honor and pleasure to interview Charlie on my podcast and one thing stood out in a big way. He said that the addict in us is all the best parts of us... it's the part that let's us be a great father, a great husband... he also said something like... I'm still an addict just not a using addict. It's these slight distinctions that helped me see Charlie as someone who really had a lot to share about his journey in life and no matter what he faced in life, he approached it with an "ultramarathon mindset".Fantastic book and a must read. Truly an Inspiration!

This book dives deep into the history, mindset and tenacity of Charlie Engle. I found myself pushing my reading pace to find out how he resolves the many challenges in his path, from addiction to family to sport. Charlie lays it out there in great detail. I think this book will appeal to those who "enjoy the suck" or know how addiction can influence a person's life and behavior. The story ends well and isn't over yet, but what a wild run so far. Well done!

I loved this book, and I especially love books of this genre. If you really enjoyed it I highly recommend Rich Roll's, "Ultraman", and Rebecca Rusch's "Rusch to Glory". The book is captivating at all parts and never harps for too long on one section of his life. Very well organized throughout

What an outstanding book telling the story of an incredible man! I had high expectations for this book as I have followed Charlie's saga for a few years. It did not disappoint. Thank you, Charlie, for giving us an inspirational and entertaining history of what it was like, what happened, and what you are like today. This book was a great help to me personally.

Bought as a present for a relation who loves running. He loved it.

A great read. I have taken up his book recommendations. The man is very jammy but his story is inspiring.

Inspiring and challenging to each individuals core, a book anyone can be inspired by whether they are a park run 5k plodder or an Ultra runner, simply brilliant

Really enjoyed this read; honest, brutal and inspiring. You don't always like Charlie,but you're not meant to. The real winners; running, companionship, stubbornness and adventure.

Good book. And arrived early