The Terrible and Wonderful Reasons Why I Run Long Distances

author: Matthew Inman

name: Wayne

average rating: 4.38

book published: 2014

rating: 4

read at: 2014/10/06

date added: 2014/10/06

shelves: graphic-novels

review:

'The Terrible and Wonderful Reasons Why I Run Long Distances' by Matthew Inman of The Oatmeal is a funny and heartfelt collection of humor about why he runs long distance.



He began running for a number of reasons and receives a series of benefits from it. He talks about the challenges of eating the wrong things, and why running outside is better than other exercise. He tells why he doesn't run at 5 AM. Stomach crunches, treadmills and tanning beds are out, while running up mountains being chased by killer bees is in. Included with the physical book are some Blerch stickers. The Blerch is what tells runners to slow down or quit.



All in all, it's a good argument and encouragement for those who are thinking about running. It doesn't make light of the pain and side effects of long distance running, but argues for why they are beneficial. It's filled with The Oatmeal's trademark humor, and I found myself laughing and reading it aloud.



I received a review copy of this ebook by Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this hilarious and heartwarming ebook.





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