Book 5-Endure

You have to be a geek to actually enjoy this book. I at times believe I fit in that stereotype, at least on a few subjects. Running has become one of those subjects. So ultimately, this book was interesting, but I did feel like I had to slog through some of it. Not because the writing was bad, but because I realize that high end performance running isn’t really my jam. I am into the pushing the boundaries, exploring the edges and experiencing my own soul, vs can I squeeze off 2 minutes off my marathon times.

Ultimately, I loved how he ended the book in the concept of mind is more of a powerful tool and unknown subject than any VO2 max or stride rate. Somewhat what I have come to understand in the Ultra races I’ve done, on a baseline physical is needed, but really the races are done in your head and can you push through to the other side.

I’m sure I will take some of the tests, and studies and incorporate them into my life, but really I think I was more emboldened to pursue my personal exploration in my body and mind vs trying to get some measured goals. Not a bad conclusion to have in my opinion.