Grateful Running

by Grayson Kimball

The 26.2 miles that comprise every marathon course is the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. While runners spend countless hours training their bodies for the rigors of the marathon, they often unintentionally neglect the psychological aspect of their training. Conditioning the mind to think for success can ultimately decide a runner's fate on marathon day. Grateful Running provides unique and proven mental toughness training strategies designed to help runners realize their potential, overcome perceived limitations, handle adversity, and embrace the challenge of the marathon. Through the evocative and pertinent lyrics of the Grateful Dead, runners will learn how to let their minds take them further.

188 pages, Paperback

First published July 9, 2011

Reviews

[Sara Tucker · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book for Professor Kimball's sports psych class at Northeastern and was pleasantly surprised. I'm not a runner, but this book made me feel like I had the ability to go out and run, and also the mental strength to pull it off.

I found the mantras included really helpful, as well as the imagery script for running the Boston Marathon.

If I ever get motivated enough to pick up running regularly, I'll definitely refer to Kimball's text as a guide.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid advice rooted in sports psychology for developing mental toughness during marathon training and racing. The Grateful Dead trope didn't do it for me but I appreciate Dr. Kimball's passion for the band and the role it's played in his running. Good tactics for soothing a nervous mind.