I first became aware of Robin Arzon when I listened to her being interviewed on the Rich Roll podcast - and I instantly felt inspired by her positivity and attitude to life and running. Originally a corporate lawyer, Robin has now created a completely new life for herself as an Ultra marathon runner (even with Type I Diabetes), Peleton cycle instructor and a fitness ambassador - among other things. As soon as I heard she was releasing this book I got Dymocks to order it in for me. It's an interesting book, part inspirational messages and stories, part autobiography, and full of colourful pictures of running through NYC. It celebrates Robin's mottoes of "Shut Up & Run" and "Sweat with Swagger" perfectly. It also includes training schedules, tips and advice (for beginner runners up to people contemplating ultra marathons). I might not have appreciated the book so much if I hadn't heard Robin's interviews first, but because I had heard her conversations with Rich Roll I could just hear her infectious laughter and attitude coming off the page as I devoured the book. Enjoyed it thoroughly.
I really do recommend you listen to some of the conversations with Robin, she's a really unique woman, full of character!
Rich Roll Podcast #230 - Robin Arzon - Shut Up & Run
Rich Roll Podcast #137 - Robin Arzon - Do Epic Sh*t!
Rich Roll Podcast #99 - Robin Arzon - How to Undo Ordinary
Started reading: 29/06/2016
Finished: 09/07/2016
My score: 9/10 if you like running :-)
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