You can become a runner. It doesn't have to be done for medals, fame, or glory. You can simply start running for the health of it. Chad has been told that he doesn't look like a runner. Perhaps you have experienced the same thing. The fact is, anyone can be a runner. Running is a personal experience and is different for everyone. Although personal, running provides certain benefits that everyone can experience through a regular running routine. In the first part of the book, Chad shares some of his life story and how running turned it in a positive direction. He went from drinking, smoking and ultra lazy to healthy ultra runner. In the second part of the book, Chad has numerous friends that share part of why they run, and what it does for them. Regardless of whether you are a runner, interested in becoming a runner, or interested in how lives can change for the better, you will enjoy reading about different people and their journey into running.