Run the Mile You're In: Finding God in Every Step
Written by Ryan Hall
Narrated by Ryan Hall and Brandon Barnes
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About this audiobook
Journey with Olympian and American half marathon record holder Ryan Hall as he reflects on the joys and trials of running and, along the way, shows you how he found God in every step.
Ryan Hall is an Olympic athlete and American record holder in the half marathon, but as a kid, Ryan hated running. He wanted nothing to do with the sport until one day, he felt compelled to run the fifteen miles around his neighborhood lake. He was hooked.
From that day forward, Ryan felt a God-given purpose in running. He knew he could, and would, race with the best runners in the world and that his talent was a gift to serve others. These two truths launched Ryan's twenty-year athletic career and guided him through epic failures and exceptional breakthroughs to competing at the highest level.
Now a coach, speaker, and nonprofit partner, Ryan shares the powerful faith behind his athletic achievements and the lessons he learned that helped him push past his limits, make space for relationships that enrich his life on and off the running trails, and cultivate a positive mindset.
As you learn more about Ryan and his incredible path, you'll gain the tools you need to:
- Focus on your purpose and say no to distractions
- Select and strive for the right goals--goals for the heart and the body
- Deal with defeat and disappointment
- Endure immense pain and build resilience
- Run like you've already won
Ryan's story is one of encouragement and inspiration for readers of any age and level of running ability--or none at all. It's a story that shows that you, too, can change your outlook, see God's hand in your life, and run the race that really matters.
Praise for Run the Mile You’re In:
"Run the Mile You're In is not about winning races and setting running records. It's about always moving forward. Moving outward is an act of courage. The reward is living the lifestyle and embracing the dream."
--Bart Yasso, newly retired chief running officer, Runner's World
"Ryan's journey on and off the course is touching and a meaningful way to live by helping others. This is an uplifting book of joy and finding your sense of purpose."
--Meb Keflezighi, Olympic silver medalist; Boston Marathon and NYC Marathon champion
Ryan Hall
Ryan Hall is the American Record holder for the half marathon (59:43) and has the fastest marathon time ever run by an American, with a PR of 2:04:58. He represented the United States of America at the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games in the marathon. Ryan grew up in Big Bear Lake in southern California, attended Stanford University, and is currently retired from professional running. Ryan is a coach and speaker and lives in Flagstaff, AZ with his wife Sara and their four adopted daughters from Ethiopia.
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Readers find this title to be a highly recommended and inspiring book. It is filled with amazing life lessons and practical advice from a faith-based perspective. The transparency about the author's faith and the story of adoption are heartwarming. The book is described as an amazing testimony about Jesus and has the potential to deepen readers' relationship with Him. Overall, it is a must-read for anyone, not just for runners.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5So inspiring and a must read!! This book is such an amazing testimony about who Jesus is. To read about the relationship that Ryan has with Jesus, made me want to dive deeper in my relationship with him. Heart changing
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5By far the best thing I’ve listened to in a very long time.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Encouraging book with practical advice from a faith-based perspective. As a runner I could relate to Ryan's stories about training and setting athletic goals. I really enjoyed his transparency about how his faith guides his life. The story his and Sara's adoption made me tear up. Highly recommend
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Amazing book. Highly recommend to anyone, not just for runners!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Such a good book! I recommend it to any runner but also just a great all around book with so many amazing life lessons.