26.2 Things to Do Instead of Running a Marathon
Do you know someone whose life is dominated by training blocks and energy gels? Are you fed up of hearing about blisters in too much disgusting detail? Or have you yourself succumbed to running fever and are willing race day to be over - or quietly hoping that it never comes?
Fear not! Whether you're a long-suffering marathon runner or an equally long-suffering supporter, this book will get you back on track. Packed to the brim with fun things to do, such as painting a watercolour masterpiece and baking the perfect cookie, this is a must-have guide for anyone looking for hobbies which are kind to their calendars, bank accounts* and shins.
*It's certainly cheaper than a Theragun. Or a knee replacement.
Jennifer McCartney is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen books translated into 25+ languages. She has written about utopias, time machines, and train travel for outlets like BBC Radio 4, The Atlantic, Architectural Digest, Vice Magazine, Teen Vogue, and CBC.
Originally from Hamilton, Ontario, she has lived in four countries and held 27 jobs including at a ski resort, an amusement park, and on an island in the Great Lakes. She has degrees from the University of Guelph and the University of Glasgow. She currently lives in Brooklyn, New York.