"The Healing Power of Running is a book of realistic and actual events that can occur in anyone's life at any given point. It explains ways that running has helped others strive and be successful in healing, whether it is physically or mentally. I found myself laughing, crying and thinking, "Hmm. I need to do this!" It's empow¬ering and makes you want to RUN like there is no tomorrow. The best part is it makes you want to create a bond with strangers, who become family. Read the book, and you, too, will want to heal by running." -- Kim Turner, Aircraft mechanic III-gen-mods "Jennifer Bonn writes an extremely helpful, energetic and therapeutic book on the challenges and rewards of running. The stories and examples, shared by the runners - with perfect notes about their journeys - will help both beginners and seasoned runners; Bonn's own running experiences alone are worth the read.
She finds easy ways to explain how running can become addictive and life-changing. I'll become a healthier person, and possibly a better runner, just by reading it. The tips, guidance and instructions are what most of us could use in life, and it can be applied anywhere." -- Hal Cottingham, Director of operations, Global Technology Services "The Healing Power of Running is a very educational and enjoyable read. Through the anecdotes of friends and experts, Bonn threads the power of running throughout the text. Her love of running is palpable, making me want to pick up running myself. This is an inspirational book that will motivate any reader to be the best version of him/herself and informs beginners the things they need to jumpstart running in a safe manner. Anyone who runs, or wants to start, will find something to enjoy about this book.
" -- Lucy Kirby, Librarian "Does life exhaust you? Has your body let you down, one way or another, including life-threatening conditions like MS or cancer? Are you addicted to food or nasty drugs or maybe miserable and full of anxiety? This little book by Jennifer Bonn will inspire you to climb out of your hole by running. For most of my life, I have found running to be a positive addiction, and it has benefited me in many of the ways Jen describes. If you want to transform your life, you can't do too much better than allow The Healing Power of Running to inspire you." -- Bob Rich, PhD, author of From Depression to Contentment.