In My Shoes: An Unlikely Runner's Guide to Running... and Life

This is a great read for new runners, seasoned runners or professional runners! You get to read about an average guy who has found running to be his true passion and learn why he did! If you are looking for a book to help you on introducing you to a classic but favorite workout plan this is a great book for you! Josh Wackler does an excellent job of keeping things simple, talking you through injury and helping you overcome mental hurdles that he has experienced. No matter what diet you are on be it Keto, Paleo, Mediterranean, South Beach, Atkins, Low Fat, Weight Watchers or countless of others you need a good workout plan to go with it so grab your Nike, Reebok, Adidas, New Balance, Under Armour, or Brooks running shoes and go for a jog or run! Happy Trails!

This book takes a different perspective of running. It’s not your technical book about running but more the life changing aspect of running. What gets you into the world of running, why do you keep running, and what are the life lessons to be learned from running. This book will definitely impact your life in a positive way, with a few tears to be shed. Amazing and highly recommend! Even if you are not a runner, I recommend this book just for a different perspective on life that makes you think!!

Great Read; for runners, for everyone! This book covers the finer points of being a good human with humor and vivid story telling. Josh Wackler writes like he's talking to a friend, so when he points out the less than exceptional traits humans share it's easy to put yourself in his shoes and grow from his wisdom. I recommend this for anyone training to run long distances or just looking to overcome life's obstacles, there is something for everyone.

This is an excellent book about running, focusing on the mindset and life impacts of the sport. I wish I had this book when I was training for my first marathon in 2014. The author has many heartfelt stories from his years and many races, and he covers not just the highs of running, but what can go wrong and how to recover. A great book about running and life. Evan

I happened upon this book and found myself loving it. Confession: I'm not a big reader or runner (although I run a little to keep in shape). But I loved Wackler’s simplistic, “just tell it like it is” approach to life … and writing. He doesn’t claim to be some hoity toity author; in fact, he goes out of his way to say he’s not a writer at all. His only claim: that he’s an imperfect guy who’s learned a lot over the years about becoming a better human being, and how running has positively contributed to his ongoing pursuit. Whether you run or not, I highly recommend this book. It’s a quick read that will give you valuable, personal insights into how you live your life.

Although I am not much of a runner, I have recently signed up for a 5k. Interestingly this book became available about that time. It does teach you about running. However we should probably use the title of 'an unlikely runner's guide to life... and running'. The life lessons are spot on. Some make you smile and some bring a tear to your eye. I will write another review on the running aspect later but the rest is sincere and heart felt. It can be used for anyone regardless of your interest in running. Great work Josh. Mark A.

This book is not only a great inspirational read, but the book flows really well from one chapter to the next. If you're wanting to get into running, are already an experienced runner, or just looking for a great read then I highly recommend this book. It's full of personal anecdotes, life lessons, and reflective material that anyone from any walk of life can appreciate. Josh brings you into his life and his story and tells his tale in an interesting way that hits home in a lot of ways, while at the same time has plenty of comical relief.

Josh Wackler is an amazing story teller. This is a very inspiring novel about life. A must read for anyone.

As a longtime runner, nothing in this book surprised me. Yet I keep finding myself picking it up and flipping to through to remind myself of the authors advice, stories and insights. If I had any facility with technology, I would immediately program his recommended playlist directly into my ears. Lots of good stuff packed into a quick read.

I ordered this book because I knew the author and I myself am a runner. But let me preface that I do not like reading! Once I opened this book I read it from front to back! On Sunday I had just run another half marathon and had a PR (slow for some, fast for others)! This book helped me understand why I run!

This is a great read for new runners, seasoned runners or professional runners! You get to read about an average guy who has found running to be his true passion and learn why he did! If you are looking for a book to help you on introducing you to a classic but favorite workout plan this is a great book for you! Josh Wackler does an excellent job of keeping things simple, talking you through injury and helping you overcome mental hurdles that he has experienced. No matter what diet you are on be it Keto, Paleo, Mediterranean, South Beach, Atkins, Low Fat, Weight Watchers or countless of others you need a good workout plan to go with it so grab your Nike, Reebok, Adidas, New Balance, Under Armour, or Brooks running shoes and go for a jog or run! Happy Trails!

This book takes a different perspective of running. It’s not your technical book about running but more the life changing aspect of running. What gets you into the world of running, why do you keep running, and what are the life lessons to be learned from running. This book will definitely impact your life in a positive way, with a few tears to be shed. Amazing and highly recommend! Even if you are not a runner, I recommend this book just for a different perspective on life that makes you think!!

Great Read; for runners, for everyone! This book covers the finer points of being a good human with humor and vivid story telling. Josh Wackler writes like he's talking to a friend, so when he points out the less than exceptional traits humans share it's easy to put yourself in his shoes and grow from his wisdom. I recommend this for anyone training to run long distances or just looking to overcome life's obstacles, there is something for everyone.

This is an excellent book about running, focusing on the mindset and life impacts of the sport. I wish I had this book when I was training for my first marathon in 2014. The author has many heartfelt stories from his years and many races, and he covers not just the highs of running, but what can go wrong and how to recover. A great book about running and life. Evan

I happened upon this book and found myself loving it. Confession: I'm not a big reader or runner (although I run a little to keep in shape). But I loved Wackler’s simplistic, “just tell it like it is” approach to life … and writing. He doesn’t claim to be some hoity toity author; in fact, he goes out of his way to say he’s not a writer at all. His only claim: that he’s an imperfect guy who’s learned a lot over the years about becoming a better human being, and how running has positively contributed to his ongoing pursuit. Whether you run or not, I highly recommend this book. It’s a quick read that will give you valuable, personal insights into how you live your life.

Although I am not much of a runner, I have recently signed up for a 5k. Interestingly this book became available about that time. It does teach you about running. However we should probably use the title of 'an unlikely runner's guide to life... and running'. The life lessons are spot on. Some make you smile and some bring a tear to your eye. I will write another review on the running aspect later but the rest is sincere and heart felt. It can be used for anyone regardless of your interest in running. Great work Josh. Mark A.

This book is not only a great inspirational read, but the book flows really well from one chapter to the next. If you're wanting to get into running, are already an experienced runner, or just looking for a great read then I highly recommend this book. It's full of personal anecdotes, life lessons, and reflective material that anyone from any walk of life can appreciate. Josh brings you into his life and his story and tells his tale in an interesting way that hits home in a lot of ways, while at the same time has plenty of comical relief.

Josh Wackler is an amazing story teller. This is a very inspiring novel about life. A must read for anyone.

As a longtime runner, nothing in this book surprised me. Yet I keep finding myself picking it up and flipping to through to remind myself of the authors advice, stories and insights. If I had any facility with technology, I would immediately program his recommended playlist directly into my ears. Lots of good stuff packed into a quick read.

I ordered this book because I knew the author and I myself am a runner. But let me preface that I do not like reading! Once I opened this book I read it from front to back! On Sunday I had just run another half marathon and had a PR (slow for some, fast for others)! This book helped me understand why I run!

Arrived perfectly on time, in perfect condition! Package great and the book is new just as I ordered it. "IN MY SHOES" At the moment I can't write a review about the story, but I will after I read it.

A refreshing read from someone who shares their personal experience with running. From the highs and lows to the emotional and funny, Josh has a way of encouraging you to get off the couch and have some fun. Well done.

I am not a runner. I actually hate running, but do like to lift weights. That being said...this book makes me want to run. I appreciate his no- nonsense way of explaining how running has affected his life for the better. Very interesting stories throughout. Would recommend for sure.

Im not a runner, but after reading this book I may pick it up. Very easy read, insightful. I ended up reading this in two settings - couldn't put it down.

If you run or don’t run, In My Shoes is a great book that reminds you to enjoy the journey.

The people he met and those who inspired his incredible journey!

Great read for runners of any level. Inspiring from start to finish.

Very interesting. Great read overall.

Amazing writer!!

Fantastic book!

As someone who was at one time....sort of....a runner and not one who easily fit the mold, Josh's relation to becoming a runner and the actual physical aspect of it all was something to which I could easily relate. The pleasant surprise of the book was its appeal as an example of someone who, through running, took an introspective look into personal growth. Really tying the two together in a collection of stories that anyone could relate to and see in their own lives. They were entertaining as well as insightful. I highly recommend you give this book a try.

Incredible read! Easy, entertaining & informative. This will book will make you chuckle, might cause a few tears and will most def inspire you. It reminds us all that anyone is capable of anything, including but not limited to running. I’ve read this book multiple times and still looking forward to reading it again.

“In my shoes” is one of the best books I have read. It is filled with inspirational messages that remind you of how much you have to be grateful for, while also giving you a good laugh with it. You don’t have to be a runner to enjoy this phenomenal book!

I finished this book about a week ago and have been surprised that the message of perspective and being grateful has stuck with me. This book is more than a running book, but a book about life and how to enjoy it, view it through the right lens, and be positive and have a gracious outlook. Whether you are a runner or not, I would highly recommend picking this up and reading it. It's a quick read and each chapter has a nice message you will appreciate.

Great first release by a young up and comer!! Stimulating read, difficult to put down! Will definitely keep tabs on this young author!!

This is a great book on inspiration and life lessons. Even though I’m not a runner, I do exercise and this book gave me inspiration in how I look at exercising. Josh does a great job sharing his stories and keeping you invested. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who needs a little inspiration to get started!

This is a great book. As a marathoner myself, I can totally relate to the stories, the "journeys" and all the lessons learned along the way. It's pretty quick to get through, I read the whole thing in one sitting. Highly recommend, both for runners and for anyone thinking about becoming a runner.