Against The Odds: Just One Step. A True Beginners Guide to Embracing a Runner’s Lifestyle

Against The Odds: Just One Step

A True Beginners Guide to Embracing a Runner’s Lifestyle

Discover the life-changing benefits of running—one step at a time.

Have you longed for a version of yourself that actually enjoys running? You see others do it and you consider it to be such a daunting task, you have no idea where to start. This book was written by an individual who laughed at the idea he could ever run more than one mile at once, and had no idea how to battle his terminal illness that is binge eating and morbid obesity. Running saved the writer of this e-book from an early death, and catapulted his life from being subject to illnesses and metabolic diseases that accompany morbid obesity, to someone who runs more than 50 miles per week, has lost 170 lbs., a Navy Veteran, and marathon runner. Whether you're lacing up your sneakers for the first time or returning after years away, Against The Odds: Just One Step is your ultimate beginner's guide to running smarter, stronger, more consistently, and defeating the greatest adversary holding you back from reaching your potential, yourself. This concise, motivating, and practical guide strips away the fluff and focuses on what truly matters: helping you start and stay on track.

You'll learn how to set realistic goals, avoid injuries, choose the right gear (especially the perfect running shoes for your feet), and fuel your body with the right nutrition and hydration strategies. More importantly, you'll discover the mental and emotional transformation that running can ignite—from building confidence and discipline to silencing self-doubt.

Inside, you’ll find:

• A simple yet effective 6-week beginner running plan
• Tips for improving running form and preventing common injuries
• Mental strategies for staying motivated, even on tough days
• Cardiovascular and recovery science, explained in a way you’ll actually understand
• Real talk about the emotional and psychological power of running

Written with clarity, inspiration, and a touch of tough love, this book doesn’t promise shortcuts—it gives you the tools to unlock the version of yourself you've been waiting to meet.

No gym memberships. No complicated lingo. Just your feet, the road, and a plan.
Start today—and in a few short months, you won’t recognize the person staring back in the mirror.