Divorced and struggling with deep-seated mental health issues, Bella Mackie reached the end of her 20s in tears. She could barely find the strength to get off the couch, let alone put her life back together. Until one day, she did something she never expected—put on her running shoes and went for a run.

The first attempt didn't last very long. But to Bella's surprise, the next day she was running again. And the day after that, too. She started setting achievable goals—running a 5k in under 30 minutes, walking to work all week, doing 10 push-ups in a row. Before she knew it, her spirits were up for the first time in years.

In this heartfelt book, Bella uses a brilliant sense of humor to describe how she used running to combat anxiety and depression without sacrificing her core passions: wine, cigarettes, and ice cream. This funny, touching, and motivating story will inspire you to say, 'Just run,' and redirect your life—no matter how small your first steps may seem.

A heartwarming and important book that explores running as a simple yet effective antidote to our anxious world. — Jo Lycett