--- product_id: 1607697 title: "Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness" price: "130.15 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1607697-eat-and-run-my-unlikely-journey-to-ultramarathon-greatness store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness **Price:** 130.15 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness - **How much does it cost?** 130.15 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1607697-eat-and-run-my-unlikely-journey-to-ultramarathon-greatness) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description “In pursuing the mental side of endurance, Jurek uncovers the most important secrets any runner can learn.”—Amby Burfoot, author of The Runner’s Guide to the Meaning of Life For nearly two decades, Scott Jurek has been a dominant force—and darling—in the grueling and growing sport of ultrarunning. Until recently he held the American 24-hour record and he was one of the elite runners profiled in the runaway bestseller Born to Run . In Eat and Run , Jurek opens up about his life and career as a champion athlete with a plant-based diet and inspires runners at every level. From his Midwestern childhood hunting, fishing, and cooking for his meat-and-potatoes family to his slow transition to ultrarunning and veganism, Scott’s story shows the power of an iron will and blows apart the stereotypes of what athletes should eat to fuel optimal performance. Full of stories of competition as well as science and practical advice—including his own recipes— Eat and Run will motivate readers and expand their food horizons. “Jurek’s story and ideas should easily manage to speak to and cheer on anyone seeking to live life as fully as possible.”— Denver Post “A shockingly honest, revealing, and inspiring memoir.”— Trail Runner Review: Idiosyncratic, inspirational story - Even if you don't care about ultrarunning or know anything about the sport, Eat & Run can be an entertaining and thought-provoking read. It's more than just a story about a man who has been one of the most dominant ultrarunners in the world for the last decade, it's about a man who seeks to transform himself through dedication to his sport, a conscientious way of living (especially through diet) and searching always for greater insight into himself. Jurek began making a name for himself in the ultrarunning scene in the late 90s, when he first began winning big ultrarunning events. He was featured in Christopher McDougall's bestseller, Born to Run, as he was one of the gringo runners who went up against the now-famous Tarahumara Indian runners in their native land. The book is entertaining as it details all the tribulations individuals go through who engage in extreme sports, who push themselves beyond limits most of us can't cross -- and do it time and again as a way of life. The book, though, is also compelling as biography, and Jurek comes across as an unpretentious guy who comes from simple, working-class roots who had to deal with many challenges early in life (an overbearing father, relative poverty, a mother who was sick from MS) and because of those challenges, became a fierce competitor with a drive that is admirable to say the least. The format is a bit quirky, with chapters about running mixed with recollections about youthful experiences and then random vegan recipes sprinkled throughout. There's also a lot of reflection/introspection, as Jurek melds existentialism with the runner's and vegan's way of life (without being preachy). The fact that Jurek is vegan is initially amazing for what he puts his body through, but it makes sense once you understand that Jurek's whole approach to living is about simplicity and purity. The book was a great read and inspired me to re-think some of my own limitations. I think it could do the same for you. Review: A very well written, educational, and interesting read - Biography. I liked this book more than I liked other sports biography books. I felt that this book was very well-written, well referenced, educational, and told some interesting stories about the field and history of ultramarathons. In particular, I felt the book did a really nice job of consistently presenting the author's inner thoughts, goals, feelings, and life story without coming across as being too egotistical, or too self-centered. This made the book much more accessible and enjoyable to read (at least for me). The detailed index with hyperlinks was a very nice touch in the Kindle e-book. There were separate indexes for the recipes and for the general index. The only letdown in the book for me – And I admit it is a minor one – is that given the depth of thoughtfulness in the book, I found the ending to be a bit abrupt. One minute the author finishes a big race, and three paragraphs later the book is over. I was expecting a longer section or closing chapter with a summary of the author's retrospective thoughts on his life and career, what major lessons he learned, what (if anything) he might do differently if he had it to do over again, and what recommendations from his fairly unique life perspective that he might make to the general population of readers. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys good biographies. I think the authors did a really nice job. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #65,450 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #24 in Rugby (Books) #32 in Running & Jogging (Books) #133 in Other Diet Books | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 7,398 Reviews | ## Images ![Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XJTD4o1gL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Idiosyncratic, inspirational story *by M***D on June 23, 2012* Even if you don't care about ultrarunning or know anything about the sport, Eat & Run can be an entertaining and thought-provoking read. It's more than just a story about a man who has been one of the most dominant ultrarunners in the world for the last decade, it's about a man who seeks to transform himself through dedication to his sport, a conscientious way of living (especially through diet) and searching always for greater insight into himself. Jurek began making a name for himself in the ultrarunning scene in the late 90s, when he first began winning big ultrarunning events. He was featured in Christopher McDougall's bestseller, Born to Run, as he was one of the gringo runners who went up against the now-famous Tarahumara Indian runners in their native land. The book is entertaining as it details all the tribulations individuals go through who engage in extreme sports, who push themselves beyond limits most of us can't cross -- and do it time and again as a way of life. The book, though, is also compelling as biography, and Jurek comes across as an unpretentious guy who comes from simple, working-class roots who had to deal with many challenges early in life (an overbearing father, relative poverty, a mother who was sick from MS) and because of those challenges, became a fierce competitor with a drive that is admirable to say the least. The format is a bit quirky, with chapters about running mixed with recollections about youthful experiences and then random vegan recipes sprinkled throughout. There's also a lot of reflection/introspection, as Jurek melds existentialism with the runner's and vegan's way of life (without being preachy). The fact that Jurek is vegan is initially amazing for what he puts his body through, but it makes sense once you understand that Jurek's whole approach to living is about simplicity and purity. The book was a great read and inspired me to re-think some of my own limitations. I think it could do the same for you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very well written, educational, and interesting read *by A***R on January 25, 2014* Biography. I liked this book more than I liked other sports biography books. I felt that this book was very well-written, well referenced, educational, and told some interesting stories about the field and history of ultramarathons. In particular, I felt the book did a really nice job of consistently presenting the author's inner thoughts, goals, feelings, and life story without coming across as being too egotistical, or too self-centered. This made the book much more accessible and enjoyable to read (at least for me). The detailed index with hyperlinks was a very nice touch in the Kindle e-book. There were separate indexes for the recipes and for the general index. The only letdown in the book for me – And I admit it is a minor one – is that given the depth of thoughtfulness in the book, I found the ending to be a bit abrupt. One minute the author finishes a big race, and three paragraphs later the book is over. I was expecting a longer section or closing chapter with a summary of the author's retrospective thoughts on his life and career, what major lessons he learned, what (if anything) he might do differently if he had it to do over again, and what recommendations from his fairly unique life perspective that he might make to the general population of readers. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys good biographies. I think the authors did a really nice job. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WoW, I just Love this book! *by K***D on January 3, 2013* This is currently $3.99 for the kindle version. I don't know if it's always that price, but if not, then get it while it is! I thought this would be a book I'd want to read (I don't think I've read a sports biography type book before), and when I saw it at $3.99, I was bored, so got it and started reading. I couldn't put it down... I got to bed later last night than I wanted.. I recently rekindled an interest in endurance sports after doing practically nothing for the last 15 years. From his dates in the book, I think Scott Jurek is either my age or one year older. I sure wish I was reading this book 15 years ago, I wonder if it would have inspired me to keep doing what I was doing then (and restarting now). I connect with his sarcastic yet intellectual story telling; oddly, I would compare (slightly) his writing style to that seen by Salinger in The Catcher in the Rye ; some may disagree, but I thought this right from the start and maybe that's why I enjoy the writing as well as I do (this is just my thing). Some of the characters in the book just have fantastic stories; I'm sure some are true, some less so (i.e. some of the 'rumors' on Dusty as a kid), but all are fascinating. The other really nice part of this book are the running and vegan cooking tips. Both are just great. The running tips connect to something I'm studying right now anyway (reading Chi Marathon ) and I really think I'm going to at least cook up this vegan chili he writes about. Regarding the vegan recipes. It should be obvious from the title, but it didn't really hit me until a few chapters in. A major theme in this book seems to be one of connecting a vegan diet with improving one's endurance potential. I would leave that to each individual reader's opinion, but for me it is motivating me to (again) go back to something I was doing 15 years ago. Well, I'm still only partly through the book, it's raining and 40 degrees outside. Something tells me that if I were Scott Jurek I'd be out there running, but I really want to see what else happens in this book! ## Frequently Bought Together - Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness - Born to Run: The Hidden Tribe, the Ultra-Runners, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen - Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1607697-eat-and-run-my-unlikely-journey-to-ultramarathon-greatness](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1607697-eat-and-run-my-unlikely-journey-to-ultramarathon-greatness) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*