From Nike Running's Global Head Coach Chris Bennett comes a bold, welcoming book for runners, non-runners, and everyone in between. Rooted in the coaching philosophy that has helped millions take their first steps forward, it's about finding the courage to cross the starting lines in your life.

This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running. is a deeply motivating, funny, and unexpectedly moving book about what happens when we dare to step up to the starting lines in our lives. Drawing on the philosophy that has inspired millions around the world, Coach Bennett reframes running not as a test of speed, distance, or competitionbut as a practice in showing up, moving forward, and discovering what's possible when you take a chance on yourself.

With his signature mix of positivity, pop-culture wisdom, and back-to-basics insight, Bennett strips away the pressure that keeps so many people stuck. Instead, he offers a refreshing invitation: you don't have to be fast, fit, or fearless to be a runner. You just have to start. And once you do, running has a way of teaching you about far more than running: about resilience, confidence, self-trust, and the quiet power of momentum.

Whether you're lacing up for the first time, returning after years away, or simply looking for a new way to think about progress, this book is a reminder that forward is forward, and that something extraordinary can happen when you take that first step.

Because the best running isn't really about running at all.

It's about life.

How to combat our loneliness epidemic, build deep connection, and fight for (not with!) the ones you love, no matter what challenges you face.

In a time when so many suffer from isolation and it feels like developing authentic relationships and true belonging is harder than ever, Chris and Julie Bennett invite you into their story to discover why we were meant for togetherness and why it''s worth facing any amount of hardship to keep our faith, families, and communities at the center of who we are.

When Chris and Julie and their four kids moved from Norman, Oklahoma, to Los Angeles (which just happened to be one of the most disconnected cities in the United States), they knew they were setting out on a great adventure. They’d be leaving behind the church they had pastored, the comfort of their established community, and the familiarity of their daily routines, but the new city promised to bring some much-needed change.

What they didn''t expect was how this adventure—complicated by a cancer diagnosis, a relapse, and a pandemic—would challenge their notions of what it means to care for each other well, both as a biological family and as part of a broader community.

Rebelliously hopeful, the couple will take you on their harrowing journey as they show how family—whether biological, adopted, or chosen—is the greatest risk you''ll ever take, the best reward you''ll ever gain, and an essential part of what makes us human.

Uncover the hidden history of cannabis as a sacred element in the ancient world.

For millennia, cannabis has been intertwined with human culture, yet its profound role in ancient religions remains largely obscured. Chris Bennett, a cannabis activist and researcher, reveals compelling evidence of cannabis's significance in the Hebrew Bible and related cultures. From its use in temple rituals to its connection with the divine feminine, this controversial plant held a place of reverence in the ancient world.

Delve into the archaeological discoveries at Tel Arad, explore the linguistic roots of kaneh bosm, and challenge conventional interpretations of biblical texts. This insightful exploration invites readers to reconsider the historical and spiritual importance of cannabis, offering a new perspective on ancient traditions. Perfect for those interested in history, religion, and ethnobotany, this is a journey into the lost sacrament of the ancient world.

From Nike Running's Global Head Coach Chris Bennett comes a bold, welcoming book for runners, non-runners, and everyone in between. Rooted in the coaching philosophy that has helped millions take their first steps forward, it's about finding the courage to cross the starting lines in your life.

This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running. is a deeply motivating, funny, and unexpectedly moving book about what happens when we dare to step up to the starting lines in our lives. Drawing on the philosophy that has inspired millions around the world, Coach Bennett reframes running not as a test of speed, distance, or competitionbut as a practice in showing up, moving forward, and discovering what's possible when you take a chance on yourself.

With his signature mix of positivity, pop-culture wisdom, and back-to-basics insight, Bennett strips away the pressure that keeps so many people stuck. Instead, he offers a refreshing invitation: you don't have to be fast, fit, or fearless to be a runner. You just have to start. And once you do, running has a way of teaching you about far more than running: about resilience, confidence, self-trust, and the quiet power of momentum.

Whether you're lacing up for the first time, returning after years away, or simply looking for a new way to think about progress, this book is a reminder that forward is forward, and that something extraordinary can happen when you take that first step.

Because the best running isn't really about running at all.

It's about life.

How to combat our loneliness epidemic, build deep connection, and fight for (not with!) the ones you love, no matter what challenges you face.

In a time when so many suffer from isolation and it feels like developing authentic relationships and true belonging is harder than ever, Chris and Julie Bennett invite you into their story to discover why we were meant for togetherness and why it''s worth facing any amount of hardship to keep our faith, families, and communities at the center of who we are.

When Chris and Julie and their four kids moved from Norman, Oklahoma, to Los Angeles (which just happened to be one of the most disconnected cities in the United States), they knew they were setting out on a great adventure. They’d be leaving behind the church they had pastored, the comfort of their established community, and the familiarity of their daily routines, but the new city promised to bring some much-needed change.

What they didn''t expect was how this adventure—complicated by a cancer diagnosis, a relapse, and a pandemic—would challenge their notions of what it means to care for each other well, both as a biological family and as part of a broader community.

Rebelliously hopeful, the couple will take you on their harrowing journey as they show how family—whether biological, adopted, or chosen—is the greatest risk you''ll ever take, the best reward you''ll ever gain, and an essential part of what makes us human.

Uncover the hidden history of cannabis as a sacred element in the ancient world.

For millennia, cannabis has been intertwined with human culture, yet its profound role in ancient religions remains largely obscured. Chris Bennett, a cannabis activist and researcher, reveals compelling evidence of cannabis's significance in the Hebrew Bible and related cultures. From its use in temple rituals to its connection with the divine feminine, this controversial plant held a place of reverence in the ancient world.

Delve into the archaeological discoveries at Tel Arad, explore the linguistic roots of kaneh bosm, and challenge conventional interpretations of biblical texts. This insightful exploration invites readers to reconsider the historical and spiritual importance of cannabis, offering a new perspective on ancient traditions. Perfect for those interested in history, religion, and ethnobotany, this is a journey into the lost sacrament of the ancient world.