Welcome to Litsy!

From a New York Times�bestselling author and lifelong runner, a groundbreaking guide to fighting depression and anxiety one run at a time There�s no other book like this. Longtime running writer Scott Douglas marshals expert advice (especially his own, cultivated from more than 110,000 miles of personal experience), and a growing body of scientific research to show how running can make us happier. How? Everyone knows that running builds stronger muscles and a healthier heart; science now shows it also helps develop a healthier brain. For those struggling with depression and anxiety, a consistent running routine can enhance the mental�health benefits of talk therapy, antidepressants, and cognitive behavioral therapy. The key to running�s therapeutic power lies in its lasting physiological effects, inducing changes in brain structure and chemistry that other forms of exercise don&rsquot;�including the best mood boost in all of sports, thanks to the body�s release of natural pain�relievers. Running is my therapy is no longer just a mantra for seasoned runners; with science behind him, Douglas presents proven methods so that we can all use running to improve our mental health and live happier�in and out of running shoes.