Running the Four-Minute Mile and Other Delusions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798218767976)

For years, A.J. Schmitz dreamed of running, and beating, the four-minute mile - a physical accomplishment not many people have achieved. In 2024, at the ripe old age of 53, A.J. ran from cheeseburgers and wine, ran to a treadmill, and trained his body to fulfill that dream. With a grit and determination not usually found in lazy, past-their-prime men, he restructured his diet, strengthened his conditioning, and focused his mind by eliminating things he desired - like wine and not running. As his belly decreased with his mile time, the finish line came closer and closer into view.

Also included in this collection are A.J.'s reflections on the love/hate relationship he has playing golf, as well as his days getting tossed around the mats on the path to a black belt in jiu-jitsu. He analyzes the "good ol' days" of professional sports, and provides the ultimate guide for watching the Super Bowl.

A.J.'s biting wit and sarcastic style are on full display in these hilarious memoir essays documenting the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Especially defeat. Mostly defeat.