Running with the Mind of Meditation

Lessons for Training Body and Mind

By: Sakyong Mipham

Narrated by: Neil Hellegers

As a Tibetan lama and leader of Shambhala (an international community of 165 meditation centers), Sakyong Mipham has found physical activity to be essential for spiritual well-being. He's been trained in horsemanship and martial arts but has a special love for running. Here, he incorporates his spiritual practice with running, presenting basic meditation instruction and fundamental principles he has developed. Even though both activities can be complicated, the lessons here are simple and designed to show how the melding of internal practice with physical movement can be used by anyone - regardless of age, spiritual background, or ability - to benefit body and mind.

©2012 Mipham J. Mukpo (P)2016 Tantor

Critic reviews

"A straight-ahead, sober, and thoughtful dual guide to the joys of running and Buddhist meditation." ( Library Journal)

Good introduction to mediation/Running

Really enjoyed this introduction to Meditation + Running. Wished it went deeper to learn more.
Good read if you get used to the VO casting.
Note for author/publisher: the author didn’t run on the Brooklyn Bridge since the NY marathon doesn’t go that way.

Wrong Reader

I haven't finished and am not sure that I will make it.

The book is written by a tibetan teachi g about meditation relaxation. The narrator sounds uptight and about to bust at all times. It is quite jarring.

Slowing the tempo to .80 smooths it a bit. I am working of persistence so I will likely suffer thru.

Completely Awesome

It’s an excellent book, I couldn’t stop listening it I loved the recommendations regarding Focusing. Thank you very much

Will buy a hard copy AND listen to again!

I love this book. it's a fantastic listen that I will read again! I will also buy a hard copy so I can highlight and take notes on the concepts newer to me! I feel calmer during my walks/runs using his techniques.

Inspiring

I always run with my headset and listen to an audiobook to take my mind off the fact that I'm running. Now, I can see how my running can be SO much more meaningful. Thank you!!

helped me tie my running and meditation practices

I run and I meditate. I am not a Buddhist. However this book was a delight to listen to. I especially loved the narrator's voice, and I think the author choice to use Neil Hellegers was perfect. I truly felt that Neil was the author, and it therefore made the message of the book so much more authentic.

I haven't consciously applied the Tibetan principles that the author recommends to either my running or my meditation practice. However as I reflect on both my running and my meditation practice for the purpose of writing this review - I think some of them have filtered in unconsciously.

I had to listen to the book twice, because there is a lot covered, and I needed a second pass to help me understand it.

A great book for runners or meditators, or people who do both.

Principle based but very approachable

The running part of this book was not as extensive as the meditation part but that was okay for me. The author avoided cookie cutter approach and went into the principles of what meditation is and how it combines with running and really any active sport. When we are running we are just tiring the mind out so we can control it but that does not give us true control. I would recommend this book to runners that are more about understanding their mind rather than those looking for a recipe type approach

Inspiring

Though there may be some controversy sounding the author, his journey of exploring running and meditation and putting it on paper should not be understated. He effortlessly combines the two arts and how we can utilize them for the growth of the individual and human conciseness. With so many useful tips and stories by then end he leaves you feeling hopeful and with a deep understanding of our purpose in life, running and meditation. The growth of humanity and benefiting all. The intention to make our lives a part of the mission for the greater good. Wishing health, happiness and peace for all.

Amazingly informative

Just a great book with great insight. I really enjoyed this fresh perspective on running

Can be life changing

Divulges the secret(s) to happiness! The narrator's style is unique, but worth getting used to!