Not Too Late is Gwendolyn Banks’s story of finding Spartan races during “mid-life.” As someone who took up running, and more specifically marathoning, in my late thirties (a little younger than the period Banks describes), I have a deep appreciation for trying new and hard physical activities. Banks aims to describe how she went from not at all athletic to very athletic, and how it changed everything in her life. It’s a powerful premise. Banks wants this for you too. The writing didn’t resonate strongly with me, but I like the topic. If you’re looking for something to motivate a change, this book could be helpful. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I was excited to read this book since the author and I are close to the same age and I am a late to life athlete as well. I loved reading about her journey to Spartan success. It was truly inspiring. It was nice to read about someone else struggling with time management, taking care of elderly parents and dealing with health issues of their own. This weekend I have definitely taken her advice about finding time for yourself throughout your week. I have unsubscribed to so many emails! The author gives great references throughout the book (some I have already read) relating to athletic performance and also life in general. I think anyone but especially older, women will love this book.

This book will be very inspiring to the right people. I loved the way it was organized around the various obstacles and what each represented, However it fell a bit flat for me. I'd hoped to get more from this memoir but unfortunately I couldn't get into the book.

Inspiring! This book does a great job breaking down the middle age "crisis" that affects so many and not only offers reasons behind it, but steps to combat its effects. Bounds brings a journalist's research expertise to the causes and solutions and does a good job breaking down the issues for laypeople. Highly recommended and very motivating.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for access to this e-ARC!