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Summary: Demystification of Lance
Review: This book demystified Lance Armstrong for me. I always thought of him as super-human, whose career was a result of incredibly fortunate DNA. While he is DNA gifted, he is also extremely dedicated to his sport, and very much human. Inspirational without being corny, and a fast read.
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Summary: Great story and he continues to win battle after battle.
Review: This book offers great insight into one of America's little known but emerging heros. Lance is a real man as we see in him a devotion to his family and friends, his sport, his battle against cancer and his continuing fight against the disease, all characteristics rarely seen in professional athletes these days. Most folks don't realize the effort that comes with a battle against cancer. I didn't, but this book opened my eyes. People outside of the cycling world know little about Lance Armstrong. That's too bad because he is an example we can all use these days. When sports are filled with steroid using, greedy role models who care for nothing more than themselves, Lance is a refreshing break from that norm. We can all learn a lesson from him. The book is good. Even if you don't ride, this book is, as it's title suggests, much more than a story about a cyclist. Cycling is secondary to the more important aspects of this book. Lance is only in his early 30's but has already fought and won several battles of a life time both in life and on two wheels. I can only wonder what lays ahead for him and when his next auto biography will be ready.
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Summary: My high-school daughter read this in one day
Review: and she LOVED it! I've already written my review, but now I can add that my kiddo loved it too -- and Lance is such a hero that I was happy to share it with her. It's a great book to promote parent-child discussion -- "so, what did you think about Lance's relationship with his father? His step-father?" is a great opportunity for all Dads-at-a-distance (and moms too) -- and a great opportunity for single parents when the other is absent; to show a kiddo that someone else has overcome this adversity. "What about his mom?" "What did you think about his 'homeboy', the guy who owned the local bikeshop?" -- these are great questions to discuss good parenting relationships and mentors. "What was different in his attitude toward other racers before, when he was good but erratic, and now that he's a great champion?"This is truly a great book to read with kids, and provides wonderful character teaching lessons along the way. Five stars aren't enough, I'd give it ten if I could.
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Summary: A Kick in the Heart
Review: Not since I read To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee when I was in middle school have I been emotionally transformed by a piece of literature. I knew nothing of Lance Armstrong (wasn't he some guy who rode a bike?) nor his ordeal with cancer until I read It's Not About the Bike. I will forever be changed by this book. The inspiration in his story, the determination in his words and the transformation of his character have etched a permanent place in my spirit. Robin Williams said it best- Lance and his creation of this book will "kick you in the heart."
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Summary: It provides me with Hope
Review: My step-mother was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer and Hip Cancer. It's been a little over a week since we heard the diagnosis. On that night, I was not in good shape; upon hearing about this, my good friend walked to my house and gave me the book for me to start immediately. The book holds nothing back. There are details in there regarding Chemotherapy that make one cringe, but for some odd reason I respect the honesty. Because through this honesty came a way of educating. The book rollercoasts you up and down - from the bottom of Chemo, to the tops where he celebrated the birth of his child and winning "the Tour." I reccommend this, and I now look to the book for Inspiration.
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Summary: It's Not About the Bike
Review: The # 1 New York Times bestseller, update with new material on the Tour de France & the Olympics is the story of one man's journey through triumph, tragedy, transformation, & transcendence. It is the story of Lance Armstrong, the world-famous two-time winner of the Tour de France, & his fight against cancer.
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Summary: The ride back home.
Review: Lance Armstrong's "It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life" is a remarkable story. Armstrong doesn't pull any punches or paint himself as a hero. He offers insight into the mind of a world-class athlete and opens up the thrilling world of bicycle racing for those who would never otherwise have any knowledge of it. He shares his life with the reader in a way that is honest and at the same time not self-critical. He shows us his best and his worst, and there were certainly times in his life where he felt horrible and it seemed to get the better of him. In the end, though, it is apparent that it has been in his nature since childhood to give it his all. ...It caused him to see the mundane as miraculous and view each day as a gift. This is not an unusual experience to have for people with life-threatening diseases or that have had near death experiences, but few realize they can have this experience right here and now. If you would like to learn how, I recommend "Working on Yourself Doesn't Work" by Ariel and Shya Kane. In it they describe the secrets to living in the moment that can start you on your journey back to life.
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Summary: Awesome book!
Review: This is an incredible book--"How do you like them apples!" :-) A thought-provoking, profound, compelling story that evokes every emotion imaginable--I laughed, I cried, then I read it again.
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Summary: Why this is my favorite book
Review: About six mnonts ago I read It's not about the bike: My Journey back to life. Since then I have devoloped such a deep appreciation for Lance and the sport of cycling. I did not know much about Lance or cycling before I read the book, but now I feel that I truly know Lance. It is my favorite book, and Lance is my hero as a human and also as an athlete and cyclist. I think of him as such a hero. So many children and adults alike have heros because they score a lot of touchdowns or score a lot of homeruns. But it's not only about that with Lance Armstrong. It is all that he overcame and proved to everyone. He not only broke records, but he broke them as someone who went through hell on earth! In reading the book, I learned, to sum up something indescribeable, how terrible chemotherapy really is. For Lance to not only survive, but to come back and win four Tour De France races, makes him, in my eyes, and ideal hero for everyone. I would recommend this book to anyone in this world who wants a heo.
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Summary: Amazing
Review: From beginning to end, this book kept me hooked. I learned so much from it and from Lance's story. I highly recomend this book.
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