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Summary: Inspiring
Review: I don't read many books, but this one was well worth it. First, I admire Lance Armstrong's determination. This book does a great job of detailing his path from his pre-cancer life to post. Easy, fast read, but get out the Kleenex.
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Summary: Awesome
Review: This book was inspiring and open my eyes
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Summary: LANCE SURVIVED AND CONQUERED AGAINST GREAT ODDS. EXCELLANT!
Review: Before reading this book I didn't know who Lance Armstrong was, except by name. Lance very candidly tells the story of his struggles with testicular and brain cancer. He is a man of true respect and honor. His writing is simple, compelling, and motivating. By one Doctor's estimate, Lance had less than a 3% chance in surving cancer, yet he did just that. His personal battles and in depth writing about his testicular cancer is informative and much needed. Lance is a true champion. It is apparent more through the words he speaks/writes, than the races he has won. I would recommend this to anyone and I feel very fortunate to have greater insight into truly a remarkable man and American. The challenge now to me, and the other readers, is to live our lives with as much passion as Lance Armstrong. Read this book! God Bless him and his family. It would be an honor to count someone such as he, a friend.RK Powers
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Summary: An honest celeb?
Review: This book is so honest it hurts. And Armstrong is not your usual celeb because he didn't glitz it up and make himself look good. I cannot remember a book so unsparing and unflinching. And so compelling.
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Summary: Riveting -- Yet Not Convincing!
Review: The writing is powerful as the authors take us deep into the world of competitive cycling and also life-threatening cancer. Lance's medical recovery and skills as an international champion cyclist are beyond refute. However, the book is marketed as something more than simply a sports memoir. Unfortunately, Lance's humility and personal transformation aren't convincing. The manner in which Lance lashed out at the employee at a golf shop, proudly labeling his wife a "stud," and accelerating his automobile past 100 mph when "Kik" went into labor left me with the impression that he's still an obsessive, self-centered, macho jock. In my opinion, Lance's effectiveness as a positive role model should indeed "not be about the bike."
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Summary: Truly Inspirational - A Must Read For All
Review: I had and beat testicular cancer just like Lance Armstrong, so I could truly relate to the incredible obstacles that he described in his amazing book. This sincerely is an amazing story. I just wish I could have read it when I was going through my intense radiation treatments in my recovery, because I feel it would have made things easier for me. In his book, Armstong brings this disease into the public view, and allows people to see that it truly doesn't have to be a part of death, but, in fact, a part of life. There are many stories within the book. His childhood, his attitudes towards his father figures, his early racing career, his battle with cancer, the stuggle to get back on top of his game, his love life, and, his extemely personal march towards fatherhood. Each and every one of these minor stories gives an overall inspirational journey into Lance Armstrong's remarkable life. The writing is nicely detailed and allows for a good, easy-flowing read. The racing-scenes are action-packed, and make you feel as if you are right there on the bike with him. Armstong tells his tale using candid language and relates his stories of life with honesty and a pure heart. This book is a true inspiration to anyone. Please read this book. You cannot go wrong.
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Summary: More than 5 stars
Review: Too bad there's not a rating higher than 5 stars for Armstrong's book - I read cover to cover and was blown away! Finally, a person willing to tell it like it is - from paying tribute to supporters to speaking the truth about those who let him down. An absolutely fantastic account of someone who does not know the meaning of the word "quit".
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Summary: Yes, Lance, you are a hero.
Review: The word "hero" is defined as a person noted for acts of courage or nobility of purpose. Being a hero is something decided by others, not by oneself. For example, when Lance Armstrong told Kelly Davidson (another cancer patient from Texas) over the airwaves from the Tour de France that "this [race] is for you", that simple but profoundly noble act certainly was certainly heroic to her. This is probably the most notable example of heroism to be found in this book, but it is not the only one. The loyalties exhibited between the author and the people closest to him as he fought to save his life are examples of heroism that we all experience. Despite the book's title, the description of the author's progress as a racing cyclist (both before and after cancer) is every bit as riveting as the story of his battle with cancer. My only disappointment with the book was the relatively little attention given to the need for a new training regimen after the cancer treatments--a focus toward maximum aerobic effort and reduced anaerobic effort. While the effect of cancer treatment on Armstrong's muscular system necessitated this change in training, it proved to be just the thing he needed to win a long, grueling contest such as the Tour de France. By maximizing aerobic effort, Armstrong was able to minimize the production of lactic acid--a definite advantage over the competition.
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Summary: Hard to put it into words...
Review: This book shows you in 288 pages what life is all about.
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Summary: Hollywood could not have written a better script!
Review: You don't have to be a cyclist to appreciate this story. Lance Armstrong has every reason to just lay down and die. Worst yet, most people expected him to do just that! Instead, he fought back and with a little help from his family and friends he won the most grueling sporting event in the world. If you ever had a hard time dealing with adversity, you ought to read this book. His story is an inspiration. You will laugh and cry throughout.
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