Accidental Athlete: A Funny Thing Happened on the 104,99 zł
- Typ Okładki - Książka w miękkiej oprawie
- Wydawnictwo - VeloPress
- Ilość stron - 216
- Rozmiar - 20.1 x 12.4 x 2 cm
- Autor - John ",The Penguin",Bingham
- Język książki - Angielski
Product Description Review "The Penguin does it again! "An Accidental Athlete" is a charming, witty and relatable tale of John finding himself through running. In this great book he shares his journey with us one stride and two laughs at a time." -- Deena Kastor, American marathon record holder, Olympic medalist, and 12-time national champion"John Bingham is Edward Abbey, Frank Shorter, Brad Pitt, and George Carlin all wrapped in one. John as writer has a lesson or tale in all his adventures." -- Bart Yasso, "Runner's World" magazine"Looking for some motivation to start running and improve your fitness? You're sure to find some inspiration from John Bingham's new memoir "An Accidental Athlete."" -- ESPN.com"Most of us can truly identify with John Bingham's story: There are no gold medals, no laurel wreaths, no world records. But John shows us that we have something more important: a chance, if we have the will and believe in ourselves." -- Dave McGillivray, Boston Marathon race director"In "An Accidental Athlete," Bingham...describes his journey from a clumsy wannabe-athlete kid to the realization of a dream: that by being a runner, especially a back-of-the-packer, you are truly an athlete...Bingham's witty, engaging prose will [provide] you with a few hours of delightful distraction." -- "Canadian Running" magazine"John 'The Penguin' Bingham has touched a nerve with runners worldwide like no one in the last decade. He's funny but serious, informal but inspirational." -- Amby Burfoot, "Runner's World" magazine"For anyone who might feel overwhelmed or overly fond of couch time, John Bingham's charming memoir can help....[Bingham's] sense of humor...adds to the sweet appeal of the story, providing enough encouragement to anyone looking to exercise more." -- "ForeWord "magazine"This charming, gently funny autobiography from the big-hearted Bingham is a testament to hangin' in there...If more people were like him, where each event, run, mile, step is a celebration, the wor About the Author John "The Penguin" Bingham is author of several books about running and featured columnist for Competitor magazine, spokesman of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training programme, and race announcer of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half-Marathon Series. His popular column The Penguin Chronicles ran for 14 years in Runner's World magazine. Learn more about The Penguin at johnbingham.com.
