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  Golden Lily - 10 Years On -...

  Lijia Xu

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  Golden Lily is the fascinating autobiography from Asia's first ever dinghy sailing gold medallist. It tells of her learning to sail and becoming a full-time athlete at just 10 years old. At that age Lijia Xu was taken away from her parents and enrolled in the gruelling Chinese training regime, a programme meticulously prescribed across all sporting disciplines to catapult the nation's talented youngsters to international champions. It is a rare insight into a shocking world of relentless physical training and unquestioning mental compliance. Lijia's honest and heart-felt account takes you on her journey from physical disabilities and debilitating injuries to learning to think for herself, eventually going on to achieve her dream of becoming an Olympic gold medallist. Now, ten years since its first publication, Lily has updated the story. She tells of her third and final Olympic campaign at Rio 2016 and then training to be a sports journalist and covering Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 as a reporter. Lijia opens up about her secret relationship with her English coach and their subsequent marriage, as well as talking about her post-Olympic sailing including IMOCA 60s, M32s, J80s and Waszps. This is an inspirational story of a young woman's will to succeed despite all that her background threw at her.

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  A Pickleball Gospel - The...

  Purple Jesus

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  Dink, speed up, smash! 
  Such has been the rise in popularity of pickleball in recent years, from niche backyard games to ubiquitous national obsession and professional sport, with many left wondering what the fuss is all about. A Pickleball Gospel packages the essence of America’s vibrant pickleball culture with the thoughts and experiences of an aspiring anthropologist and elite pickleball player.  
  From the practice courts of public parks, churches, gymnasiums, and private clubs to the center court of a professional tour event, readers are taken on a pickleball journey complete with charming playfulness, intense action, and colorful characters.  
  Additionally, woven within the text is a new perspective on sport that highlights not just competition but cooperation as well, which are proposed to co-exist in an ever-present tension otherwise known as coopetition. Among other things, “coopetition” ensures that both sides of a competition gain or benefit in sport, regardless of who wins and loses. 
  In this anthropological retelling of the author’s experience, readers can expect to find the following: 
  Responses and commentary from a select group of pickleball enthusiasts 
  Touches of personal memoir 
  Scientific inquiry into “coopetition” in sport 
  Readers can choose to engage with A Pickleball Gospel as a scientific, anthropological inquiry or simply as a popular tale about a new and exciting sporting phenomenon.

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  Resilient - The Untold Story of...

  Brooke Wells

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  An inspirational memoir about CrossFit star Brooke Wells' rise to fame and miraculous comeback.This program is read by the author.On the last night of the 2021 CrossFit Games, ten thousand fans watched in horror as Brooke Wells’ elbow dislocated under the weight of a 190-pound barbell. This is the extraordinary story of what happened next: How Wells pulled off a highly improbable comeback that transformed her mentally and physically into one of the fittest women in the world.  In Resilient, Wells provides a refreshingly honest, authentic account of how she overcame fear, self-doubt, and a slew of unexpected obstacles to return to the CrossFit Games less than a year after undergoing total elbow reconstruction. A story of strength, passion, courage, and grit, Resilient is a celebration of one athlete's extraordinary spirit and her inspiring ability to never say die.A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

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  Intelligent Fitness - The Smart...

  Simon Waterson, Daniel Craig

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  Simon Waterson's client list reads like a who’s who of A-list actors. He has transformed Daniel Craig into the formidable James Bond for five blockbuster films, shaped Chris Evans into superhero Captain America, trained Chris Pratt for Guardians of the Galaxy, and prepared actors such as Thandiwe Newton and John Boyega for the recent Star Wars films. From 3.30 a.m. training sessions in the desert with Jake Gyllenhaal to virtual workouts with Bryce Dallas Howard, Simon reveals the real training programs he used to take these actors to peak physical health. Sharing his practical and highly accessible approach to reimagining your body, Simon encourages you to focus on training, recovery, and nutrition to build on your performance, rather than aesthetic. Packed full of behind-the-scenes insights, this is an essential training manual for any age and fitness level that will motivate you to reboot your body and train like a star.

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  Inspirational Basketball Stories...

  Revil O.

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  Unleash your inner MVP in just one season—without sacrificing your true self or your love for the game! 
  Are you looking for stories that resonate with you as a girl who loves basketball?  
  Have you ever faced challenges like self-doubt, team drama, or the misconception that “basketball is for boys”? 
  If you answered “yes,” you are not alone. Many young athletes, parents, and coaches seek authentic stories that reflect the real challenges, triumphs, and friendships experienced in girls’ sports. 
  Here’s a glimpse of what you will discover in this empowering and game-changing collection: 
  **Real, relatable stories** featuring diverse girls who overcome genuine challenges such as injuries, self-doubt, and competition, all in their own voices. 
  **Inspiring profiles of basketball trailblazers**: Meet WNBA stars and community leaders, along with bonus Q&A insights on resilience and leadership. 
  **Skill spotlights** in every chapter: Discover drills, moves, and mental strategies to help you score and build confidence. 
  **The “bounce-back” formula**: Learn how to recover from mistakes, shake off bad games, and keep moving forward. 
  **Game-tested advice from professional athletes**: Find confidence boosters, mindset shifts, and practice tips you won’t discover on social media.  
  **Vibrant illustrations and comic-style moments** that make every chapter engaging and enjoyable for visual readers. 
  And so much more!** that make every chapter engaging and enjoyable for

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  The Beautiful Game as Seen from...

  Carlos Murcia

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  'The Beautiful Game, as Seen from My Angle' by Carlos Murcia is a personal journey through a lifelong passion for soccer. From the streets of El Salvador to stadiums in the United States, Carlos shares how the sport shaped his childhood, connecting him with family, friends, and his cultural roots. His early experiences playing barefoot in neighborhood games capture the joy and freedom soccer brought to his life. 
   
  As he grows, Carlos reflects on the evolution of his fandom, from watching matches with his grandfather to discovering iconic players and joining the global community of FC Barcelona supporters. He recounts pivotal moments, including the excitement of witnessing Lionel Messi's debut and following the rise of Inter Miami, a team that became central to his experience of soccer in America. Soccer becomes more than a game; it is a lens through which he understands loyalty, connection, and personal identity. 
   
  The book also explores the challenges of passion, including conflicts with friends, the intensity of rivalry, and the lessons learned in balancing devotion with life outside the sport. The Beautiful Game, as Seen from My Angle celebrates soccer's power to inspire, teach resilience, and foster meaningful connections. It is both a memoir and a reflection on how one sport can shape a lifetime.

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