Gold Medal Strategies
Gold Medal Strategies

Author: Jim Craig

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-03-11

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1118023447

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Business lessons from one of the greatest Olympic teams of all time It's been called the greatest upset of all time, the most memorable Olympic moment ever, the "Miracle on Ice." No matter which superlative is used, no one can deny that the U.S. men's hockey team's defeat of the Soviet Union in the medal round of the Lake Placid Olympic Games was a defining moment for Cold War America. The U.S. team's goalie was a Boston University student named Jim Craig, who is now a leadership expert and keynote speaker to business audiences. Gold Medal Strategies gives you Craig's unique lessons from the "Miracle" team on team dynamics, leadership, motivation, and other important management topics. With his unparalleled perspective, Craig dissects and analyzes the elements of a successful team, how to assemble one, and what philosophies will keep the team's shared goal a reality. This book outlines the necessary skills and details the specific techniques you need to maximize your business readiness, hone competitive cooperation, gather your strategies, and attack your challengers.

Never Stop Pushing
Never Stop Pushing

Author: Rulon Gardner

Publisher: Da Capo Press

Published: 2009-04-28

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 0786738278

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Never Stop Pushing is a motivational autobiography by Olympic Greco-Roman champion wrestler Rulon Gardner (Gold Medal, 2000; Bronze Medal, 2004). This inspiring memoir comes from one of the world's most remarkable athletes who achieved arguably the greatest upset in individual sports history when he defeated the Russian Alexander Karelin -- three-time Olympic champ, undefeated and unscored upon for a decade before his match with Gardner -- in the 2000 Gold Medal match. Rulon Gardner tells the story of his impoverished upbringing as one of nine children in a close-knit Mormon family on a farm in Wyoming, where in performing unceasing chores he developed tremendous strength at an early age. Gardner writes about his struggles in school made arduous by learning disabilities that have challenged him his whole life. Also, after winning his Gold Medal, we read how this champion survived a snowmobile accident that marooned him outdoors for eighteen hours in high country. Rulon Gardner recovered from this and went on to defend his Gold Medal at Athens in 2004 -- yet another comeback from this athlete who was supposed to simply fade away.

A Skating Life
A Skating Life

Author: Dorothy Hamill

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2007-10-02

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1401389783

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The dazzling smile, the signature haircut, the staple spin. "America's Sweetheart" Dorothy Hamill grew up on the ice, working toward the dream she was to accomplish by age nineteen: winning Olympic gold in figure skating. But life was not the picture of perfection it appeared to be. Dorothy faced a painful inner struggle from the time she was a young girl that followed her into adulthood--though she would not know about the depression that ran in her family until much later in life. Weeks and months away from home to train and compete took a difficult toll, yet little reprieve could be found in the tumultuous and fragile relationship she had with her parents. Dorothy went on to marry the man of her dreams, only to have the partnership end in heartache and a tragedy that almost pushed her to her breaking point. Then, just when a light at the end of the tunnel finally began to appear, a second failed marriage tried and tested Dorothy's trust and strength yet again--a travesty that could have led her to give up. But, she found a remarkable strength in what she did have--her greatest love, her daughter Alexandra. "Thank goodness, I had my skating. There was certainly a pattern to my life. When times were tough, I went skating. It was only while I was out on the ice, enjoying the freedom of movement and my love of music, that I was able to escape from my bottomless heartache." In her deeply moving and honest memoir, Dorothy opens up for the first time about love, family, courage, and what it means to truly win both on and off the ice.

Gold Medal Summer
Gold Medal Summer

Author: Donna Freitas

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2012-06-01

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 0545483794

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A gymnastics novel to flip for! Joey Jordan loves gymnastics: the thrill of performing a backflip on the beam, the cheers of the audience when she sticks a landing. But even with all her talent and style, she's never quite made it to that gold medal stand.Now big changes shake up Joey's life in and out of the gym. Joey wants to break out some daring new beam and floor routines--but she'll have to defy her strict coach to do it. Her best friend, Alex, is thinking about quitting gymnastics for good. And an old friend named Tanner just moved back to town, and he's suddenly gotten very, very cute. Can Joey handle all the challenges coming her way, and make her gold medal summer happen at last? Drawing on her real-life experience as a competitive gymnast, acclaimed novelist Donna Freitas delivers both a terrific gymnastics story and a classic novel about stretching some limits, bending the rules, and finding your balance.

Gold Medal Flapjack, Silver Medal Life
Gold Medal Flapjack, Silver Medal Life

Author: Alison Mowbray

Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-12-11

Total Pages: 544

ISBN-13: 1783062231

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“Being an Olympian was not my first choice of career, or even my second.” Alison Mowbray wasn’t a sporty kid and thought that being good at sport was a pre-requisite for going to the Olympics. She thought she might be a doctor, a teacher, a Blue Peter presenter or maybe the first ever female naval submariner. “Then at 18 I discovered rowing. From that point on, for the next 15 years, I didn’t have a choice anymore.” You don’t choose to go to the Olympics. You lay out everything you have and let the Olympics take it – no deals, no bargains, no questions asked, no hope of return. Maybe it will be enough and the Olympics will choose you, and maybe it won’t. If you thought about the number of things outside your control between yourself and your dream, you’d never start. You just think about the things you can do, the things you can control and you start doing them and keep doing them until you get there or until control is wrested from you. That’s what you do. That is this book. “I never planned to be inspiring so really this is just the story of how I did the things I love, the very best I could do them, and how very far it took me. And if you too were not a sporty child, and you’ve never raced an Olympic final, maybe I can take you there…” This is a Silver medal life of achievement, addiction, alcoholism, anorexia and Alzheimer’s. But a Gold medal story of passion and perseverance and not letting anything or anybody get between yourself and your dream. Gold Medal Flapjack, Silver Medal Life is a fascinating sports autobiography that will appeal to fans of rowing, the Olympics and sports psychology. Written 8 years after that medal winning moment, it also deals with what happens next in an athlete’s life. There are many themes that will particularly resonate with women, and anyone who enjoys cooking will love Alison’s flapjack recipe and the many food references throughout the book. This is a book for people who love sports autobiographies and for those who never usually read them. Featured in The Bookseller

Winning Life's Gold Medal
Winning Life's Gold Medal

Author: Gary Hall, Sr.

Publisher: Race Club, Incorporated

Published: 2021-05-12

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781735441429

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Motivational, Inspirational self help

The Golden Rules
The Golden Rules

Author: Bob Bowman

Publisher: St. Martin's Press

Published: 2016-05-17

Total Pages: 287

ISBN-13: 1466864575

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Bob Bowman, best known as the coach for the record-breaking run of Michael Phelps, is one of the most successful coaches in sports history. He is lauded for his intense personality, incredible dedication to his athletes, and his ability to nurture talent in athletes who have the heart and drive to win. This is his motivational book about winning in all walks of life and what you have to do to get there. He presents ten key concepts that all people should live by. Illuminating his lessons with spirited anecdotes, Bowman will teach you how to get gold out of every day by setting goals and getting motivated to achieve them. He will explain that taking risks is the key to success in any pursuit, and coach you on how you can become more risk-tolerant. By following The Golden Rules, you will learn to visualize in order to achieve your goals, and that above all else, dedication to your training, your job, or whatever area it is you are seeking to triumph in is paramount for success.

Winning for Life
Winning for Life

Author: Denis Waitley

Publisher: Sound Wisdom

Published: 2024-12-03

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1640955682

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Winning for Life by Denis Waitley, author of the global bestseller, The Psychology of Winning, is a profound book designed to empower you to reach your highest potential in both personal and professional realms. Drawing from over 50 years of experience in studying and inspiring winners across various fields, Waitley provides timeless wisdom and actionable strategies to help you break invisible barriers, build unwavering trust, and achieve enduring success. In this highly accessible and transformative book, you will learn more about: Breaking Invisible Barriers: Learn how to see beyond your limitations and create a mindset geared towards success. Intrinsic Core Values: Understand the importance of aligning with your inner winner by embracing and nurturing your core values. Integrity and Trust: Explore the vital role of integrity in building trust, the cornerstone of lasting relationships and sustainable success. Responsibility and Choice: Gain insights into living by choice rather than chance. Motivational Rewards: Discover the power of desire over fear. Optimism and the Mind/Body Connection: Delve into the connection between your mindset and physical well-being. Imagination and Vision: Learn to leverage your imagination to create a compelling future. Purpose and Focus: Understand the awesome power of having a laser focus on your purpose. Habit Transformation: Discover new research on how to rewire your brain and create habit patterns that support your goals. Empowering Relationships: Learn the secret to winning relationships by empowering others. Role Modeling: Understand the importance of being a role model worth emulating. Denis Waitley, renowned author of global bestsellers like The Psychology of Winning, Seeds of Greatness, and Being the Best, brings his vast experience and insights to this new, essential guide. Having worked with Fortune 500 executives, Olympic athletes, and young entrepreneurs, Waitley shares the principles that have helped countless individuals achieve remarkable success. Whether you are a seasoned professional, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone seeking personal growth, this book offers the tools and wisdom to transform your life. Start your journey to breaking barriers, defeating limiting beliefs and building lasting success today!

Gold Medal Fitness
Gold Medal Fitness

Author: Dara Torres

Publisher: Harmony

Published: 2010-05-04

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0767931963

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Dara Torres has been to the Olympics five times, she's won twelve medals, and now, at the age of 42, she still competes with girls half her age and is one of the most celebrated swimmers of all time. But you don't need to list her accolades to understand why people admire her athleticism so much—just look at her! Perfect abs, enviable arms—she's as strong as can be and continues to redefine established wisdom about staying in shape at any age. So, what's her secret? In Gold Medal Fitness you'll find all of Torres's tips for getting back into the game and staying in shape for many years to come. Her unique combination of stretching and strengthening exercises both tone and elongate your muscles, leaving you with that perfectly sculpted and slender shape. And in this revolutionary 5-week program, she's adapted her workout plan for you! Torres will take you step by step through a nutrition plan to prepare for the workouts. She'll walk you through the strengthening and stretching exercises, including the Ki-Hara method that has transformed her body. She'll give you hints on how to enjoy your cardiovascular activities. And, finally, she'll share her wisdom about rest and recovery and why it is as essential for your body as your training. Whether you're looking to lose those last ten pounds or get back into a sport that you used to love, Gold Medal Fitness will produce the results that you want, reignite how you feel in your own skin, and change your lifestyle.

The Only Way to Win
The Only Way to Win

Author: Jim Loehr

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2012-05-15

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1857889703

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The conditioning begins early in our lives. Great achievements will bring lasting happiness and fulfillment; great achievements form the bedrock of stable self-esteem and strong character; great achievements will become the foundation for a successful life. If these well-intentioned promises are true, why does winning never seem to be enough? In The Only Way to Win, Jim Loehr draws upon two decades of work with Fortune 500 executives; world-class athletes such as Monica Seles, Dan Jansen, and Eric Lindros; and other high achievers at the Human Performance Institute (HPI) to reveal surprising insights about achievement motivation. Specifically, Loehr finds that the blind pursuit of external achievement often results in emptiness, addiction, and, ironically, poor performance. It’s not really about what you achieve, he argues, it’s about who you become as a consequence of the chase. From the bestselling author of On Form, comes a compelling, practical, and hopeful read filled with relatable stories and useful exercises. The Only Way to Win will serve as a powerful wake-up call for business leaders, employees, teachers, and coaches. It will also provide inspiration for readers looking to perform better, achieve more, and change both their own lives and those of the people they influence.