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In the opening of Lance Armstrong's memoir, Every Second Counts (coauthored by Sally Jenkins), he reflects: "Generally, one of the hardest things in the world to do is something twice." While he is talking here about his preparation for what would prove to be his second consecutive Tour de France victory in 2000, the sentiment could equally be applied to the book itself. And just as Armstrong managed to repeat his incredible 1999 tour victory, Every Second Counts repeats--and, in some ways exceeds—the success of his bestselling first memoir, It's Not About the Bike.
Every Second Counts confronts the challenge of moving beyond his cancer experience, his first Tour victory and his celebrity status. Few of Armstrong's readers will ever compete in the Tour de France (though cyclists will relish Armstrong's detailed recounting of his 2000-2003 tour victories), but all will relate to his discussions of loss and disappointment in his personal and professional life since 1999. They will relate to his battles with petty bureaucracies, such as the French court system during the doping scandal that almost halted his career. And they will especially relate to constant struggles with work/life balance.
In the face of September 11--which arrives halfway through the narrative (just before the fifth anniversary of his diagnosis)--Armstrong draws from his experiences to show that suffering, fear and death are the essential human condition. In so openly using his own life to illustrate how to face this reality, he proves that he truly is a hero--and not just because of the bike. In Every Second Counts he is to be admired as a human being, a man who sees every day as a challenge to live richly and well, no matter what hardships may come. --Patrick O'Kelley, Amazon.com --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Lance Armstrong's story is the stuff of legends', Independent .'With sports books, as in the cinema, sequels usually disappoint. But cycling legend Lance Armstrong's follow-up to his bestseller It's Not About the Bike is an exception...He is a genuine hero...', Sunday Telegraph
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having read "its not about the bike" I was compelled to obtain "every second counts" as quickly as possible. This book enables even the most ignorant spectator of cycle racing and the Tour de France in particular to appreciate how much more is involved in this sport than the pedalling of the routes of France we see on television. The details Lance Armstrong provides brings both the race and the figures in the peleton to life.
However, much deeper than the insight into this famous race, is the appreciation the reader is able to experience of a very human man with very human failings but incredible strength of purpose and character. He leaves you with the determination to make all your own seconds count.
These books had a profound impact on me and I feel grateful to have been able to read them.
26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read this book on holiday whilst lazing by the pool in sunny Spain. I was once very athletic but middle age has taken a grip and now I am overweight and get out of breath just running up stairs. The lesson in this book is not to take life for granted. Lance Armstrong says he is happier to have had cancer (and recovered) than to have won the Tour de France. This is because it has given him perspective. He is obviously a driven singleminded character and we can't all have that trait. But inspired by the book I rose from my poolside lounger and swam fifty lengths of the pool. Since my holiday I have exercised everyday, changed my diet and am determined to make "every second count" The book also gives great detail about the workings of the Tour de France and the camaraderie in the team
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'm sure most of you have heard or read the first Lance Armstong autobiography which centers around his battle with cancer and the amazing comeback in which he won probably the most grueling sporting event in the world. So its hard to think how his second book would beat his first. Well the truth is it doesnt but it does equal it. In this autobiography you are exposed to how Armstrong still has the odds stacked against him and many many doubters but he still rises and proves them wrong and does so with such determination that you cant help but be inspired.
The basic fact is that if there was a film made about these two auto biographies no one believe it to be a true story and yet it is.
buy it. Be inspired.
The basic fact is that if there was a film made about these two auto biographies no one believe it to be a true story and yet it is.
buy it. Be inspired.
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Armstong 2000-2005
This is Lance Armstrong's second autobiography, covering his life from 2000 to 2005. If you read the first book It's Not About The Bike: My Journey Back to Life the last chapter is... Read more
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My book arrived very promptly, well packaged and protected. It is in excellent condition and now read!! Many thanks to you.
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Armstrong's follow up to 'its not about the bike' is just as life affirming and as awe inspiring. The man is a role model not just for the work he does for the charity or his... Read more
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If you like the man you need to read this..
I'm a big Lance fan so I would say this but reading this book has given me inspiration both on the bike and off it. Read more
Published 9 months ago by nigel bradley
"It is about the bike"
Having originally read It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to LifeI was amazed by the story, so the follow up "every second counts" was a must read for me. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2009 by V. Doyle
Lance Armstrong - brilliant book
Read book a few years back and inspired me - bought this copy for a friend - they also inspired, not just by the cycling, which they are also taking up now, but by the story of his... Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2009 by Sophies Dad
LANCE ARMSTRONG, IT'S MORE THAN THE BIKE
I bought this for my husband as he is a avid fan of lance also a serious cycle rider he has enjoyed tis emensley and has encourage me and our older children to read it,
Published on 20 Sep 2009 by K. S. Gibbons
Excellent Continuation
I read 'Its not about the bike' and thought it was a brilliant book. This prompted me to purchase the continuation book 'every second counts' This is an excellent read too. Read more
Published on 14 Sep 2009 by Mr. C. R. Mccroray
A good follow-up to a sensational story
Every Second Counts is built on the fascinating first book, It's Not About The Bike.
Although I found the first book more interesting than this one, it's certainly worth... Read more
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