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by Lance Armstrong (Author) "So, it looks as though I'm going to live-at least for another 50 years or more ..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 260 pages
  • Publisher: Yellow Jersey Press (9 Oct 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0224064665
  • ISBN-13: 978-0224064668
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 256,236 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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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

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In Paris on July 25th, 1999, Lance Armstrong made world headlines with the most stunning comeback in the history of sport; winning the Tour de France in the fastest ever time after battling against life-threatening testicular cancer just eighteen months previously. A few months after that historic victory, he became a father for the first time. His first book It's Not About the Bike charted this journey back to life and went on to become an international best-seller, and won the William Hill Sports Book of the Year 2000. Now, in this much anticipated follow-up, Armstrong shares more details of his remarkable life story, including three more Tour de France wins, an Olympic medal, and the birth of his twin daughters Grace and Isabel. Never shy of controversy, Lance Armstrong is a genuine global sports superstar and one of cycling's greatest ever champions. Here he offers us his life philosophy - his thoughts on training, competing, winning and failure. He also recounts the work done for the Foundation he set up following his dramatic recovery and introduces further inspirational tales of cancer survival. Every Second Counts is another extraordinary and awe-inspiring book from a man strives every day to meet life momentous challenges.

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A life worth living, 19 Aug 2004
By mary (Gers, France) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Every Second Counts (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.

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Makes You get off your backside!, 1 Sep 2004
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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
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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars 5 time tour champ, one hit book wonder..., 10 Oct 2003
By Mr. Paul R. Winks "paolo46" (London) - See all my reviews
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I idolise the man, read his brilliant first book countless times, bought my copy of this as soon as it hit the shelves, read it straight through that evening.... and felt nothing.

A life story should be told once. The charm of 'It's not about the bike' was in Lance's description of his childhood, his diagnosis, his treatment and recovery and his marriage etc. An insight into the man that came straight from the horse's mouth (almost..) and served to give some idea of what makes him tick.

Don't get me wrong, there's nothing terrible about this book, but there's also nothing raw. It might as well be a collection of exerpts from every magazine article he's given, bigging up all his team mates etc. in a way that really reflects his recent, more guarded nature.

Understandably the man wants more privacy, but that's a good enough reason not to write a second book at all.

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1.0 out of 5 stars very poor
I read Armstrong's first book and while not liking the guy I enjoyed the book and bought Every Second Counts on the back of it. Bad move. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Sean Kelly

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational and comforting
I had already read Lance's first book but after being diagnosed with cancer myself I decided to read this one too. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Englishbloke

5.0 out of 5 stars Survivor
This was written in 2004 after his record 6th consequetive win of the Tour de France. If you've read his first book, this is a very necessary follow up. Read more
Published on 22 May 2007 by A. Wolff

5.0 out of 5 stars This man is a Cycling God. And he deserves more credit. Book is great
I remember the (scant British) TV coverage of some of the races described here... heart-pounding stuff! Read more
Published on 17 May 2007 by stevieby

3.0 out of 5 stars An OK read
An account racing in the Tour de France. Partially inspirational. I can't really say this book changed my life. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2006 by James Starkey

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration continues
Extremely well written - the continuing saga of the legend that is Lance Amstrong. Great insight into what makes the man tick. Very inspirational reading. Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2006 by Mr. S. Sandhu

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book by an inspiring man
This is a great book! It is a super read and full of great comments. Inspirational. The book is a real insight into the life, mind, training and dedication of Lance Armstrong... Read more
Published on 27 Jul 2005 by PHILIP MCNALLY

5.0 out of 5 stars A truly remarkable man
I bought this book to co-incide with this year's Tour de France
and haven't been disappointed. This athlete is a true professional and his dedication, attitude and, above... Read more
Published on 24 Jul 2005 by alistairhood7

5.0 out of 5 stars A superb insight to the mind of a champion
Lance focuses on telling us more about his cycling as opposed to his cancer recovery in this superb sequel to It's Not About The Bike. Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2005

4.0 out of 5 stars Great motivational read
Why did I buy this book? Well I guess because as I live in France I have come to appreciate the Tour de France. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2004 by Elizabeth Taylor

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