
- 304 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Insightful, practical lessons on life, on and off the track, from an Olympic and world champion
Not only is Andre De Grasse blazingly fast on the track, he’s also incredibly popular with his fans. His beaming smile and magnetic personality have won over millions of people around the world. Who could forget De Grasse’s friendly rivalry with sprinting legend Usain Bolt? Or when he became the first Canadian to capture medals in all three sprint events during a single Olympics? His gold medal victory in the 200-metre race at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics captivated Canadians witnessing a feat not accomplished by any other Canadian in close to a century.
In Ignite, De Grasse shares important lessons from his improbable journey to becoming an Olympic champion. As one of the fastest humans alive, De Grasse has demonstrated what it takes to perform at your best under enormous pressure and to continue to push the limit of what seems impossible. De Grasse shares inspirational stories and lessons about the determination, resilience and perseverance it takes to become the best. Readers will gain from his insights from the track and beyond to unlock their own hidden potential and stare down life’s challenges whether at work, at home, or in pursuit of their dreams.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- 1. A Blur in Slow Motion
- 2. The Accidental Sprinter
- 3. Speak It into Existence
- 4. Let It Go
- 5. Chase Wins, Not Records
- 6. The Responsibility of Success
- 7. Mama’s Boy
- 8. No Doubt
- 9. You vs. You
- 10. Prepare to Succeed
- 11. Find Your Zone
- 12. Rest, Rebuild, Repeat
- 13. Know Your Value
- 14. Good on Gas
- 15. Act Like a Pro
- 16. Know Yourself
- 17. Nothing Personal
- 18. Chemistry
- 19. Question Marks
- 20. Make Tough Choices
- 21. Faith and Action
- 22. Slow Down
- 23. The Race of My Life
- 24. It Takes a Team
- 25. Take Care of Your Machine
- 26. Beyond Gold
- 27. Family First
- 28. Compartments
- 29. Medals Tarnish
- 30. Pay It Forward
- 31. Find Victory in Everything
- The Rundown
- Acknowledgements
- Notes
- About the Author
- Copyright
- About the Publisher