Author: Michael E King
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Embark on an extraordinary journey with "Sunisa Lee: Navigating Gymnastic Heights - A Journey from the Mat to Olympic Triumph," a riveting exploration of dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of greatness. This compelling narrative unveils the awe-inspiring life of Sunisa Lee, a gymnast whose story transcends the boundaries of sports and culture.Follow Sunisa from her early days on the gym mat, guided by familial bonds and an unyielding passion for gymnastics, to the historic heights of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics where she clinched the coveted all-around gold medal. Through triumphs and challenges, Sunisa's journey becomes a testament to the power of determination and the indomitable spirit that propels her to Olympic glory. This book intricately weaves together the threads of Sunisa's cultural heritage, celebrating her identity as the first Hmong American gymnast to compete at the Olympics. Each page unfolds as a canvas, illustrating not only the physical prowess required in gymnastics but also the artistry and grace that set Sunisa apart on the world stage. As you delve into Sunisa Lee's remarkable story, you'll witness the fusion of athleticism and cultural representation, creating a narrative that goes beyond the confines of the gym. Her victories inspire, her challenges resonate, and her legacy becomes a beacon for aspiring gymnasts and dreamers everywhere. Experience the highs, the lows, and the triumphant crescendo as Sunisa Lee's journey unfolds-a journey that promises to captivate, inspire, and leave an indelible mark on your heart. "Sunisa Lee: Navigating Gymnastic Heights" is more than a story; it's an invitation to witness the extraordinary ascent of a gymnastics icon from the mat to the pinnacle of Olympic triumph.
Author: Blue Raspberry Publishing
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781070702186
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
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2020 will be a huge year for Tokyo, Japan. Athletes from all over will find this handy little 6" x 9" notebook great for writing down their amazing experiences there. Perfect as a gift as well for coaches, family and friends to present as a token of inspiration. Comes with a durable matte cover for a beautiful look and feel.
Author: Celeste Kiyoko Hall
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 111966408X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 236
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Make the most of your 2020 Olympic adventure! If you dream of traveling to the Olympic games but feel overwhelmed by the thought of a trip to Japan, then Tokyo 2020 Olympics For Dummies is for you. Hundreds of thousands of international travelers will arrive in Tokyo for the next Olympics to share in the worldwide camaraderie and watch world-class athletes in 33 sports. This book is your complete authority on how to join in! Learn about travel options, safety, customs, and facts about the Olympic Games. Tokyo is an amazing destination, and you’ll be prepared for the voyage of a lifetime with knowledge of Japanese culture and trip planning tips. Plan your trip to the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan Be prepared with tips on Japanese culture, customs, language, and more Learn about how the Olympic Games are structured to make the best of your time Stay stress free and have fun with international travel advice and Olympic facts! As you prepare for your once-in-a-lifetime excursion, keep this guide within easy reach!
Author: Mark J Preston
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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In "The Leap to Greatness: Sunisa Lee's Journey to Olympic Gold," delve into the riveting story of one of gymnastics' most extraordinary athletes. This compelling biography chronicles Sunisa Lee's rise from a humble upbringing in Minnesota to capturing the world's attention with her stunning performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. With unparalleled grace and tenacity, Lee's journey unfolds against a backdrop of rigorous training, personal sacrifices, and unyielding determination. This book offers an intimate portrait of the young gymnast who defied the odds to achieve her dreams, exploring her challenges and triumphs both on and off the mat. From her early days in a tight-knit Hmong-American community to the international stage, Lee's story is one of perseverance, resilience, and unrelenting passion. "The Leap to Greatness" provides readers with an inspiring look at the hard work behind the glittering accolades, offering insights into the mental and physical demands of elite sports. Through exclusive interviews, vivid anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses, this biography paints a vivid picture of Sunisa Lee's remarkable journey to Olympic glory and the profound impact she has made on the sport and beyond. For fans of gymnastics and anyone inspired by tales of overcoming adversity, "The Leap to Greatness" is a must-read celebration of a young woman's incredible leap from a small-town dreamer to an Olympic champion.
Author: Jon M. Fishman
Publisher: Lerner Publications TM
ISBN: 1728463874
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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Suni Lee won the gymnastics individual all-around gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Learn how this US gymnast achieves her remarkable routines and explore what her life is like outside of gymnastics.
Author: S. B. Sia
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1666737712
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 230
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Life presents us with challenges as well as opportunities. It confronts us with obstacles as we journey on, but it also offers us various pathways and routes that we can take. Comparing our life-journey to the travels we make in life, this book is an invitation to readers to face up to those challenges and to meet them through a series of reflections called “comma-moments”: the chance to “stop momentarily and mull things over,” or to “create space in time” as they go about the business of living from day to day. Like commas in a sentence, which help us to read and interpret its meaning properly, a life punctuated with short reflective breaks enables us to draw out its meaning and significance. Drawing on his vast educational background and diverse global travels, the author shares with readers some “thoughts for food” while on our life-journeys. These reflections, as well as anecdotes and stories, also avail themselves of the real-life experiences of others and the wisdom of many contemporary voices and historical figures throughout the world, especially those who have been concerned with the kind of reflection that will help as we move on in life. In particular, it discusses a conceptual life-map to aid us navigate our way in life and to step up to its challenges.
Author: Kyle Shewfelt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780228824404
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 294
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From three-time Olympian and Olympic champion Kyle Shewfelt, this is the inside story of his pursuit of gymnastics glory, his courageous comeback from two broken legs and how the difference makers in his life guided him along the way. Kyle Shewfelt was at the top of his sport: a polished performer with an unrelenting drive to be the very best carried him to the pinnacle of men's gymnastics and a historic Olympic gold medal for Canada on the floor exercise. But when a mistimed landing in a training session at the world championships leaves him with two broken legs just eleven months before the next Olympic Games, Kyle's self-belief is cast into doubt and he is forced to awaken a new level of determination to realize his final goal. Make It Happen is a motivational memoir that explores every aspect of Kyle's journey through sport. From his early years of cartwheeling around his home and falling in love with gymnastics, to his battles with perfectionism, taunting from a cruel bully and a stint of teenage rebellion, Kyle gives a gripping and honest glimpse into the pursuit of his Olympic dream. He takes readers behind-the-scenes to the epic Olympic after-parties and on the wave of post-Olympic fame while also shedding light on the darkness of injury, the intensity of elite training and the pressures of expectation. Throughout, he shares how he conquered fear and self-doubt with the help of dedicated family, friends, teammates, coaches and mentors - first to reach the Olympic Games, then to stand on top of the podium, then to comeback in the wake of a devastating injury and finally, to find a new sense of purpose in his life after retiring from elite sport. With his trademark candor and spirit, Kyle pays tribute to the difference makers in his career and shares a fresh perspective on how to nurture a champion. He details his winning formula and the factors that led to his triumphant success at the 2004 Athens Olympics and highlights the positive power of sport. This is a story of hope and resilience, and what it takes to "make it happen", no matter what the goal. PRAISE FOR MAKE IT HAPPEN: "Make It Happen has made a positive impact in the way I approach training, competition and life. Kyle blazed a new trail for Canadian gymnastics and showed us all that reaching the top of an Olympic podium is actually possible. He has been a difference maker in my life and his book continually filled me with new insights and fresh inspiration. I believe every athlete can benefit from reading it!" Ellie Black, 2x Olympian, 2017 World All-Around Silver medalist and 10x Pan Am Medalist "Make It Happen is a must-read for all athletes, parents and coaches. Kyle's journey is a great example of what it means to be athlete driven and parent/coach supported. I loved the honesty in which he shares his inner dialogue as he progressed and matured from a young tumbler to a world-class gymnast. This story is as much about Kyle's journey as a person as it about his journey as an Olympic Champion. Marnie McBean, OC, OLY, 3x Olympic Rowing Champion "Kyle's account of a life in sport is honest and raw. It brought laughter, surprise, excitement, tears, and above all, hope. . . The glimpses of his parents' pragmatic and unwavering support, coupled with their commitment to raising and a young man rather than an elite athlete, impacted me more than any how-to book on the same topic could ever accomplish. Make It Happen is compulsory reading for today's sport parent. Krista Thompson, Parent
Author: Dominique Moceanu
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451608675
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 287
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In this searing and riveting New York Times bestseller, Olympic gold medalist Dominique Moceanu reveals the dark underbelly of Olympic gymnastics, the true price of success…and the shocking secret about her past and her family that she only learned years later. At fourteen years old, Dominique Moceanu was the youngest member of the 1996 US Women’s Olympic Gymnastics team, the first and only American women’s team to take gold at the Olympics. Her pixyish appearance and ferocious competitive drive quickly earned her the status of media darling. But behind the fame, the flawless floor routines, and the million-dollar smile, her life was a series of challenges and hardships. Off Balance vividly delineates each of the dominating characters who contributed to Moceanu’s rise to the top, from her stubborn father and long-suffering mother to her mercurial coach, Bela Karolyi. Here, Moceanu finally shares the haunting stories of competition, her years of hiding injuries and pain out of fear of retribution from her coaches, and how she hit rock bottom after a public battle with her parents. But medals, murder plots, drugs, and daring escapes aside (all of which figure into Moceanu’s incredible journey), the most unique aspect of her life is the family secret that Moceanu discovers, opening a new and unexpected chapter in her adult life. A mysterious letter from a stranger reveals that she has a second sister—born with a physical disability and given away at birth—who has nonetheless followed in Moceanu’s footsteps in an astonishing way. A multilayered memoir that transcends the world of sports, Off Balance will touch anyone who has ever dared to dream of a better life.
Author: Gabrielle Douglas
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 0310740681
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 170
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The inspiring autobiography from Gabrielle Douglas—the first African-American gymnast in Olympic history to become the individual All-Around champion—revealing her journey from the time she first entered a gym to her gold-medal-winning performances. In the 2012 London Olympics, US gymnast Gabrielle Douglas stole hearts and flew high as the All-Around Gold Medal winner and the brightest star of the US gold-medal-winning women’s gymnastics team. That same year, Gabrielle was also named the 2012 Sportswoman of the Year by the Women's Sports Foundation. In this personal autobiography, Grace, Gold, and Glory My Leap of Faith, Gabrielle tells her story of faith, perseverance, and determination. Walk with Gabby Douglas through her journey of faith and what her family overcame, from the time she first entered a gymnasium to her gold-medal-winning performances, demonstrating to readers ages 13 and up that they can reach their dreams when they let themselves soar. Grace, Gold, and Glory My Leap of Faith: Is the official autobiography of renowned US gymnast Gabrielle Douglas Chronicles Gabrielle’s journey from her first practice to becoming a 2012 gold-winning US gymnast Celebrates Gabrielle as the first African-American gymnast in Olympic history to become the individual All-Around champion, and the first American gymnast to win gold in both the individual All-Around and team competitions at the same Olympics. Is one of the most inspiring books on the market today for reader ages 13 and up
Author: Nile Wilson
Publisher: White Owl
ISBN: 1526772027
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 147
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The down-to-earth Olympic medalist tells the story of the pressures and mental health struggles behind his successful gymnastic career. Nile Wilson is known to many as the gymnast who won a bronze medal for Great Britain at the 2016 Rio Olympics, and England’s most successful gymnast ever at a Commonwealth Games following his five medals in 2018. Yet, Nile is so much more than just an athlete. A YouTuber with over a million subscribers, a social media influencer, a successful businessman and entrepreneur, Nile is also an advocate for mental health awareness, and has been very open about his own personal struggles. In this book, Nile gives an unprecedented look into his true battle to be fit and ready for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics—throughout the Games and the aftermath. The public perception of Nile Wilson is focused on his humor, openness, and how down-to-earth he is. This book reveals the struggles behind the smiles, from the brutal reality of performing at an elite sporting level, to the mental health battles Nile has had to fight—and continues to fight—every day.
