“Whatever burden you carry (and we all have one) this story will point you to strength beyond yourself. Read it twice!” (John Ortberg, author and pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church)
“Running on Faith is a triumph! Jason Lester is proof that as one wise man said, “Triumph is when you try and add a little umph! Jason Lester shows us ALL that you can achieve whatever you put your mind body and soul into!” (Rev Run, author of Words of Wisdom: Daily Affirmations of Faith from Run's House to Yours)
“Jason’s story is a must read! It is a true testimony of the human spirit and confirmation that we all have so much more in us than we may believe. The challenges he conquered will create a shift in your life” (Tyrese Gibson, singer and actor)
“I stand humbled and enamored of the triumph that Jason has made of his life. It is his dedication and determination that impresses me. He has made an art of his sport and of his life. His life inspires mine.” (Stephen Holland, official sports artist of the Los Angeles Kings)
“Lester has written his book with the belief that ‘if someone applies just one of the lessons in it, it will help them find their purpose.’ The path he’s travelled to reveal his purpose in life hasn’t been easy. But he’s learned to view adversity as a challenge.” (West Hawaii Today)
“Jason Lester is proof that a dysfunctional home, physical trauma and personal loss aren’treasons to quit on life.” (Charisma Magazine)
“You’ll be encouraged and inspired by his miraculous story as well as learn how to achieve a true competitor’s mindset over adversity...Jason’s story is truly remarkable, proof of what dedication, heart, and a never-say-quit attitude can create.” (The Christian Critic)
“Athlete and author Jason Lester didn’t let his paralyzed arm stop himfrom achieving his goal of becoming an Ultraman. His inspiring storywill motivate you to push harder in life and believe that you can doanything.” (Guideposts)
“His life is an excellent example of what can happen when someone decides togo for a dream and refuses to give up.” (The Beach Reporter)
“...a powerful, motivating read with lessons anyone can benefit from in their own life.” (examiner.com (Dallas edition))
“We all push our bodies and minds, but sometimes you want to quit. You won’t want to quitagain after reading this book.” (Serious Running Blog)
“Drawing on faith, Lester managed to keep going…and going…and going.” (weareaustin.com)
Jason Lester is one of the world's finest physically challenged extreme athletes. He is the first male triathlete to win ESPN's ESPY award, winning in 2009 for best male athlete with a disability. He has competed in more than seventy races, including the Arizona Ironman, Western Australia Ironman, Hawaii Ironman World Championship, Ultraman Canada, and Ultraman World Championship in Hawaii. He lives and trains in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
