When Big Boys Tri: It's Not the Race - It's the Journey [Paperback]

Michael Pate (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2003

An enlightening and highly motivational book, that will also tug at your heartstrings. Follow the first-year journey of a self-proclaimed couch potato, as he works toward his ambitious goal of completing his first triathlon. Starting his journey at 370 pounds sets him apart from what many would consider a "normal" triathlete, but that doesn’t stop him. You’ll be there every step of the way from his first bike ride around the neighborhood to the finish of his first triathlon. His story will relate to all who aspire to not only complete a triathlon, but to strive for a more athletic lifestyle. His love for life and family will indeed inspire you.

Editorial Reviews

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Guts, determination, humor, failure and success can all be found in When Big Boys Tri. -- Payne Williams, Author, 2003

Highly motivating! I recommend this book to anyone who aspires to 'get in the race' rather than merely spectating." -- Kimberly McAlister, Northwestern State University

About the Author

Michael Pate is not a professional athlete. He is not a world-famous author with a string of best-selling novels to his credit. He is, however, an exceptional man with a big heart and a never-say-die attitude about every endeavor he undertakes. He is a man who inspires all of those who know him with his optimism and love of life.

This inspiring account of the beginning of his journey towards personal fitness is offered as an encouragement to those who want to make a change but aren’t sure how to go about it.

Michael Pate lives in Louisiana with his wife Felicia and son Christopher. He is their hero.

Product Details

• Paperback: 136 pages
• Publisher: InstantPublisher.com (May 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591962560
• ISBN-13: 978-1591962564
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,475,100 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, January 17, 2004

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Daryl H (Denver) - See all my reviews

This review is from: When Big Boys Tri: It's Not the Race - It's the Journey (Paperback)

Just received this book as a gift and wished I would have found it several months ago. It removed all my doubts and reservations about entering my first triathlon. Doesn't deal with training, but gives a personal view that is honest and open about the fears that most face whether we are fat or thin. I am going to recommend it to my friends that are ready to get off...and start training.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For Girls Who Tri Also!!, August 31, 2004

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This review is from: When Big Boys Tri: It's Not the Race - It's the Journey (Paperback)

What an absolutely terrific book! Michael Pate has written such a motivational book with, "When Big Boys Tri." It is outstanding and a GREAT book for ALL triathletes - big boys, little boys, big girls...(well, you get the idea)

The book is inspirational for anyone consumed with the desire to complete a triathlon or to go on to their next triathlon. Throughout the book, Pate has interwoven truly unique and motivation sayings. My favorite was a thought-provoking poem written by Arnold Palmer.

"When Big Boys Tri" isn't really a book about reducing your time (although he has many great suggestions), and in some ways it is not so much a book about the races themselves. As the title indicates, Michael Pate has written a special book about the journey itself - as you strive for the triathlon race and as you strive toward being the best that God has designed for you.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for the person considering their first tri, January 13, 2004

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Paul Hodgson (Northridge, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: When Big Boys Tri: It's Not the Race - It's the Journey (Paperback)

An easy read, Michael makes you feel like you're sitting across from him, hearing his story in person. This guy has a real fire in his belly and his story is one that will motivate even the biggest couch potato out there. It allays the fears of the "big guys" who think they can't do it. He's no Shakespeare, but the guy has an incredible story to tell.