John L Pendergrass (34 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. Completing a triathlon at any age is a major achievement; finishing an IRONMAN Triathlon in your sixties is nothing short of inspirational. A true account of John Pendergrass' impossible goal of completing six IRONMAN Triathlons on six continents, all while in his sixties, Against the Odds will shatter your preconceptions of what a man in his golden years can accomplish. For most people, their sixties are a time to slow down, take things easy, and reflect on a life well lived. Not for Pendergrass. As his sixtieth birthday loomed, he longed for a challenge that would push him to his limits and drive him to achieve something that few people had ever done before. Pendergrass found his answer in the IRONMAN Triathlon, the world's most difficult endurance event: an intimidating 2.4 mile swim in open water, a grueling 112 mile bike ride, and an exhausting 26.2 mile run-all in the same day. A total of 140.6 miles, nonstop. a monumental task for men half his age. Against the Odds follows Pendergrass through each arduous step as he struggles against time, doubt, and his own physical limitations to arrive tired, but victorious at the finish line. From the deserts of Arizona to the bush of South Africa, from the beaches of Brazil to the coasts of New Zealand, this journey chronicles not only the races themselves, but also the breathtaking countries that host them. Told with modesty and humor, Against the Odds is a story of impressive drive and incredible courage that will inspire you to new heights many could only dream of reaching.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The inspiring and real life story of a man in his sixties competing in six Ironman triathlons across six continents.Completing a triathlon at any age is a major achievement; finishing an IRONMAN Triathlon in your sixties is nothing short of inspirational. A true account of John Pendergrass' impossible goal of completing six IRONMAN Triathlons on six continents, all while in his sixties, Against the Odds will shatter your preconceptions of what a man in his golden years can accomplish.For most people, their sixties are a time to slow down, take things easy, and reflect on a life well lived. Not for Pendergrass. As his sixtieth birthday loomed, he longed for a challenge that would push him to his limits and drive him to achieve something that few people had ever done before.Pendergrass found his answer in the IRONMAN Triathlon, the world's most difficult endurance event: an intimidating 2.4 mile swim in open water, a grueling 112 mile bike ride, and an exhausting 26.2 mile run-all in the same day. A total of 140.6 miles, nonstop. a monumental task for men half his age.Against the Odds follows Pendergrass through each arduous step as he struggles against time, doubt, and his own physical limitations to arrive tired, but victorious at the finish line. From the deserts of Arizona to the bush of South Africa, from the beaches of Brazil to the coasts of New Zealand, this journey chronicles not only the races themselves, but also the breathtaking countries that host them. Told with modesty and humor, Against the Odds is a story of impressive drive and incredible courage that will inspire you to new heights many could only dream of reaching. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. 2018 GOLD MEDAL WINNER (MILITARY WRITERS SOCIETY OF AMERICA)This award-winning Vietnam War memoir from an Air Force flight surgeon is "a superb, first-hand account of combat flying" (Dan Hampton, New York Times-bestselling author of Viper Pilot)In 1971, United States Air Force flight surgeon John Pendergrass spent much of his time in the backseat of an F-4 Phantom, racing across the skies of Vietnam.Forty-five years later, he boards an altogether different type of aircraft and heads back to Vietnam for an altogether different kind of race-an IRONMAN triathlon.A veteran of IRONMAN triathlons on six continents,Racing Back to Vietnamfollows John's year in combat and his return to Vietnam, revisiting a country that, for him, is bound up in history, memory and emotion. A memoir of war as seen from the skies and a reflection on life's high adventure, John tries to reconcile the Vietnam he saw from the backseat of a fighter jet with today's modern Vietnam.Thought-provoking, heartfelt and gripping,Racing Back to Vietnamis one man's trip back through time on a journey of rediscovery. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Condition: As New. : Adéntrate en la inspiradora historia de John Pendergrass en 'Contra viento y marea: Las aventuras de un hombre de sesenta años compitiendo en seis de los triatlones más duros del mundo a través de seis continentes'. Este libro narra el increíble desafío de Pendergrass al completar seis triatlones IRONMAN en seis continentes diferentes, demostrando que la edad es solo un número cuando se persiguen los sueños. Desde los desiertos de Arizona hasta la selva de Sudáfrica, pasando por las playas de Brasil y las costas de Nueva Zelanda, este relato te llevará a un viaje emocionante lleno de coraje, determinación y superación personal. Descubre cómo Pendergrass desafió los límites físicos y mentales para alcanzar una meta que muchos considerarían imposible, inspirándote a perseguir tus propios desafíos sin importar la edad. EAN: 9781578264261 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Deportes y Recreación Título: Against the Odds Autor: John L. Pendergrass Editorial: Hatherleigh Press Idioma: en Páginas: 224 Formato: tapa blanda.…

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Condition: New. Num Pages: 210 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSKQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358. . 2013. Paperback. . . . .

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Condition: New. Num Pages: 210 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSKQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358. . 2013. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The inspiring and real life story of a man in his sixties competing in six Ironman triathlons across six continents.Completing a triathlon at any age is a major achievement; finishing an IRONMAN Triathlon in your sixties is nothing short of inspirational. A true account of John Pendergrass' impossible goal of completing six IRONMAN Triathlons on six continents, all while in his sixties, Against the Odds will shatter your preconceptions of what a man in his golden years can accomplish.For most people, their sixties are a time to slow down, take things easy, and reflect on a life well lived. Not for Pendergrass. As his sixtieth birthday loomed, he longed for a challenge that would push him to his limits and drive him to achieve something that few people had ever done before.Pendergrass found his answer in the IRONMAN Triathlon, the world's most difficult endurance event: an intimidating 2.4 mile swim in open water, a grueling 112 mile bike ride, and an exhausting 26.2 mile run-all in the same day. A total of 140.6 miles, nonstop. a monumental task for men half his age.Against the Odds follows Pendergrass through each arduous step as he struggles against time, doubt, and his own physical limitations to arrive tired, but victorious at the finish line. From the deserts of Arizona to the bush of South Africa, from the beaches of Brazil to the coasts of New Zealand, this journey chronicles not only the races themselves, but also the breathtaking countries that host them. Told with modesty and humor, Against the Odds is a story of impressive drive and incredible courage that will inspire you to new heights many could only dream of reaching. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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Condition: New. John Pendergrass is an ophthalmologist who lives and practices in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He has currently finished more that 50 triathlons and continues to seek out new races and new challenges, big and small.Completing a triathlon at any age .