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Sole Sisters: Stories of Women and Running

Sole Sisters: Stories of Women and Running

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Authors: Jennifer Lin, Susan Warner
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 11 reviews
Sales Rank: 80249

Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 144
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 6.8 x 4.9 x 0.6

ISBN: 0740757113
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.42092
EAN: 9780740757112
ASIN: 0740757113

Publication Date: March 1, 2006
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Half of all runners are women, and they are changing the face of the sport. It's a social outlet, a healthful way to improve mental well-being, and an opportunity to form bonds with like-minded women.

Sole Sisters: Stories of Women and Running is a gripping collection of stories that captures the inspirational heart of the women's running boom. Authors Jennifer Lin and Susan Warner have interviewed women of all ages from all walks of life and all parts of the country. All of their subjects have one thing in common: Running has transformed them. There are both heartrending stories of grief and survival and lighthearted tales of friendship. Among them are:

" Sisters who competed in a 5K race to honor a sister who survived breast cancer.

" A 9/11 widow who ran her first marathon to honor the memory of her husband.

" A 65-year-old woman who overcame obesity and alcoholism to finish the grueling Ironman triathlon.

" An unknown runner from Norway named Grete Waitz who decided to run a marathon-and changed the face of the sport.

Sole Sisters is not just for women who run. It appeals to all women who know what it means to have the support of others who share their trials and triumphs. Sometimes touching, sometimes funny, and always inspiring, Sole Sisters has the makings of a runaway hit.




Customer Reviews:   Read 6 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars woman runners!   June 27, 2007
all woman runners should read this book!
it is well worth the time and money!!



5 out of 5 stars A Collection of Running Stories   April 12, 2007
These personal stories of runners are perfect to share with your running friends. They'll get you all motivated to keep it up.


5 out of 5 stars Another Sole Sister   January 9, 2007
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I had never read this book, but after reading a review, purchased it for two running friends. It was a hit! One copy has now been passed around to at least 3 different readers. The chapters are good, motivational, real to life running adventures. I would recommend it to both walkers and runners, beginners to advanced.


5 out of 5 stars Ready for more!   November 20, 2006
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I very much enjoyed the personal nature of the story each runner had to tell. One or two were a little to much brag for me. Most provided inspiration and joy at the growth the runner achieved by their running. More than a couple brought a tear to my eye. I encourage the writers to create an annual supplement. (Keep it simple and don't over do it the way the Chicken Soup guys have done.) I look forward to more!

Thanks. egm, Vermont



5 out of 5 stars Inspiring and Motivating   November 7, 2006
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

Great book. No matter what your sport or fitness regime, the stories in this book will inspire and motivate you to overcome whatever obstacles stand in your way.

The lessons can be applied to any struggle you might be facing, from relationships to business to yep, even learning how to run. The stories are short and easy to read--great if you don't have much time to indulge.

These amazing and uplifting stories of the power of women would make a great gift for any woman (or man). Give a copy to all your "sisters".


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