On a Rising Swell
A high-speed glide through Florida surf culture and a deep dive into the lore of a classic surfing destination.Not far from where the Apollo 11 rocket launched to the moon, surfers make their way to the shore in the night. Clutching their surfboards, they chase a familiar dream: more speed, more altitude, and going beyond the limits of what has been done before. For that, they want to be the first ones to catch the early morning waves.In this book, Dan Reiter chronicles stories of the sport on Florida's Space Coast, a region that has produced some of the world's finest surf champions, Pipe masters, and surfboard builders. On this stretch of sand between Cape Canaveral and Sebastian Inlet, Florida's surf history reaches back to the native Ais people of the Atlantic Coast and continues to the elites of today, including Kelly Slater, Caroline Marks, and CJ Hobgood. Reiter offers insights into the evolution of surfboard shaping and design, the distinctive culture of the East Coast surfboard industry, and the traits and traditions that make Florida surfing unique.United by the background of Florida sun, soaring blue skies, and shifting sandbars, each one of this book's eclectic chapters tells its own story of passion and pursuit. Weaving together history, personal experiences, and interviews with the greats, Reiter redefines surf literature and invites readers to share in the thrill of a rising swell.
Child of Storms
A Lifelong Dance with the Ocean: Sam George's Unforgettable Surfing MemoirIn "Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir In Progress," Sam George, one of surfing's most esteemed storytellers, offers an intimate look at his remarkable life spent chasing waves around the globe. From his first wave in Waikiki to the latest in Malibu, George's adventures span continents and decades, intertwining humorous escapades with moments of profound reflection. Whether navigating treacherous breaks in Africa, surfing with Hollywood icons, or dodging danger in Rio, George's tales capture the essence of a life lived on the edge, always in rhythm with the ocean.Sam George has spent over 40 years chronicling surfing as a writer, editor, and documentary filmmaker, and his efforts have long since established him asa legendary figure in the surfing world. His work, including the Emmy-winning documentary "Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau," has solidified his reputation as one of world's leading voices in surfing.This book is full of a rich tapestry of stories that offer more than just surfing anecdotes. George's memoir is a tribute to the spirit of adventure, the pursuit of passion, and the deep connection between a surfer and the sea. Perfect for surf enthusiasts and those who appreciate a well-lived life, "Child of Storms" is an engaging, immersive experience that will resonate with anyone drawn to the ocean's call.
Reeds Pbo Small Craft Almanac 2025
In a practical handy format the Reeds PBO Small Craft Almanac, published in association with Practical Boat Owner, covers all of the UK and Ireland, as well as the North Atlantic coastline from Denmark to the Gironde. The Reeds PBO Small Craft Almanac may be more compact and concise than the Reeds Nautical Almanac but it contains a wealth of indispensable navigational data specially tailored for small craft sailors, presented in an easy-to-find, quick-reference manner for on-board use. Streamlined to focus on tidal data (tide tables, tidal streams and tidal curves), the Small Craft Almanac is meticulously researched and includes a huge amount of information of value to small craft navigators: as well as tidal data it includes secondary port differences; 2,500+ waypoints; radio data; light recognition; weather information; principal lights; IALA buoyage; international codes and flags; sun/moon rise/set times, and emergency information. Reeds PBO Small Craft Almanac represents excellent value for money for those who don't need the more comprehensive marina data, passage information and chartlets of the full Reeds Almanac. Also available: free supplements of up-to-date navigation changes from January to June at: www.reedsnauticalalmanac.co.uk
Splicing Modern Ropes 2nd Edition
The definitive guide to making strong, reliable splices in braided rope, using step-by-step photographs and clear instructions to help readers master this important but tricky skill. For any seafarer, splicing rope is an essential skill. But the traditional 3-strand rope is fast disappearing. So how do you splice braided rope? This is the ultimate guide to this crucial knowledge. Most of the techniques are easy to master - and also fun to do. See why splices are better - and stronger - than knots or shackles for joining or shortening rope, and follow the photographs and steps to find out how to splice efficiently. In this fully updated second edition, you will learn how to: - Select ropes in the materials that best suit your on-board requirements- Customise your ropes to make your setup easier and safer- Optimise your deck layout and save weight on board- Taper your sheets for ease of handling- Splice an extra cover on your ropes to give better grip in clutches, avoid chafe and make them last longer While a knot can reduce the strength of a rope by as much as 50%, a well-spliced rope loses only 5-10%. The techniques, insights and suggestions within these pages will be invaluable to all boaters, whether recreational or commercial. This refreshed new edition has been updated to take in to account developments in fibre technology and includes new splicing techniques and updated photography.
Pindito
Edi Frommenwiler had no ship-building experience before he and his wife Ella embarked on a personal quest to construct Pindito in 1992. For twelve years they single-handedly pioneered travel to what is now known to be the most important place on Earth for marine conservation - the heart of the Coral Triangle. Pindito continues this spirit of discovery. Twenty two times a year guests join expeditions and share in the chance to explore some famous and also, lesser known reefs and islands of eastern Indonesia.
How the Old Fella Done It
The classic Grand Banks Dory became the most-built wooden rowboat in history between the mid-1800s and early 1900s. It's classic form was ideal for codfishing on the Grand Banks, and each boatbuilding town evolved it's own methods and traditions. Today only one unbroken string of dory builders reminas--Milford Buchanan in Shelburne, Nova Scotis is still building the Shelburne Dory the way the Old Fellas taught him. This is his story.
50 Great Inland Cruising Routes in the Netherlands
This guide, which by this its sixth edition has already been hailed as one of the most thorough and up to date guides to inland waterways cruising in the Netherlands, provides detailed information on over 50 cruising routes in the country's 12 different provinces. Aimed at motor yachts cruising the 3,500kms of Dutch waterways that offer at least 4.0 metres air draft, the guide includes step-by-step navigation details for each route; bridge and lock opening procedures and times; descriptions of moorings and facilities; useful sources of information on every aspect of Netherlands cruising; a glossary of important Dutch terms, and tips offering unique insights into particular locations. It is the first book to provide this level of detail and to be written to supplement the national Nautical Maps (Waterkaarten) app and charts. It even corrects numerous errors to be found in this and other apps and published guides. This latest edition also includes a full index. The guide is written by Andy Mulholland and Machiel Lambooij, members of the Cruising Association's European Inland Waterways Section (EIWS), who have cruised virtually every waterway in the Netherlands over the past decade, and edited by fellow EIWS member Gordon Knight. It is updated annually via reports from CA members actively cruising the inland waterways (several hundred of which are submitted each year) and includes a 15 per cent discount offer on first year's CA membership to purchasers applying online during the year. Members can download the free digital edition of this guide (and of 24 further inland waterways guides) as well as the Cruising Association's proprietary CAptain's Mate app, which enables them to access the most up-to-date information on routes and mooring locations.
Cruising the Inland Waterways of France and Belgium
This guide, now in its 29th edition, is firmly established as one of the most thorough and up to date guides to inland waterways cruising in France and Belgium (and Luxembourg). Annually updated each year by members of the Cruising Association's European Inland Waterways Section (EIWS) who actively cruise the waterways, it has the advantage that it is very much more detailed and up to date than other published guides. It also indicates what moorings are like, not just their location. In an extensive introduction and detailed information section, it explains the character of the various waterways; the challenges to be overcome; the equipment needed; licences and regulations; sources of further information; 'rules of the road' and many other items of interest to the inland waterways cruiser. This latest edition also includes maps of each waterway and a full index in addition to an index of waterways. It also includes a 15 per cent discount offer on first year's CA membership to purchasers joining online during the year. Members can download the free digital edition of this guide (and of 24 further inland waterways guides) as well as the Cruising Association's proprietary CAptain's Mate app, which enables them to access the most up-to-date information on routes and mooring locations.
Navigation Rules and Regulations
FULLY UPDATED EDITION 2025 BLACK AND WHITE EDITION The Navigation Rules and Regulations for International and Inland waters are essential tools for mariners, providing detailed guidance on vessel conduct in both oceanic and inland waterways. Mandated by Inland Navigation Rule 1(g)/33 CFR 83.01(g), every self-propelled vessel over 12 meters must have a copy on board for quick reference. This comprehensive document encompasses critical elements such as the application of rules, responsibilities, definitions, steering, and sailing regulations to navigate effectively in varying visibility conditions. It emphasizes safe practices, from maintaining lookout duties to understanding maneuvering signals and light specifications, ensuring systematic navigation to prevent collisions and promote maritime safety across diverse waterways.This edition, distinct from the amalgamated rules provided by the United Coast Guard on their website, presents the international rules first, followed by the inland regulations. This deliberate separation enhances readability and comprehension, allowing mariners to quickly reference the relevant rules based on their navigation context, rather than sorting through a combined set of regulations, which may lead to confusion.Iustitia Mater stands at the forefront of legal publishing, committed to the accuracy and relevancy of law texts. With a philosophy centered around the ongoing evolution of legal frameworks, Iustitia Mater ensures that its publications are routinely updated to reflect the most current laws, regulations, and interpretations. This dedication not only aids legal professionals in staying informed but also empowers them to navigate the complexities of law with confidence. iustitiamater@outlook.com
Narrowboat Insights
Although this book is primarily for boating novices or those contemplating acquiring or hiring a narrowboat, I hope experienced skippers will enjoy reading the stories and reliving similar events from their past. This book is all about learning to become a competent narrowboat captain. The book is part adventure story and part training manual. It's essentially 'learn by example' via a collection of twenty narrowboat journeys that took place over the period 2005 to 2020 when Covid forced their end. The book is not a travelogue. All the locations mentioned have excellent descriptions and images online and elsewhere. No, it's a piece about family and friends and their adventures on hired narrowboats. It's about the pleasures of spending a week or two aboard these quaint craft. It's about recovering from mistakes and learning from those experiences. And finally, it's about living in the moment in a parallel universe as glorious British countryside drifts by at less than four miles per hour.
Cruising the River Moselle/Mosel
This guide is published by the European Inland Waterways Section of the Cruising Association (CA). The River Moselle, which runs for 394kms from Neuves-Maison in France through Luxembourg and Germany (where it is known as the Mosel) to finally join the Rhine at Koblenz, has hitherto been poorly served with cruising guides to what is widely regarded as one of Europe's most beautiful waterways. This guide is now the first to provide comprehensive information on this cruising route in English. Aimed at motor yachts with a draught of 2.5m or below and capable of reducing air draft to a maximum of 4.4m, the guide includes step-by-step navigation details for the river, including distances; bridge heights; lock dimensions and VHF channels; descriptions of moorings and facilities, and information on the sights, culture and visitor attractions along the route. It is written by CA members Andy and Gwen Mulholland, who have cruised extensively over the past decade in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, and edited by Gordon Knight. It will be updated regularly via reports from CA members actively cruising the waterways, several hundred of which are submitted each year, and includes a 15 per cent discount offer on first year's CA membership to purchasers applying online during the year. Members then have access to additional hyperlinks to the CA's proprietary CAptain's Mate app, enabling them to read the most up to date information on mooring locations and navigation restrictions as they are posted.
Just Add Water
A candid and inspiring memoir from Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and one of the best swimmers ever to compete: Katie Ledecky. Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a three-time Olympian, a seven-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time NCAA Champion, and a world record-holder in individual swimming events. Time and again, the question is posed to her family, her coaches, and to her--what makes her a champion? Now, for the first time, she shares what it takes to compete at an elite level. Again and again, Ledecky has broken records: those of others and, increasingly, her own. She is both consistent and innovative--consistent at setting goals and shattering them, and innovative in the way she approaches her training. A true competitor, she sets her goals by choosing the ones that feel the scariest. But, crucially, she never sacrifices the joy of competition, even in the face of adversity. Her positive mental outlook and a great support system provides the springboard to her success. Just Add Water charts Ledecky's life in swimming. It details her start in Bethesda, Maryland, where she played sharks and minnows and first discovered the joy of the pool; her early foray into the Olympics at the tender age of fifteen where, as the youngest member of the American team, she stunned everyone by winning her first gold medal; her time balancing competition and her education at Stanford University; how she developed a champion's mindset that has allowed her to persevere through so many meets, even under intense pressure; and how she has maintained her dominance in a sport where success depends on milliseconds. You learn how every element of her life--from the support of her family to the tutelage of her coaches, from her childhood spent in summer league swimming to the bright lights of Olympic pools in London, Rio, and Tokyo--set her up to become the champion she is. In the end, Katie's story is about testing yourself against the difficult, and seeing who you become on the other side.
Powered By Chlorine Competitive Swimmer Daily Swim Training Log
Powered By Chlorine Swimming Logbook, Training and PB Tracker and Journal is an essential tool for any serious swimmer who wants to stay on top of their training regimen. Includes sections for tracking the gritty details of your swimming and dryland training-including reps, drills, distance, intervals, and intensity-you'll have everything you need to keep your training organized and focused to track your success.Logbook includes space to record warm-ups, pre-sets, main sets, and cool downs, track your PBs and nutrition intake, and set monthly goals to stay motivated and prepared to upcoming events with your A-Game ready to GO!Simple design for dedicated athletes looking for a no fuss notebook to document your swimming progress, achievements and stay accountable.Extremely user friendly, written by a fellow competitive swimmer and former coach!✅ Record the gritty details of your swimming training - Reps, Drills, Distance, Intervals, Intensity, Total Dist & Total Laps✅ Record the sweaty sets of your dryland training✅ Note Your Warm Ups, Pre-Sets, Main Set and Cooldown✅ Record your PBs and Nutrition Intake✅ Stay Motivated with Monthly Training Tracker & Goal Setting✅ Daily Records of your training schedule✅ 8.5"x11"✅ No Expiration - undated layout for extended use✅ Daily AM & PM Training Schedule, never be late for your workout✅ Plus Daily focus, space to jot down feedback/reminders, mood trackerThe undated layout makes it perfect for extended use, and its handy 6"x9" size means it's easy to carry wherever you go. Whether you're logging AM or PM workouts, the daily schedule to help you stay on track. With added space for reminders, focus notes, and a mood tracker, it's an invaluable companion for any competitive swimmer, devoted swim mom, or seasoned coach.
Big Wave Surfing Wall Calendar 2026
THE THRILL OF SURFING: Drop in to the adventure, athleticism, and majesty of the ocean with this calendar inspired by energy and excitement of surfing. ACCLAIMED SURF PHOTOGRAPHER: No one can capture the thrill of a big wave like Russel Ord. Feel the power of the waves with his up-close photos that put you inside the barrel. GREAT GIFT: Surfers, swimmers, and beachgoers will be able to feel the ocean vibes all year with this calendar that brings you to the waves, even if you can't hop on your board. NOW PLASTIC-FREE!: Workman wall calendars are completely plastic-free! Now printed with an extended paper flap closed with a fully recyclable seal--no more shrink-wrap!
Surfing in the Sixties
The 1960s was a decade like no other ... the culture, the music and the fashions. It also saw a surfing boom that bred innovation in surfboard design, changes in lifestyle, and most importantly, the development of ' surf ' photography. Mal Sutherland, John Pennings, Barrie Sutherland and Bob Weeks were pioneers of the genre - four young guys who blended their love of the beach with a passion for photography. Contrasted with this era when the whole planet goes surfing, in Australia in the sixties, riding a surfboard was the exclusive domain of either the very poor, or the wealthy. Consequently, many of us chose the poverty path, throwing our fate to the winds, rejecting the post-war consumerism and the suburban, Saturday Evening Post dream. We just went surfing, with no thought to tomorrow. Consequently, our cars were old jalopies crammed with bodies and boards, to share the petrol pennies around. Our wardrobe was goodwill - and sparse. Our dreams were of next day's surf, which meant five or six hours of paddling, take-offs, speed trim thrills, and attempting new manoeuvres as they were developed. We made better and better boards as our skill level quickly increased.
Boat Buying Basics
The essential handbook for making your boat-buying journey stress-freeBuying a boat in today's environment can be confusing, whether you're looking for a fishing boat, a sailboat or powerboat, or a yacht, and whether you're planning to spend weekends offshore or become a live-aboard cruiser. The typical consumer has many options, from searching for boats on eBay or Facebook Marketplace to engaging a buyer's broker to stand by your side and guide you each step of the way. Boat Buying Basics takes you through how to find and purchase the boat that will best fulfill your dreams and needs. The process is presented chronologically, starting at the very beginning--when boat ownership is just a dream--with a focus on educational steps, such as attending boat shows and considering the pros and cons of renting or chartering. From there, veteran broker Melanie Sunshine Neale provides clear, step-by-step guidance on researching and analyzing boat listings, understanding the survey, making the purchase, navigating the complexities of the closing, and securing insurance and financing. This guide also includes suggestions of further resources that will enable you to enjoy your new boat to the fullest. Helpful checklists and questionnaires throughout make this book an accessible resource to bring with you on your search.
Paddle Tales
What happens on a canoe trip stays on a canoe trip-or does it? From the mouths of eight different storytellers-family members and friends of various ages, who've spent twenty years canoe tripping together-Paddle Tales offers true accounts of adventure, drama, and lessons learned on the rivers and lakes of Northern Saskatchewan. You can't make this stuff up! From tips, tricks, packing lists, menu ideas, and trip notes to stories of white-water mishaps, inclement weather, up-close views of wildlife, and family bonding, this book has a little something for everyone: budding or seasoned canoeists, wilderness enthusiasts, and those who simply appreciate the back country stories from a safe distance. Here in these pages, readers will find themselves humbled by the intensity of the Canadian Shield, the strength of body and mind required to thrive in the wilderness, and the increasing evidence of peace the further one gets from the bustle of urban life. Discover what connecting to nature means for each unique canoeist, and what keeps them going back year after year.
Paddle Tales
What happens on a canoe trip stays on a canoe trip-or does it? From the mouths of eight different storytellers-family members and friends of various ages, who've spent twenty years canoe tripping together-Paddle Tales offers true accounts of adventure, drama, and lessons learned on the rivers and lakes of Northern Saskatchewan. You can't make this stuff up! From tips, tricks, packing lists, menu ideas, and trip notes to stories of white-water mishaps, inclement weather, up-close views of wildlife, and family bonding, this book has a little something for everyone: budding or seasoned canoeists, wilderness enthusiasts, and those who simply appreciate the back country stories from a safe distance. Here in these pages, readers will find themselves humbled by the intensity of the Canadian Shield, the strength of body and mind required to thrive in the wilderness, and the increasing evidence of peace the further one gets from the bustle of urban life. Discover what connecting to nature means for each unique canoeist, and what keeps them going back year after year.
Underwater
"Horrifying stuff that we desperately need to know." -- Scott Ostler, sports columnist, San Francisco Chronicle Backed by hundreds of interviews and thousands of pages of USA Swimming files subpoenaed by the FBI, Irvin Muchnick uncovers a generation of cover-ups involving some of the sport's biggest names The hundreds of millions who watch the thrilling spectacle of the Olympics are unaware of the extent to which their entertainment is undergirded by the systematic abuse by coaches of the underage athletes they develop. Many flag-waving fans gained some sense of the problem from the USA Gymnastics scandals, but for generations, the crimes in swimming have caused a much wider tsunami of pain and trauma around the world. Backed by thousands of pages of FBI files and the author's independent investigations, Underwater is the first comprehensive account of this ongoing and unacceptable phenomenon. Irvin Muchnick, a well-known chronicler of the dark side of sports, pulls together shocking stories involving some of the most iconic coaches in swimming history and some of the sport's most celebrated programs -- including Michael Phelps's. The book lays the blame not just at the feet of individual villains but also at a system that casually commodifies and sexualizes the vulnerable and non-consenting, prioritizing the pursuit of athletic scholarships, Olympic medals, glory, and riches. Underwater arrives just as a congressional commission has called for the first fundamental changes in the U.S. youth sports system in half a century. In the author's estimation, this reform is the only real way to protect kids from the predation of the money-first stewards of professionalized sports.
Mindfulness for Digital Submarines and Soap
Discover the power of mindfulness in a digital world with Mindfulness in the Digital Age. This comprehensive guide explores the benefits of mindfulness, how it can enhance well-being, and strategies for incorporating mindfulness into everyday life. From managing stress and maintaining focus in the workplace to fostering relationships and personal growth, this book offers invaluable insights and practical techniques for navigating the challenges of the digital age.
Wild Swimming Coloring Pages For Adults & Teens
Wild Swimming Quotes Coloring Book for Open Water EnthusiastsTake the plunge into a world of creativity and relaxation with our Wild Swimming Quotes Coloring Book, designed especially for Open Water Swimmers, Ocean Lovers and those with a love for the beach.8.5" x 11" coloring bookFeatures 30 beautifully designed illustrations, each capturing the beauty and serenity of wild swimming.Tasteful and Inspiring Designs: Each page showcases elegant, tasteful images that reflect the freedom and tranquility of open water swimming.Motivational Quotes: Includes motivational quotes to keep swimmers focused and inspired, both in and out of the water.Create Your Own Posters: Every illustration is printable, allowing you to create and decorate your space with your colored masterpieces to stay inspired every day.Relaxation and Stress Relief: Coloring is a proven way to relax and reduce anxiety. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or soothe your soul after a swim, these coloring pages offer a perfect escape.Good for the Soul: Immerse yourself in a creative activity that promotes mindfulness, reduces stress, and nurtures the soul. Coloring can help you stay present, find joy in simple pleasures, and reconnect with your inner self.Enjoy your journey into the heart of open water swimming, relaxation, inspiration, and a creative outlet for every wild water swimmer!
Ocean Speed
Four hundred nautical miles remained on Captain Bob's singlehanded passage from Mauritius to South Africa when maritime duty called making those the most difficult sea miles ever sailed over the prior twenty-six years. He delayed the pleasures of a safe harbor and risked his yacht and life to save a fellow mariner from peril at sea.This autobiographic nautical adventure recounts the foundation for the events of those days south of Madagascar by reviewing sailing skills gained and confidence acquired while sailing to the Channel Islands off the California coast, yacht club racing earning boat of the year honors, Great Lakes Singlehanded Society competition, redesigning a custom steel sloop, attending a demanding maritime school to earn a coveted international professional mariners license, skippering charter boats, and instructing sailing classes in St. Petersburg, Florida.He presents ocean cruising preparation by making upgrades to steering, navigation, safety, refrigeration, watermaking, radio communications, and the addition of wind and solar power to ensure reliable performance under demanding sailing conditions far out at sea. Other takeaways for those considering singlehanded ocean sailing are watchkeeping procedures while sleeping, daily life under sail, the requirements to legally enter nation-states, and respecting rules, regulations, and customs of societies far different from the homeland.Side stories illuminate those who attempt to leverage power over others and single women wandering the planet crewing, some wanting to be entertained by a single skipper aboard a substantial sailing yacht. Feel the knockdowns, the recoveries, the losses, and redemptions, and live the event that led him to reluctantly allow the long-lived sailing adventure to slip into memory.
Competitive Diving Illustrated
There is no book on how to do competitive diving like this one on the market today that could help improve the performance of any coach, diver, or judge. Hobie Billingsley is regarded as the World's Greatest Diving Coach. His wealth of experience, knowledge, and teaching methods and cues will shorten the learning curve of any serious coach or diver.This is truly the science of competitive diving. Hobie's application of physics that are not well understood are explained in great detail how to perform every dive. The dives are grouped in categories: Forward, backward, reverse, inward, twisting, and concludes with tower diving.This book belongs in the library of every serious coach and diver or school with a competitive diving program. Coaches who run summer diving camps would do well to provide this as a bonus to every one of their dive camp participants to help them learn the correct way to do dives.
Introduction to the European Inland Waterways
Several hundred boat owners take to the inland waterways of Europe every year, either for a change of cruising ground, a shortcut to the Med or Baltic or simply as a retreat from the rigours of sea sailing with advancing years. However, sources of information are scarce to answer such key questions as What's it like? Where are the best places? Do you need qualifications? Are there rules and regulations? What sort of boat is suitable? What preparations are required? Where can I go for maps and guides and further information? This new guide is designed to provide all the information needed to embark on the continental inland waterways. Written by members of the Cruising Association's European Inland Waterways Section (EIWS) and edited by Gordon Knight, the guide is aimed at both yacht and motor boat owners and includes advice on choosing or adapting a boat; the qualifications needed; preparing a boat to tackle the rivers, canals and locks; navigating safely; obtaining supplies and coping with communications and transport. Separate chapters on the four main cruising countries - France, Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands - describe the principal inland cruising routes and their attractions and list numerous additional sources of information from official bodies and tourist organisations, plus useful free apps to supplement them. Finally, it provides a brief taster of the attractions to be discovered further afield in countries such as Poland, Sweden and Norway. It also includes a 20 per cent discount offer on first year's membership for purchasers joining the CA online during the year.
Just Add Water
A New York Times bestselling memoir from Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and the most decorated US female Olympian in history: Katie Ledecky. Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a four-time Olympian, a nine-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time NCAA Champion, and a world record-holder in individual swimming events. At the 2024 Olympics in Paris, she became the most decorated US female Olympian of all time. Time and again, the question is posed to her family, her coaches, and to her--what makes her a champion? Now, for the first time, she shares what it takes to compete at an elite level. Again and again, Ledecky has broken records: those of others and, increasingly, her own. She is both consistent and innovative--consistent at setting goals and shattering them, and innovative in the way she approaches her training. A true competitor, she sets her goals by choosing the ones that feel the scariest. But, crucially, she never sacrifices the joy of competition, even in the face of adversity. Her positive mental outlook and a great support system provides the springboard to her success. Just Add Water charts Ledecky's life in swimming. It details her start in Bethesda, Maryland, where she played sharks and minnows and first discovered the joy of the pool; her early foray into the Olympics at the tender age of fifteen where, as the youngest member of the American team, she stunned everyone by winning her first gold medal; her time balancing competition and her education at Stanford University; how she developed a champion's mindset that has allowed her to persevere through so many meets, even under intense pressure; and how she has maintained her dominance in a sport where success depends on milliseconds. You learn how every element of her life--from the support of her family to the tutelage of her coaches, from her childhood spent in summer league swimming to the bright lights of Olympic pools in London, Rio, and Tokyo--set her up to become the champion she is. In the end, Katie's story is about testing yourself against the difficult, and seeing who you become on the other side.
