It takes an Ironman to finish

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

Chris needed to focus more on racing and not his record in racing

Would you ever listen to anything by Chris McCormack and Tim Vandehey again?

No. The writing suffered from being in the first person, and came across very negative and preachy. Chapter after chapter the rant continued. And chapter after chapter he keeps telling you and telling you and telling you how great he is. To sum it up: he is great, and won a lot more then anyone else.

Well, I came into the book with no Idea who Chris was. I learned that he is an amazing athlete, and in 3 sports! But the more I listen the less of an amazing person he became. I kept listening in the hopes that the main character would grow up a bit and learn something from his suffering/racing. I stopped reading about 4 hours in. Which would have put me somewhere in the bike part of the race.

What character would you cut from I'm Here to Win?

The ranting Chris.

Any additional comments?

If you are an age grouper. Or someone who wants positive motivation about the sports you love. Skip this book and find another. This book is about winning. And winning can only be shared by one man... Chris...

9 people found this helpful

Great way to pass the miles...

As a cyclist who spends many a ride scarfing down a new book, this one was purchased on a whim. Not really a fan of Triathlon, but knowing a tiny amount about "Macca" from seeing the 2010 edition of Kona Ironman on TV and the obvious rivalry portrayed, I thought this would be an interesting listen. Definitely the case. For anyone looking for a good personal story about going against the grain and achieving greatness this is an entertaining listen. At first the Aussie reader was a bit of an adjustment, but I settled in fine after a while and it's only fitting considering the source. In addition to a neat story, there are great tips and tid bits that will probably find me purchasing the hard copy to further review. Will definitely listen to this one again.

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A must-read for triathletes

After watching Macca on TV, I didn't care too much for him and was happy when he got beat by his fellow countryman Craig. Reading his book has made me become one of his greatest fans. I have been really inspired by his unconventional journey and approach to the sport of triathlon. He also has a good writing style: informative, knows how to tell a story, and sprinkled with humor.

3 people found this helpful

great motivational story

If you could sum up I'm Here to Win in three words, what would they be?

Inspiring, bold, fun

Who was your favorite character and why?

Maca- he's got drive, talent, boldness, and a great sense of humor. Aussies make some of the best triathletes. They know how to have fun

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

yes, great narration- it moves with enthusiasm

What’s an idea from the book that you will remember?

to follow your dreams, like Chris did when he left the security of a job for the life of a pro and didn't have a clue what was going to happen next

Any additional comments?

Maca should come back to Kona and do another Ironman - he is great at any distance. Everyone experiences the heat, so it's an even playing field

1 person found this helpful

Macca tells it like it is.

If you are an endurance athlete that listens to audiobooks while training, you may stop reading now and buy this audiobook. You will enjoy it.

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Fantastic. Worth Listening/Reading

Highly recommend. His personality and mindset which are key in his success come out in the book, helpful and practical for anyone looking to become an expert at anything.

loved it

awesome and inspirational! was one of the fastest books I ever got through, highly recommend

Great transparent recount of Macca's career

Loved this book. Combined very enticing stories filled with excitement and a good bit of humour, with practical insights into what made Macca one of the greatest. Any triathlete could benefit from listening to his advice, and some of it will surely be applicable to you.

The other side of Chris McCormack

I've always liked Macca. I know he was portrayed as being rude and egotistical but in this book you see the why behind it. Macca spoke at my first half Ironman in New Orleans. It was then I knew he wasnt how he was portrayed. There are some training tips but this is definitely not that kind of book. This book is perfect for the Macca fan or for someone who wants to have a glimpse into the other side of professional triathletes. The narrator was pleasant and easy to understand. I have more respect now for Macca than I ever have after hearing his story. LOVE IT!

Great book what a great approach to sport and life

I loved getting to know McCromack better from this book. Enjoyed the candid say it like it is way of telling a story. Thank you for writing this book.