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RACING AGAINST TIME: On Ironman, Ultramarathons, and the Quest for Transformation in Mid-Life by author Jeffrey Weiss.
Racing Against Time: On Ironman, Ultramarathons, and the Quest for Transformation in Mid-Life is the inspiring true story of Jeff Weiss's incredible transformation in midlife. At 48 years old, out of shape and searching for new purpose, Weiss took on his first 10K-an event that would spark a profound personal evolution. What began as a simple challenge soon turned into an extraordinary journey of endurance, perseverance, and self-discovery. Within a decade, he pushed beyond perceived limits, becoming an Ironman and an accomplished ultramarathoner, proving that age is no barrier to strength and ambition.
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"An engaging and reflective life journey that captures the grit, grace, and quiet triumphs of endurance sports."
— KIRKUS REVIEWS
"A motivational sports memoir, Racing Against Time chronicles grueling endurance running accomplishments achieved in midlife."
— CLARION REVIEWS
“The memoir's honest reflections on physical challenges and mental resilience resonate alongside classics like Haruki Murakami's What I Talk About When I Talk About Running, blending the physical demands of sport with introspective growth.”
— KIRKUS REVIEWS
"With indomitable spirit and blunt tenacity, Jeffrey Weiss defies age and limitations. If you're looking for inspiration and motivation, Racing Against Time will get you going!”
— DEAN KARNAZES | ultramarathonman.com
ULTRAMARATHONER & NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR
“Part memoir and all inspiration, Racing Against Time has it all: family, life, midlife transformation, tragedy with triumph, and, thankfully, a whole lot of Ultra Running. I’m stoked about another book from Jeffrey, and I think you will be too.”
— TRAVIS MACY | travismacy.com
AUTHOR OF ‘THE ULTRA MINDSET: AN ENDURANCE CHAMPION’S 8 CORE PRINCIPLES FOR SUCCESS IN BUSINESS, SPOTS, AND LIFE,’ 2013 LEADMAN CHAMPION
“Weiss’s story illustrates the power and joy of mid-life transformation.”
— CHIP CONLEY | chipconley.com
BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ‘LEARNING TO LOVE MIDLIFE’ & FOUNDER, MODERN ELDER ACADEMYPhoto Credit: Lisa Keating