| Author/Contributor(s): | Lambert, Craig |
| Publisher: | Mariner Books |
| Date: | 9/7/1999 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Condition: | NEW |
In this wise and thrilling book, Criag Lambert turns rowing--personal discipline, modern Olympic sport, grand collegiate tradition--into a metaphor for a vigorous and satisfying life.
This beautifully written sports memoir explores the deep connections between the boat and the soul:
- A Journey of Self-Discovery: Follow the author’s path from an uncertain freshman coxswain to a competitive masters sculler, proving that the greatest athletic battles are fought within.
- The Philosophy of Rowing: Go beyond the mechanics of the sport to explore how balance, rhythm, and discipline on the river become powerful tools for navigating life.
- The Mind-Body Connection: Learn how to push past perceived physical barriers by mastering the mental game, turning doubt into fuel and pain into a catalyst for growth.
- Finding Your Swing: Discover the transcendent state of “swing,” a frictionless, effortless state of peak performance where the rower, the boat, and the water become one.