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"It's a meditative act," they said. But it was far from meditative for Alexandra Heminsley when yet another wave slammed into her face. It was survival. When she laced up her shoes in Running Like a Girl, all she had to do to become a runner was to get out there and run. But swimming was something else entirely. The water was all-consuming, confusing her every move, sabotaging every breath. Determined, Alexandra would learn to adapt, find new strengths, and learn to work with the water. She does not want to stand on the beach looking at the sea any longer. She wants to leap in. In doing so she will learn not just how to accept herself, but how to accept what lay beyond. Soon, she will be able to see water, anywhere in the world and sense not fear but adventure. She will dive into water as she hopes to dive into life. And it has nothing to do with being "sporty" or being the correct shape for a swimsuit.
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Alexandra Heminsley is a journalist, broadcaster, ghostwriter, and author of Running Like a Girl. She is the books editor for Elle UK and a contributor to the BBC.
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“Sure to give confidence to open-water newbies who will relate to the squeamish trek through mud to a race start and navigating salty seas with leaky goggles. Those who enjoyed Heminsley’s Running like a Girl will want to read about her latest journey of self-discovery.”
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“A lighthearted book to appeal to fellow swimmers.”
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“Offers inspiration for swimmers ready to take the plunge into the unknown. Best suited for aspiring swimmers or hesitant athletes who will likely relate to the close link between increasing physical fitness and strengthening emotional resilience and for fans of Diana Nyad’s Find a Way.”
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“A lighthearted book to appeal to fellow swimmers.”
- Kirkus Reviews
“Offers inspiration for swimmers ready to take the plunge into the unknown. Best suited for aspiring swimmers or hesitant athletes who will likely relate to the close link between increasing physical fitness and strengthening emotional resilience and for fans of Diana Nyad’s Find a Way.”
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- PublisherWindmill Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 009951057X
- ISBN 13 9780099510574
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. I wanted to dive into water as I want to dive into life- filled with joy, curiosity and the knowledge that there may be dangers - but that they're not daunting enough to make it not worth doing.All I needed to do was learn to swim.'Remarkable' Observer'A joy to read' Daily Telegraph'Soaringly beautiful' Sunday Times Magazine'Genuine and persuasive' GuardianAlexandra Heminsley thought she could swim. She really did.It may have been because she could run. It may have been because she wanted to swim; or perhaps because she only ever did ten minutes of breaststroke at a time. But, as she learned one day while flailing around in the sea, she really couldn't.Believing that a life lived fully isn't one with the most money earned, the most stuff bought or the most races won, but one with the most experiences, experienced the most fully, she decided to conquer her fear of the water.From the ignominy of getting into a wetsuit to the triumph of swimming from Kefalonia to Ithaca, in becoming a swimmer, Alexandra learns to appreciate her body and still her mind. As it turns out, the water is never as frightening once you're in, and really, everything is better when you remember to exhale.What Hemmo's readers are saying-'This book is funny, engaging, entertaining, informative, suspenseful, motivating, and inspiring. I've never read anything quite like it'-- Nina on Goodreads, 5 stars'Just like Running Like a Girl, this was an absolute joy to read. A beautifully written story of swimming, family and being a woman'- Violet on Amazon, 5 stars'Fantastic book. Entertaining - often laugh-out-loud funny - and full of really useful advice'- J. Edwards on Amazon, 5 stars'A fabulous book that's beautifully written'- Nik on Goodreads, 5 stars'I can't recommend this book enough! I absolutely love Alexandra Heminsley's writing, her attitude towards exercise and her passion for swimming'- Sarah on Goodreads, 5 stars'an inspirational and encouraging read'- Stephanie on Goodreads, 5 stars'the author's enthusiasm is contagious. one cannot help but yearn to join in. . A thoroughly inspiring book with a likeable narrator unafraid to share her personal life'- Eleanor on Goodreads, 5 stars'This is a delightful book, a pleasure to read. Unbelievably well written, it flows like the water she loves'-- Bobby on Amazon, 5 stars Alexandra Heminsley thought she could swim. She really did. It may have been because she could run. It may have been because she wanted to swim; or perhaps because she only ever did ten minutes of breaststroke at a time. But, as she learned one day while flailing around in the sea, she really couldn't. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780099510574
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