Autobiography of property developer, racehorse owner and former showjumper, telling of family background in Mayo, sporting success, and rise and fall - and rise - business, including battles with the Planning Tribunal.

When life takes a tragic turn . . . don't give up. Like most mothers, Jordan Lawrence's mom knew her first born was special from the moment he exited her womb and entered the race of life. His big brown eyes and day-one smile greeted everyone in the delivery room. Jordan was ready to take on the world. Then five months later, the unimaginable happened: two cars collided, and Jordan was in one of them. Suddenly, his bright future grew incredibly dim. Doctors didn't expect Jordan to survive his injuries, but God had a different plan. Jordan was still in the race, and so far from finished. Clearing the Hurdles: Facing Life's Obstacles with Determination to Overcome and Win [or Clearing the Hurdles: Facing Life's Obstacles with Determination to Win the Race] is Jordan's story of overcoming the looming obstacles on his long road toward recovery. Borrowing metaphors from his track-and-field days, Jordan shares how he has defied just about every "he'll never" declaration and shattered records along the way. He stresses the importance of starting well, being stretched, staying in your lane, and never giving up-especially after a setback. Jordan's personal story of tragedy and triumph will inspire you to face whatever obstacles you encounter in your race of life with faith, courage, and perseverance. After reading this book, you will discover that you have what it takes to overcome and clear every hurdle.

You deserve an explanation of the title to this workbook. We talk about four inch hurdles in a previous Book we (The Sprouses) wrote titled THE WORLD'S GREATEST MOTIVATOR. We suggest that life often presents obstacles which appear as great twelve foot hurdles. Most people have no clue or the ability to deal with a twelve foot hurdle so we suggest breaking down those huge hurdles of life into very manageable four inch hurdles, obstacles almost anyone can clear.

Awaken! In this book, we embark on a journey through everyday events that shape our lives and reveal their deeper significance. Through relatable stories and thoughtful analysis, this book aims to illuminate how ordinary moments can lead to extraordinary insights. Each one of these 18 chapters draws from insights in life, management, psychology, and other disciplines, offering practical lessons to enhance our well-being and unlock our potential. As we explore these themes, you will discover actionable strategies to awaken your true self and cultivate a more fulfilling life. Join me in this exploration of awareness, empowerment, and transformation. "This book an empowering read for those looking to deepen their self-awareness and leadership effectiveness.” - Dr Noel Tagoe, Former Professor of the University of Nottingham Business School “An inspiring guide for leaders, this book offers profound insights into awakening, embracing growth, and fostering unity for personal and organizational transformation.” - Hilmy Cader CEO - MTI Consulting “This book is a practical approach, combined with deep insights into human behavior and organizational dynamics, makes it an invaluable resource.” - Dr. Ajith Medis, PhD Professor in Strategy

This book is officially certified by World Athletics (WA) and is the most comprehensive guide on track & field currently available. Track & Field outlines in detail the cross-disciplinary aspects of training and presents the information as small training theory, which enhances understanding of the special training and movement theory of the various disciplines also presented. Introduced in this book are the basics of training theory, such as main motor stress forms; adaptation and performance; training control; training methods; and general training concepts. The comprehensive training content also includes 96 games and exercises for coordination, flexibility, and strength development. The book goes even further than training method by presenting comparisons of different disciplines, history of training, competition rules, phase structure, and technique, all backed by sports science. It is a textbook for all athletes, coaches, trainers, and sports students and teachers from youth athletics to high-performance training. Also included is a foreword by WA president, Sebastian Coe.

A Mexican-American teen girl dreams of winning an athletic scholarship against all odds in a Texas border town. This true story of survival, strength, and triumph is perfect for fans of Educated and Athlete A. Twenty-four hours: that's how long fourteen-year-old Elvira Gonzalez is given to come up with the $40,000 she needs to save her kidnapped mother from a drug cartel. It's 2006 and Elvira's hometown of Laredo, Texas, has become engulfed by the Mexican Drug War. Elvira's life is unraveling around her—setting her on a harrowing path that leads her to being locked up in one of South Texas's worst juvenile detention centers. After Elvira's released from juvie, she's resolved to never go back. That's when her unexpected salvation arrives in the form of 33-inch-high plastic hurdles. Determined to win a track scholarship out of Laredo, Elvira begins breaking into the school, alone, at 5:30 in the morning to practice hurdling. Soon, she catches the attention of a renowned high school coach, an adult man in his 30s. As they train, their coach-student relationship begins to change, becoming sexual. At just seventeen years old, Elvira experiences the dangers many young athletes face, especially those who are marginalized. In spite of these towering obstacles, Elvira eventually propels herself to become one of the top ranked hurdlers in the USA and the first in her family to go to college. This inspiring true story of grit, tenacity, and hope traces Elvira's path as she overcomes impossible hurdles in her race to freedom.

The Sports Book features a large and diverse range of over 200 sports, from basketball to bobsledding, karate to korfball, and synchronized swimming to ski-jumping. This up-to-date and authoritative guide presents information sourced from leading experts and sports governing bodies around the world to give you the most comprehensive book on sports to ever hit the market.

Blacky Alexander is a rough edge father, lover and businessman. His mighty control is appreciated and despised by his oldest son, Jamal, who feels he can't introduce his girlfriend to Blacky, and the young son, Darrell is coping with adult life after losing his mother to a rare disease. He will mature at the hands of a gorgeous doll named Renee. But the woman in Blacky's life is Linda Davis...this woman was born to teach the mega man a lesson of love. Powerful messages will thrust through the lives of these characters while living in the Washington metro area.