No Limits; The Will to Succeed

New York: Free Press, 2008. The first Free Press Hardcover Edition [stated]. First printing [stated]. Hardcover. Very good/Very good. vii, [3], 228, [2] pages. Illustrations (color). Signed by Phelps on the title page. Michael Fred Phelps II (born June 30, 1985) is an American retired competitive swimmer and the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a total of 28 medals. Phelps also holds the all-time records for Olympic gold medals (23), Olympic gold medals in individual events (13), and Olympic medals in individual events (16). When he won eight gold medals at the 2008 Games, Phelps broke fellow American swimmer Mark Spitz's 1972 record of seven first-place finishes at any single Olympic Games. At the 2004 Summer Olympics, Phelps had already tied the record of eight medals of any color at a single Games by winning six gold and two bronze medals. At the 2012 Summer Olympics, Phelps won four gold and two silver medals, and at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, he won five gold medals and one silver. This made him the most successful athlete of the Games for the fourth Olympics in a row. In No Limits, Michael Phelps-the greatest competitor since Michael Jordan or Tiger Woods-will share the secrets to his remarkable success. Behind his tally of Olympic gold medals lies a consistent approach to competition, a determination to win, mental preparation, and a straightforward passion for his sport. One of his mottos is "Performance is Reality," and it typifies his attitude about swimming. No Limits explores the hard work, sacrifice, and dedication that catapulted Phelps into the international spotlight. Phelps shares the wisdom that he has gained from unexpected challenges and obstacles. Highlighting valuable lessons from throughout his career, Phelps offers insight into the mind and experiences of a champion. Phelps's success is imbued with the perspective of overcoming obstacles and doing whatever it takes to realize a dream. Phelps has made a habit out of things other people aren't willing to do. No Limits will inspire anyone to follow their passion straight to the finish line.