In I'M HERE TO WIN, Chris "Macca" McCormack opens his playbook and reveals everything it takes-mind, body, and spirit-to become a champion. Now he shares the story of his triumphs and the never-say-die dedication that has made him the world's most successful triathlete.
In 2010, at the age of 37, Macca beat the odds and won the Ford Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii for a second time in what many called the most dramatic finish in the race's history. Macca's journey to athletic greatness is more than just one of physical perseverance. After coming in fourth in Hawaii in 2009, Macca returned to the island on a mission: He was there to win. A game plan containing a new strategic approach to winning brought him first across the finish line.
Chris McCormack has dedicated his life to training for-and winning-the Ironman Hawaii, one of the most grueling tests of mental and physical endurance in the world. The race challenges athletes to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles, and run a full marathon, 26.2 miles, using all their strength and willpower to overcome the incredibly harsh conditions.
In I'M HERE TO WIN Macca provides concrete training advice for everyone-from weekend warriors who casually compete to seasoned veterans who race every week to armchair athletes looking for an extra push-and provides insight into the mind of a great champion with excitement and inspiration at every turn.
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"Really enjoyed reading this book. Macca's road to his second Kona championship win is pure adrenaline and reading his book one gets to understand the focus, dedication and passion of Chris McCormack to triathlon and the ups and downs of walking the path of a professional triathlete. Lots of great quips and nuggets of tri wisdom to takeaway. Makes for riveting reading and couldn't put the book down once I started."
— Derek (4 out of 5 stars)
" Chris McCormack is my favorite triathlete and I liked reading his take on racing and the sport of tri. But this book could really have used a better editor, it was a bit repetitive in places and he doesn't have to work so hard to convince us that he's a great triathlete. Let your record do that talking. "
— Mdraeger, 2/17/2014" I *wanted* to like this. I really wanted to walk away from this book thinking that Macca is misunderstood. But, the book just further solidified Macca's image as an cocky asshole. I am and will always be Team Crowie. "
— Pennylope, 2/17/2014" Really enjoyed reading this book and often found myself laughing out loud every time he talked about the mental games with the other athletes. He really opened up a lot in this book and cemented the fact that he is my favorite athlete. "
— Marc, 2/16/2014" Loved this one! A very driven man who's become the best triathlete ever! Great insight into what it takes to become and stay a champion! "
— Bill, 1/27/2014" The training schedule is valuable, but the approach to sport is shallow and irritating. This is all a matter of taste and I know many people have enjoyed this book. McCormack certainly was a great triathlete. But I found his criticism of other athletes a bit pathetic and his glorification of playing mind games with competitors inconsistent with what sport means to me. I lost respect for him after reading this. As I say, it is a matter of taste and he is a much better triathlete than I will ever be, but I would never turn to him for life advice. "
— Peter, 1/24/2014" This was great listening while I worked out. Even when I was commuting to work, it encouraged me to get out for a run as soon as I got home. In my opinion, it's close to the ideal audiobook. "
— Mitch, 1/19/2014" Excellent memoir about Macca's journey in the triathlon world. Fascinating! "
— Melissa, 1/18/2014" Interesting perspective on Ironman and Chris McCormack. "
— Erin, 1/7/2014" Loved this. Macca tells all. Tactics, psychology, training - unmissable for triathletes or wannabe triathletes like me. "
— Paul, 12/24/2013" Loved this book. I think it's a great read for non-athletes, as well as athletes. Really enjoyed his take on learning to be mentally tough and endure suffering. "
— Jennifer, 12/12/2013" Great fast paced read not only for triathletes. Chris is great to listen to and as good to read. Great story telling. "
— Jan, 12/9/2013" Every page of this book sounds like Macca. A very entertaining read about his career and views on the sport. "
— Jaakko, 12/1/2013" Learned some about McCormack's life and amazing accomplishments in triathlon as well as some of his training tips. "
— Jeff, 7/22/2013" Surprisingly suspenseful in parts. He demonstrates a single-mindedness and has a phenomenal psychological toughness. "
— Toppy, 6/24/2013" I was inspired by Macca's journey and he gave GREAT racing advice/strategy that I used in my 2011 1/2 Ironman race! "
— Courtney, 5/14/2013" I enjoyed Macca's take on racing and appreciated his honesty on what it took to beat Crowie. Must read for every triathlete. "
— Dennis, 4/17/2013" Like most athlete books this one is interesting but doesn't make the athlete look like a person I would want to spend time with. But overall was interesting and had some inspiring stories, although was repetitive at times. "
— Phillip, 8/28/2012" I really loved this book it showed me a new side to Macca, an intelligent, thoughtful and insightful Macca. I really enjoyed his dissecting of the races and the past as well as elaborating on his strategy. This book is easy to read and hard to put down! "
— Tara, 5/19/2012" Great book for triathletes and sport enthusiasts. Concrete tips on training, mental side and nutrition "
— Tomasz, 4/20/2012" Yeah a big mouth and ego, which he mostly backs up...his race record is way longer than I ever knew! "
— Stuart, 3/7/2012" Loved this book. Especially the last five chapters. I think it's a great read for non-athletes, as well as athletes. Really enjoyed his take on learning to be mentally tough and endure suffering. "
— Alyson, 3/4/2012" interesting read, jumps around a lot. He is very arrogant, which is offputting. Seeing him win the TriStar 111 in Maple Grove was exiting though, and prompted me to read the book. "
— Dawn, 2/17/2012" A quick easy read, good training and racing tips. Obviously quite egotistical! "
— Jennifer, 9/27/2011" I like Macca, as an athlete. But as an age group despising writer? Not so much. "
— Mike, 8/18/2011" Really well told story of an elite athelete along with great training tips for age group triathelets. "
— Tracy, 8/17/2011" Loved this book. I think it's a great read for non-athletes, as well as athletes. Really enjoyed his take on learning to be mentally tough and endure suffering. "
— Jennifer, 6/30/2011" Loved this. Macca tells all. Tactics, psychology, training - unmissable for triathletes or wannabe triathletes like me. "
— Paul, 6/28/2011" Really enjoyed reading this book and often found myself laughing out loud every time he talked about the mental games with the other athletes. He really opened up a lot in this book and cemented the fact that he is my favorite athlete. "
— Marc, 6/22/2011" This was great listening while I worked out. Even when I was commuting to work, it encouraged me to get out for a run as soon as I got home. In my opinion, it's close to the ideal audiobook. "
— Mitch, 6/10/2011" Loved this book. Especially the last five chapters. I think it's a great read for non-athletes, as well as athletes. Really enjoyed his take on learning to be mentally tough and endure suffering. "
— Alyson, 6/5/2011Chris McCormack “Macca” was born in Sydney, Australia, on April 4, 1973. He won titles and awards for his participation in sports during his school years, but he initially chose education over a pro sports career and became an accountant after graduating from the University of New South Wales. He began competing professionally in 1996 and won the 2010 Ironman World Championship in Honolulu.