Courage to Soar
A Body in Motion, a Life in Balance
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Narrated by:
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Imani Parks
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By:
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Simone Biles
About this listen
In Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from four-time Olympic gold-winning and record-setting American gymnast Simone Biles, Simone shares how her faith, family, passion, and perseverance has made her one of the top athletes and gymnasts in the world - and how you too can overcome challenges in your life.
Simone Biles’ entrance into the world of gymnastics may have started on a field trip in her hometown of Spring, Texas, but her God-given talent, along with drive to succeed no matter the obstacle, are what brought her to the national spotlight during the Olympic Games and have catapulted her ever since - including 25 World Championship medals. But there is more to Simone than her accomplishments.
In this book Simone shares:
- how she has relied on her faith and family to stay focused and positive
- the ways she’s continued competing at the highest level and having fun doing what she loves
- a behind-the-scenes looks at gymnastics events, including the Olympics
- the events and challenges that carried her from an early childhood in foster care to a coveted spot on the U.S. Olympic team
- along the way, Simone shares the details of her inspiring personal story - one filled with daily acts of courage that led her, and can lead you, to even the most unlikely of dreams.
Courage to Soar:
- presents a positive role model for young girls, whether athletes or not
- is an ideal gift for birthdays, holidays, or to celebrate important achievements
- is perfect for school assignments and reports
- is an inspirational story for fans of gymnastics or any sport
- contains an eight-page, full-color photo insert
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- Kindle Customer
- 12-06-23
AMAZING !!!!!!!
OMG totally inspirational for me it has encouraged me to follow my dreams even when I’m doubt
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- Anonymous User
- 16-08-21
Inspirational
Both a thrilling and insightful read, so much grit and determination to reach the apex of sport. GOAT, indeed.
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- Rachel
- 24-01-17
Incredible amazing
The book was amazing I just couldn't stop reading/listening. Simone is so intelligent. You should all read the book it's just so interesting and you should always follow your dreams.
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