It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life

This book is an inspiration. It shows the hardships of battling cancer and the effort of recovery. Lance Armstrong is one of the most driven individuals I've ever read about; I could not put it down. Recommended for anyone and everyone, MUST READ!!!

This is my favorite book ever. I loved it because it was one of the most motivational books I have ever read, and the best part about it was its all true. I think everyone, not just athletes, can relate to Lance's life and in some way walk away from the book inspired in some way. It was also well written and very absorbing. I highly recommend this book to everyone.

Lance Armstrong gives us details and insights on his life growing up, winning races and dealing with cancer. It is these details that let us look at someone who rises to a champions level not only on the bike, but in life. Sure there is an ego, but who among us achieving what Lance has would be totally humble? We all can learn from this book about never giving up and be willing to focus our efforts on going forward to reach higher levels acheivements. When life has dealt you a setback, pick up this book and be inspired to fight back against whatever you have to deal with!

I read this book several years ago, and was just looking it over again, thinking about selling it on Amazon. I decided not to, not only because I underlined several sections and wrote in the margins, but because I want to hold onto this book for inspiration when I need it. I also want my 12 and 15 year old sons to read this some day.

Lance's fortitude in the face of adversity is inspiring. He does come off as a bit of a jerk and an egomaniac in several places--attributes I do not wish upon my sons--but I think they'll see that for what it is and still learn some great lessons from Lance.

I picked up this book because I'm a cyclist and a big cycling fan. I wanted to see the inside story to Armstrong's incredible comeback. I got a lot more from this book. He's gut-wrenching honest. I'm also a writer and a reader, and I found this book one of the best-written books I've read lately.

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Reviewer: Michael C. Mack is a pastor, founder of an online SmallGroups ministry, and author of I'm a Leader...Now What?: How to Guide an Effective Small Group and Leading from the Heart: A Cell Leader's Guide to Passionate Ministry among others.

I am absolutely floored by how well-written this book is. Once I picked it up I just couldn't put it down. I read the whole book in an evening. As in all great writing, the story just unfolds completely naturally, told in a way that seems effortless. Tears welled up in my eyes as I came to the end of this book. I can't remember the last time a book had this effect on me. Definitely read this book! It will change how you live your life. I'm so glad I picked up this book at a used book store on a whim.

I can't believe how realistic his descriptions are of everything, especially his inner monologues as he is racing. Every race is packed with detail--it made me feel as if I was there listening in on his communications during races. I also have a newfound appreciation for cycling.

Cancer survivors say things like "Getting cancer was the best thing that ever happened to me." I could never fathom how someone could truly mean that. I still can't say I understand it, but, after reading this book, I can get a sense of what it might feel like to say that.