First published 1995
Jimmy Connors opens his training manual by addressing the reality facing every aging athlete: the body changes, but the mind still burns to compete. At thirty-nine, Connors stepped onto the court at the 1991 U.S. Open to battle players two decades his junior. His secret weapon wasn't just talent or experience. It was a carefully crafted exercise program designed specifically for athletes over thirty-five. Connors breaks down the workouts that maintained his explosive serve and lightning-quick court coverage well past the age when most tennis players retire. He details the strength training, cardiovascular work, and flexibility routines that allowed him to extend his professional career. The book targets anyone who refuses to accept that peak fitness ends at thirty-five. Connors proves that with the right approach, the body can perform at elite levels far longer than conventional wisdom suggests.
Genres: self-help, sports, biography-memoir, fitness
Vibes: inspirational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: overcoming-challenges, self-improvement
Hardcover · Random House Value Publishing