With close to 2 million core participants, triathlons of various distances and challenges are attracting more participants than ever before. Mar 07, 20 chrissie wellington is the world s no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times world champion, having recently won the her fourth title in october 2011 and the world record holder. Chrissie wellington is the author of a life without limits 4. Here, she shares her secrets so we can all get off the. Chrissie wellington during the cycling section of the ironman triathlon world championships in hawaii credit. Chrissie wellington author chrissie wellington is a fourtime winner of the ironman triathlon world championships, having won the women s course world championship in 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2011. At the ironman australia triathlon in april 2008, her first ironman since hawaii, wellington again won by. Chrissie wellington to embark on nationwide uk book tour. She travelled the world for two years, gained a masters degree, worked as a policy advisor on international development policy for the uk government, lived and worked in nepal and only became a professional triathlete at age 30 having discovered a talent she never knew she had. Christine ann wellington obe born 18 february 1977 is an english former professional triathlete and fourtime ironman triathlon world champion. Weta cave is an exciting and unique experience, and it can only be experienced in wellington. Mar 16, 2018 to the finish line by chrissie wellington if you are a triathlete or considering triathlon, you need this book. Chrissie wellington signing to the finish line whsmith blog. To sum up, this book is an easy read, with a few pictures too, that will leave you feeling like you know chrissie.
If you have ever done a triathlon, especially an ironman, you will love how wellington shares her training techniques and tips, motivations, inspirations and her heart. When you register to our service, youll enjoy instant access to chrissie wellingtons agent giving you the opportunity to contact her team in a matter of moments. In 2007, chrissie wellington shocked the triathlon world by winning the ironman world championships in hawaii. Chrissie wellington breaks ironman female world record duration. May 18, 2012 chrissie wellington wins 2011 hawaii ironman duration. Get chrissie wellington recognised by the press home facebook. Ahidden tribe, superathletes, and the greatest race. Chrissie wellington what an inspiration, this book is brilliant i loved it from start to finish, in fact i didnt want it to end.
A fourtime world ironman champion, she also holds the ironman world record, was voted sunday times sportswoman of the year in 2010, and was awarded an obe for services to sport and charity in 2015. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Come and hear chrissie wellington talk about her new book to the finish line. Chrissie wellington is more than just one of the greatest triathletes in history shes a humanitarian, traveler, and one of the most thoughtful people youll ever hear. A challenge, the opportunity to push yourself further, to beat your own time, to beat the times of others, to keep fit, to stay healthy, to make friends, to travel, to wear lycra, to guiltlessly eat ten bowls of cereal a day. She worked as a public servant for nine years, during which time she travelled extensively around europe, the us and mexico. Chrissie wellington bio, facts, family famous birthdays. To the finish line by chrissie wellington overdrive.
Chrissie wellington books and biography waterstones. To the finish line book signing with 4xironman world. We have three copies of to the finish line to give away read here how to win a copy. A world champion triathletes guide to your perfect race, this september chrissie wellington is embarking on a. Weve just walked in from a dark and windy park on the outskirts of london and, in. Chrissie wellington is the worlds no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times world champion, having recently won the her fourth title in october 2011 and the world record holder. Chrissie wellington is the world s no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times world champion, having recently won the her fourth title in october 2011 and the world record holder. Epa brett knew i had an eating disorder just by looking at me, she says. My husband and i got to meet chrissie wellington at the finish line. To the finish line by chrissie wellington if you are a triathlete or considering triathlon, you need this book. To the finish line book signing with 4xironman world champion.
For her second book the first was a life without limits, an autobiography, chrissie. A life without limits, a world champions journey by. Chrissie foster was born in victoria and grew up in black rock, a beachside suburb on port phillip bay. Chrissie wellington, the world s number one female ironman athlete and fourtime world ironman champion, presents her struggles, wisdom, and experiences gained from her hardwon career as a triathlete. A world champions journey is am amazing book for any endurance athlete to read, especially amateurs. Chrissie is both hard working with a great personality if only we had more. Chrissie is both hard working with a great personality if only we had more people like her in sport it would inspire so many people to get out there.
Surprisingly, this is not really a book about sport, mostly because sport didnt play the major role in chrissie s life until she turned thirty. On sunday wellington published a blog post in which she referred to sun tzus book the art of war and. Chrissie wellington is the worlds no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times. On 2 september 2006, 29yearold chrissie wellington from norfolk beat canadas chantell widney by over seven minutes to claim gold in the 2529 agegroup of the world olympic distance championships in lausanne. Feb 20, 2012 chrissie wellington, sitting crosslegged on a sofa, does not look like an iron woman on a raw winter afternoon. Works for some peopleincluding chrissie wellington, the reigning hawaii ironman titleholderbut his critics say he breaks more champions than he makes. To unlock contact details for chrissie wellingtons agent and chrissie wellingtons management staff, simply log in or register online today. She is the four times female ironman world champion but the british press over look her. She is the world record hold and still she is over.
In her victory speech at the 2007 hawaii ironman, she referred to her experience teaching at beaver country day school near boston, where she first noticed the difference that sport can make to children s lives. Chrissie wellington is the worlds no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times world champion, having recently won. Wellington s frankness about her life and indelicacy about every aspect of the sport creates a compelling tome that no chrissie fan or aspiring triathlete should be without. Chrissie wellington, the worlds number one female ironman athlete and fourtime world ironman champion, presents her struggles, wisdom, and experiences gained from her hardwon career. Chrissie wellington obe is an iconic figure in the history of british triathlon. She was so energetic and sweet to take pics and talk to the many finishers its funny because i had my blog and title, life with no limits, way before chrissies book came out, but for some reason i cant help but feel that it is more than a coincidence. A life without limits is the autobiography of chrissie wellington, its published in 2012. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Triathlon plus what emerges from this book is the portrait of a thoroughly nice woman.
Discover book depositorys huge selection of chrissie wellington books online. Get chrissie wellington recognised by the press home. She was so energetic and sweet to take pics and talk to the many finishers its funny because i had my blog and title, life. Chrissie wellington is the worlds no 1 female ironman triathlete, a four times world champion, having recently won the her fourth title in october 2011 and the world record. Chrissie wellington has said she has two passions in life. She holds, or held, all three world and championship records relating to ironmandistance triathlon races. Chrissie wellington was born as christine ann wellington. Chrissie wellingtons autobiography, a life without limits. A life without limits by chrissie wellington waterstones. A life without limits is the story of her rise to the top, a journey that has taken. This time, she draws on her own experiences to help you navigate your first or 100th triathlon. While i am neither, i was really interested to read what 4 time ironman champion chrissie wellington had to say. Christine ann wellington obe born 18 february 1977 is an english former professional. Oct 03, 2008 works for some peopleincluding chrissie wellington, the reigning hawaii ironman titleholderbut his critics say he breaks more champions than he makes.
Wellingtons frankness about her life and indelicacy about every aspect of the sport creates a compelling tome that no chrissie fan or aspiring triathlete should be without. A world champion triathletes guide to your perfect race. Chrissie wellington latest news, breaking stories and. All the latest breaking news on chrissie wellington. Chrissie wellington, sitting crosslegged on a sofa, does not look like an iron woman on a raw winter afternoon. Browse the independent s complete collection of articles and commentary on chrissie wellington. In 2007, chrissie wellington shocked the triathlon world by winning the. In 2009 she was voted sunday times sportswoman of the year and in 2010 was awarded the mbe. Watch this exclusive interview about her book life without limits. She travelled the world for two years, gained a masters degree, worked as a policy advisor on. Event details about to the finish line book signing with 4xironman world champion chrissie wellington in san francisco on october 24, 2017 watch, listen, photos and tickets. A life without limits is an autobiography of chrissie wellington, a fourtime ironman world champion. We can all turn the tide for ourselves no one trains harder than champion triathlete chrissie wellington.
To celebrate the release of her hotly anticipated new book to the finish line. Chrissie wellington author of a life without limits. While i am neither, i was really interested to read what 4 time. Prior to her athletic career, she worked for the united kingdom government in t. We recommend that you book tours in advance, as they fill up fast during the busy summer season. The recent decision by stoke gifford parish council to charge parkrun for use of little stoke park has attracted considerable coverage and discussion in the uk and across the world.
The hidden tribe, the ultrarunners, and the greatest race. Buy a life without limits by chrissie wellington isbn. This time, she draws on her own experiences to help you navigate your first or 100th. As a newcomer to the sport and a complete unknown to the. A narrated version of our childrens story book about an emperor penguin who goes on an adventure to new zealand. Your 2012 season has been a bit different than in years past. This is a very comprehensive manual of everything you need to know to do a triathlon. May 21, 2018 fourtime ironman world champion, chrissie wellington, has released her second book. Come and meet chrissie wellington in manchester where she will be signing her new book to the finish line. She worked as a public servant for nine years, during which time she travelled extensively. Weve just walked in from a dark and windy park on the. Chrissie took a unique pathway to professional sport.
She has been unbeatable, she won all the ironman races she competed in and set numerous ironman world records. Along with tackling a demanding book tour for your autobiography a life without limits, you recently worked alongside greg welch doing the live broadcast for ironman texas and you spectated while tom lowe, wellington s boyfriend raced at ironman austria. Chrissie wellington is a legend in the ironman sport. Explore books by chrissie wellington with our selection at. On 2 september 2006, 29yearold chrissie wellington from norfolk beat canadas chantell widney by over seven minutes to claim gold in the 2529 agegroup of the world olympic. Surprisingly, this is not really a book about sport, mostly because sport didnt play. Chrissie wellington author chrissie wellington is a fourtime winner of the ironman triathlon world championships, having won the womens course world championship in 2007, 2008. Discover book depository s huge selection of chrissie wellington books online. Fourtime ironman world champion, chrissie wellington, has released her second book. She married in 1980 and by 1985 anthony and chrissie had three beautiful daughters, emma, katie and aimee. Chrissie wellington wins 2011 hawaii ironman duration.