Michael Phelps Signs Copies Of His New Book
Not to be outdone by Jason Mraz and his NY booksigning last night, Olympic Gold-Medalist Michael Phelps was on hand at the Barnes & Noble on 5th Avenue in NYC also last night to sign copies of his new book No Limits: The Will to Succeed. Here are a few pics from his in-store appearance last night:
From the Amazon.com book description: No Limits explores the hard work, commitment, and sacrifice that go into reaching any goal. Whether it is on the starting block during an Olympic swim meet or in the weight room on a typical day, Phelps’s dedication has led him to unparalleled excellence. Filled with anecdotes from family members, friends, teammates, and his coach, No Limits gives a behind-the-scenes look at the makings of a real champion. One of Phelps’s mottos is “Performance Is Reality,” and it typifies his attitude toward achieving his goals. It’s easy to get bogged down by doubt or to lose focus when a challenge seems out of reach, but Phelps believes that you can accomplish anything if you fully commit yourself to it. Using the eight final swims of the Beijing Olympics as a model, No Limits is a step-by-step guide to realizing one’s dream.
While I am not particularly fond of autobiographical books written by sports stars (especially with ghost writers, like Alan Abrahamson who is also credited as an author of this book), I am a bit curious to read this book about Michael Phelps. His determination to achieve his goals is very inspiring … I think I’d like to know about about how he has been able to achieve many of his dreams at such a young age. I dunno … something about Phelpsie is so compelling to me.
[Photo credit: Wireimage]
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December 10th, 2008 at 2:09 pm
SO FUG.
December 10th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
He normally is so fug to me but the hat really makes a difference!! I am impressed. KEEP THE HAT ON!!!!
December 10th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
He looks disheveled.
December 10th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
my goodness he’s ugly – a face only a mother could love!
December 10th, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I have to disagree Mr. Gyllenhaal. Not that I thought it was possible, but he looks worse than ever with that hat on. He should fire whoever let him go out like that!
December 10th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
Its 50/50.
But still, what the hell is he writing a BOOK about?
December 10th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
His face is total BUTTA! not hot….
December 10th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
Read his first book which was kind of fun, but you could sense his childish way of writing. Looking forward to his new one…
December 10th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
The main reason I visit this blog is b/c of Trent’s positive spin. Lately, the readers’ responses have been so negative and nasty. What is going on? It makes me sad. :(
December 10th, 2008 at 11:25 pm
he looks so ugly
December 11th, 2008 at 2:29 am
Whenever someone posts something about Phelps, there are people who will reply with: ‘fug’,'butterface’ etc. OK folks, you think he’s fug – we kinda realised that already. So what? He’s not a beauty contestant, he’s an olympic swimmer and may I say, the greatest one that ever lived.Try to learn something useful from him (like his determination and his work ethic), losers.If you think he’s ugly, look at his speedo – or don’t look at him at all. I’d really like to read a reply from someone who actually read that book.
December 11th, 2008 at 7:05 am
Well said Franzy!! I second and third your reply. I think Phelps is one hot hot man because of his determination, his accomplishments, his work ethic, and his ability to look great in a speedo ;) We get that most of you don’t think he’s good looking…so go moon over some young no-talent actor.
also, I too am thinking about purchasing this book, a brief review would be most welcome…
December 11th, 2008 at 7:49 am
It’s such a shame he’s so fugly, he’s got such a great body & maybe if his personality were a little better he’d be more attractive but he’s just so blah & what’s up with his girlfriend, she’s pretty trashy, at least in photos! I do give the man props for his amazing athletic abilities though…I couldn’t do it, I can barely get my ass to the gym 4 times a week!!!
December 11th, 2008 at 9:31 am
HE IS SOOOOOOOOOO UGLY!!!!!!!
December 11th, 2008 at 9:37 am
I cannot decide if he looks like Eeyore more or Lurch from The Addams Family. His body is immaculate, but it’s not that hot…he’s so lanky. Too bad he doesn’t know how unpretty he is, or does he? His dog is really cute though!
December 11th, 2008 at 10:03 am
I am so over him. Gross!!
December 11th, 2008 at 8:36 pm
seriously, leave michael phelps alone. he is uniquely sexy.