Abdi’s World: The Black Cactus on Life, Running, and Fun by Abdi Abdirahman
Thanks to Rebekah Epstein of PR by the Book, I am giving away one print copy of ‘Abdi’s World: The Black Cactus on Life, Running, and Fun’ by Abdi Abdirahman. This comes just in time for the Summer Olympics.
Description Abdi’s World by Abdi Abdirahman
Abdi has spent his entire adult life as a professional runner, competing in the Olympics, World Championships, major marathons, track meets, and road races all over the world.
But Abdi doesn’t define his life by his running career. Rather, Abdi believes life is defined by the choices one makes, the way you look at the world each day, and the people you surround yourself with. Known as “The Black Cactus,” he is one of the most beloved and respected figures in the sport because of his longevity, work ethic, and positive attitude.
In Abdi’s World: The Black Cactus on Life, Running, and Fun , Abdi shares thoughts on the world, running, and living. Readers will also discover his personal story, not just in professional distance running but also leaving Somalia for a refugee camp in Mombasa, Kenya, and eventually settling in Tucson and finding joy and opportunity in his new country.
Abdi credits everything he’s achieved in life to a combination of hard work, support, and luck—sometimes good and sometimes bad. But no matter the circumstances, he still pushing the pace and chasing the best that the world has to offer.
Praise Abdi’s World by Abdi Abdirahman
“Abdi is one of the most inspiring and decorated distance runners in the United States today, but also the most fun to be with at the races. He is a natural storyteller and a gritty performer, so put this book on your summer reading list for both motivation and entertainment.” —Deena Kastor, Olympic medalist and American record holder, marathon; New York Times bestselling author of Let Your Mind Run
“Abdi’s mentality is his foundation of youth. His huge smile and joy for life are his trademarks. His ability to read the race as it’s developing and never back down are part of his competitive legacy. It’s hard to imagine any one of those without the others. What a treat to read his secrets to success.” —Mary Wittenberg, former president and CEO, New York Road Runners
“People often overlook just how difficult it is to achieve longevity in elite sports. Abdi has been entertaining at the very highest level for over 20 years. His energy lights up a room and those lucky enough to have met him leave with a little bit of his magic. You cannot fail to be inspired by Abdi’s story, an authentic tale by someone who clearly cherishes running and life.” —Gary Lough, distance coach, former professional middle-distance runner
About Abdi Abdirahman
Abdi is an American long-distance runner and a five-time Olympian competing for the United States in the marathon in the upcoming Summer Olympics (July).
Born in Hargeisa, Somalia, Abdirahman graduated from Tucson High School in 1995 and attended Pima Community College before transferring to the University of Arizona for his junior and senior years. At Arizona, Abdirahman was named the 1998 Pacific-10 Conference Cross Country Male Athlete of the Year. He finished second at the 1998 NCAA Cross Country Championships.
He launched his Olympic career when he competed in the 10,000 meters at the 2000 Summer Olympics. Abdirahman has competed in three Summer Olympics since and is the first American distance runner ever to make five Olympic teams.
At the 2020 United States Olympic Trials in Atlanta, Abdi finished 3rd in the marathon with a time of 2:10:03, securing his place on a fifth Olympic team, and, at 43, becoming the oldest American runner ever to make the Olympic team.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Abdi_runs
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Giveaway Abdi’s World by Abdi Abdirahman
This giveaway is open to the U.S. only and ends on August 6, 2021 midnight pacific time. Entries are accepted via Rafflecopter only.