http://jasonplester.com/blog Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:18:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By: Henry Tacio Punto.com - Philippines “We all have a story.  We are all an inspiration. We all face challenges in life and have the need to overcome adversity.”  That statement comes from Jason P. Lester, who will be coming in the Philippines this December. http://punto.com.ph/News/Article/9066/Volume-3-No-46/Opinion/This-extremely-driven-life http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=679 Dawn Henry reviews Jason Lester's new book, Running on Faith Ironman.com Five-time Ironman finisher, Jason Lester, celebrated the release of his first book on Tuesday, August 24, 2010. The book is called Running on Faith: the Principles, Passion and Pursuit of a Winning Life. Running on Faith begins with an account of ... http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=675 Running on Faith reveals how athlete/author Jason Lester, after being hit by a car and having his right arm completely paralyzed at the age of 12, was able to develop a competitor's mindset and go on to become the first disabled person to finish the Ultraman World Championship. With passion, ... http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=673 “Whatever burden you carry (and we all have one), this story will point you to strength beyond yourself. Read it twice!”  — John Ortberg, author and pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=664 MY FELLOW  ATHLETES,   I am thrilled to share Running on Faith with you. This book is the result of a long journey to discover my calling. I’ve triumphed in ways I never imagined, and the lessons learned have been both a blessing and gift. In these pages, I share these lessons with the hope that they might serve as inspiration.  Whether you’re a ... http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=656 Please click here to Pre-Order: http://www.harpercollins.com/book/pre-order.aspx?isbn13=9780061965722 http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=645 “Running on Faith is a triumph! Jason Lester is proof that as one wise man said, ‘Triumph is when you try and add a little umph!’ Jason Lester shows us ALL that you can achieve whatever you put your mind body and soul into!” — Rev Run, author of Words of Wisdom: ... http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=644 Where: Changing Hands Books - 428 South McClintock Drive Tempe, AZ 85283 Date: September 9th 7:00pm http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=638 “Jason’s story is a must read! It is a true testimony of the human spirit and confirmation that we all have so much more in us than we may believe. The challenges he conquered will create a shift in your life.” — Tyrese Gibson, singer and actor http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=630 Jason Lester has survived more trials, endured more horrors, and surmounted more obstacles than would fit in a Hollywood film. But after each upset, letdown, and setback, and despite the use of only one arm, Jason has continually pushed himself to pursue his dream of becoming an accomplished athlete—ultimately setting ... http://jasonplester.com/blog/?p=621