Last night I finished reading Dominique Moceanu’s memoir, Off Balance. Last month I realized I hadn’t read a single fiction book so, I made it my goal to read one asap. When I read the preview version of Dominique’s book on my iPad, I knew it had to be my next read. I’m giving up on the idea of reading fiction for now.
Never being an elite athlete of any sort, I was surprised by how much I related to parts of Dominique’s story. Many of the feelings she had as child resonated with my own story, despite the fact that are lives are very different.
The book reveals surprising details of her family life and life in the gym with the famous coaching duo, the KΓ‘rolyi’s. It’s a fascinating story that makes me wish more Olympic athlete’s would tell their tales of heartache and triumph.
The book is quite different from other books I’ve recently read written by other athletes. Usually, I finish the book feeling inspired to work harder towards my fitness goals. This book isn’t really that type of read however, it is a fascinating tale of an extremely talented and determined woman, which in turn is inspiring on an entirely different level.
If you live in NYC, I invite you to join my monthly book club starting this fall. We’ll be reading books that inspire us to go the extra mile and become better versions of ourselves. If interested leave a comment below or shoot me an email to stay updated on where we’ll be meeting and what our first book will be. I hope you’ll join me!
Christina says
I’ve been looking for a book club in the city, or even Brooklyn. I can’t seem to find one that doesn’t happen on an odd time (i.e. during the day on a week day). I’d definitely be interested in joining π
Jen says
I’d love to join in for this. Please let me know when you start it up!
Alice says
Can you recommend other books by Olympians that you’ve particularly enjoyed?
Jess says
Yes, Age is Just a Number by Dara Torres.
Laura says
Great idea! Would love to receive info when you have more details!
xoxo
L.A.
Gabrielle says
Sounds like a great idea, I’m interested as well!
Kelli @ HowdyFromNYC says
Would LOVE to join your book club! Let me know the details π
Courtney says
I would love to get involved! I need more motivation to read lately and a book club would be just the thing!
Angela says
Id love to join the book club! Keep me updated π
Linda says
I am interested in joining your book club. Please add me to your list. I bought Dominque’s book after I saw a news special about her sister. I have not read it yet. If you decide to read some fiction, Gone Girl lives up to the hype. It’s a relatively quick read.
Kelly says
I would definitely be interested in joining! This type of book club is exactly what I have been looking for. Can’t wait for the details. Thanks!
vegrunner (khar) says
Great idea! I maybe interested in joining as well!
Thank you for organizing!
Shannon says
I love this idea! I would love to join, I’ve been toying with the idea of starting my own book club. Please let me know when you decide on a meeting time / place.
Sara says
Would love to be kept up to date as well!
Kristy says
I’m definitely interested–and my company pubbed Dominique’s book so I could bring copies if you like. But I’m interested in all types of inspirational reads, fitness and otherwise!
Katie says
Book club is great – let me know!
jackie7288 says
Great idea! I love reading and would love more info on your book club! Thanks!
Gina Diaz says
Count me in, I’d love to join!
Cassandra says
I’m definitely interested!!
Marissa @ Where I Need to Be says
YES! Keep me posted!
Theodora says
YES! I would love to. (WordPress told me I had to say more than just yes.)
Kristen says
I would love to be part of a book club. Please keep me posted!!!
Ashley says
Great idea! Would love to be kept in the loop π
Annemarie says
I’d love to join! Keep me posted!
Christina says
Definitely interested! Please keep me in the loop!
Rebecca says
I want in! Sounds like a great idea! And we can do pot lucks and eat yummy food too π
KMR says
Yes! I have been thinking about joining a book club but just can’t find one that works with my schedule.
Kayla says
I love this idea, please keep me posted!
Alison Foster says
I would love to join! I haven’t seen you in ages!!!
Jess says
It’s been entirely too long, Ali!
Allie says
Love the sound of this – books + fitness + club! Would love to hear more details when available.
dorre says
very interested π please keep me in mind
Julianne says
Such a great idea!!! I’m totally in!
Laura says
I’m in NYC and I’d love to join too!
Shelley says
What a great idea! I’d love to join!!
Amanda says
Would love to join the book club- please let me know when you have details!
Wendy says
I would live to hear about the book club!
Celia says
I’d be interested. I just read Shawn Johnson’s book “Winning Balance.” I will have to check out “Off Balance!”
Massiel says
I would love to join the book club. I’ve been looking for something like this for a while.
Brittany says
Great idea and I’d love to join!
Stephanie says
Would love more info about your book club! Any thoughts to discussions during a group run? I have been of the mind to start a running book club (not books about running, but running while discussing all kinds of books) for several years but didn’t know enough runners to make it work . . . something tells me you do!
Either way, I am interested.
Jess says
Hey Stephanie! That sounds like a fun idea. However, it may be difficult because everyone would need to be running at the same pace. Conversely, I really wanted to start something that didn’t revolve around doing exercise. Plus it’s nice to see people in their non-running clothes for a change. π
Caroline says
I read Off Balance earlier this summer, I loved it!! It made watching the gymnastics this summer so much different for me, especially every time they showed Karolyi’s on TV. I think a book club sounds like such a great idea π
josephine says
Interested… would depend on the day/time but i’d try to make it work π
Niki says
Would love to join!!!
Patty says
Always wanted to join a book club, please let me know when you start it up.
Christy says
I’d love to join your book club! Let me know the details!
Jacquie says
I want to join! I loved watching Dominique when I was younger and hope to pick up that book soon. We all have our story…good and bad…
cameo says
Book club sounds fun! I would love to participate as much as I can given my current crazy schedule…count me in!
Susan - Nurse on the Run says
I’d be interested in book club!
Marilyn says
Definitely interested!
Erica says
please include me in the book club emails – great idea!
Juliette @ Finish Your Broccoli says
I would love to know when you start up a book club this fall in the city!
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says
I love this idea! I would love to find out more about your book club.
alli~zen says
I would definitely be interested in hearing about the book club!