“Every Mile Matters” Shows Cancer Patients and Athletes How Endurance Sports Can Help Build Life-Saving Resilience
When Dr. Jeffrey L. Reynolds crossed the IRONMAN Florida finish line in November 2021, he thought he had conquered the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. But his celebration was short-lived. A routine PSA test revealed prostate cancer, followed by an even more shocking diagnosis during a colonoscopy: Stage 3B colorectal cancer – a potentially deadly disease that required immediate, aggressive treatment.
His powerful new memoir, “Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training into Cancer Triumph,” debuted this month and instantly became an Amazon Top New Release in the online retailer's Triathlon and Colorectal Cancer categories.
“I went from being at the peak of physical fitness to facing my own mortality,” said Reynolds, President and CEO of Family and Children's Association (FCA). “But I quickly realized that triathlon had been preparing me for this race I never signed up for.”
Reynolds discovered that the grit, determination and focus forged through countless training sessions, the discipline required to push through “the wall” at mile 20 of a marathon, and the ability to stay calm in chaotic open water had equipped him with the tools he needed to survive cancer.
Through months of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, Reynolds maintained his leadership at one of Long Island's oldest and largest nonprofit organizations and coached others battling cancer. His secret? Approaching cancer treatment like athletic training, both in his mindset and in assembling a dedicated support team that would ensure victory.
“Every Mile Matters” transcends the traditional cancer memoir by offering practical wisdom for anyone facing life's inevitable challenges. Reynolds shares “training tips” for building comprehensive fitness – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual resilience that extends far beyond athletics.
The book also serves as an urgent wake-up call about America's healthcare crisis. Reynolds contrasts his access to excellent care with the devastating disparities that determine who lives and dies from cancer based on race, education, income, and geography.
With a Ph.D. in social welfare and more than 30 years in healthcare and social services, Reynolds brings unique credibility to discussions about health policy and personal resilience.
“Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training into Cancer Triumph” is available now in multiple formats via Amazon and at EveryMileMatters.com.
Dr. Reynolds is available for media interviews, podcasts, speaking engagements, and appearances at cancer centers, athletic events, and healthcare conferences.
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