Chasing Rocky
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4.4 • 10 Ratings
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Publisher Description
Boxers do what the vast majority of us will never do: they stand toe-to-toe and try to inflict as much punishment upon each other as possible. In Chasing Rocky, J. P. Flaim, a suburban father of two and cohost of The Sports Junkies on 106.7 The Fan in Washington, DC, became a part of that small percentage of people drawn to become a boxer. What started as a crazy idea from the arena seats of a professional boxing match transforms into a personal challenge that the deejay cannot ignore.
This memoir follows the journey of this average Joe who chases his dream and discovers theres more to boxing than what can be seen inside the ropes. Chasing Rocky narrates Flaims foray into the boxing world, where he encounters a dubious boxing promoter who sees only dollar signs, a no-nonsense trainer who tests his resolve, an aspiring pro who longs for a title shot, and an icon who has inspired millions.
Chasing Rocky presents an inside look at the brutal training boxers endure. From facing fears to dealing with the pain of getting punched, Flaim tackles the sacrifices boxers make and explores the promotional aspectsfrom choosing the perfect heel to creating a grand ring entrance. He shows what happens when the bell sounds and a radio promotion idea becomes a boxing reality.
Customer Reviews
Chasing Ricky
Great read so far John. Love the idea behind the book and hearing how the book came together. (five years later) Also thanks to the gov for facilitating the whole printing process. By the way JP, how are you going to sign my e-book at your townhouse? Are you going to sign my iPhone?
For hardcore Junkies fans only
"Chasing Rocky" by J.P. Flaim is not a bad book, just one written by someone who is clearly not an author.
Now, if you're familiar with the Sports Junkies radio show on 106.7 The Fan, then you'll already know this going in. You'll already know some other things, too, which will make this read far more enjoyable.
I happen to be a diehard Junkies fan, so the chapters that focus on the show (mostly in the beginning of the book) are great fun, but when J.P. starts talking about the boxing match, and the endless training sessions that went along with it, the book really starts to sag.
I don't know if it was intentional or not (I'm guessing it was), but J.P. really drags you across his three-month training regimen at a snail's pace. Trust me, there's only so many times you can read about someone jumping rope, running with medicine balls, and working speed bags before you get bored. And believe me, you will- whether you're a fan of the show or not.
So in the end, this is a read for hardcore Junkies listeners only. If you're a member of this select group, then the tremendous humor of J.P. writing a book that's nearly entirely about working out will not go unnoticed. For everyone else, I'd suggest looking elsewhere for your sports story fix.
Great read
Great book. Couldn't put it down once I started.