"From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete is a book that anyone from a novice to a seasoned athlete can gain knowledge and, most of all, motivation to get and keep you going. What is wonderful about this book, yes its content, is that it is being expressed from a place of authenticity. Hilary takes you on her personal journey with a goal to inspire anyone to start moving and work towards their personal goals. This book can be applied to any part of your life. From behind the pages, she is cheering on the reader by explaining it is not an even road to reach goals, but that with perseverance and the right mind set anything is possible. Read her story and you will wake up every morning ready to hit the road. Enjoy!"

"I've been doing triathlons for quite a while, and this book brought me back to when I was a newbie making all the mistakes and learning from them. It also reminded me of how proud and excited I was to finish my first few races. In those early days, I was slower than a lot of people, but I pushed myself hard, as Hilary did (and still does), because that's what athletes do. This book reminded me that I need to keep doing that. And, of course, this book would be an excellent read for someone just getting into sports, or considering it. There are plenty of books for those already in the sport, or for those looking for training plans, or how to swim, etc., but not enough like this one: an honest account of what it's like mentally and emotionally to start in sport as a "non-athlete" in a world seemingly filled with people that started as fully-sprouted athletes."

"Hilary Topper’s Book instantly connects with her reader from the first page. Her vulnerability in sharing personal conflicts, financial challenges, and fitness overwhelms are relatable and inspiring. Highly recommend this book to every level of athlete."