Unstoppable, Anthony Robles
Unstoppable, Anthony Robles
4 Rating(s)
List: $17.50 | Sale: $12.25
Club: $8.75

Unstoppable
From Underdog to Undefeated: How I Became a Champion

Author: Anthony Robles, Austin Murphy

Narrator: Chike Chukwuma, Anthony Robles

Unabridged: 4 hr 40 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 09/27/2012


Synopsis

The powerful and inspiring story of an all-American wrestler who defied the odds—soon to be an original movie produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, starring Jennifer Lopez, Jharrel Jerome, Don Cheadle, Michael Peña and Bobby Cannavale!

Anthony Robles is a three-time all-American wrestler, the 2011 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, and a Nike-sponsored athlete. He was also born without his right leg. Doctors could not explain to his mother, Judy, what led to the birth defect, but at the age of five, the one-legged toddler scaled a fifty-foot pole unassisted. From that moment on, Judy knew that her son would be unstoppable.

Anthony first began wrestling in high school; he was the smallest kid on the team and finished the year in last place. But he completed his junior and senior years with a 96–0 record to become a two-time Arizona State champion. In college, he faced personal hardships which almost forced him to drop out. But Anthony remained focused on his goals and won the NCAA National Championship in March 2011. Unstoppable is the story of one man whose spirit and unyielding resolve remind us all that we have the power to conquer adversity—in whatever form.

About The Author

Anthony Robles is a three-time all-American wrestler and motivational speaker. A graduate of Arizona State University, he is the 2011 NCAA National Wrestling Champion. In 2011 Robles received the Jimmy V Perseverance Award at the ESPYs and recieved the NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award. He will be inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012. He lives in Mesa, Arizona.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Lauren on March 13, 2018

The majority of the book was difficult to get through, but I ended up finishing it, and the end was pretty good. It had lots of elements of struggle, success, perseverance and was filled with emotion.......more

Goodreads review by Jacob_Tyler on February 10, 2017

The book Unstoppable was one of the better biographies I have read. Usually peoples biographies are boring, but Anthony Robles story is very interesting. If you like sports and competition you might like this book.......more

Goodreads review by Kevin on January 23, 2018

As a former wrestler myself I know how hard the sport is and how competitive it gets. I was able to relate to his training and recognized some of the moves he did. It’s a very good motivational story......more

Goodreads review by Staci on September 24, 2012

I found Unstoppable to be a wonderfully inspiring read. I couldn't put it down....I couldn't stop reading. What a remarkable man and a remarkable life he has traveled so far. The love he has for his mother is endearing. Even though I am not a wrestling fan, I feel like I am now! Anothony Robles' wri......more

Goodreads review by Callie on March 27, 2025

I thought it was a really inspiring book and very well written, It was very hooking and I found myself wanting to read more a lot of the time......more


Quotes

"Unstoppable is an inspirational narrative that captures the essence of conquering fears, breaking down barriers, and never letting one’s dreams be shattered.  This is truly the American spirit.”
—Condoleezza Rice

“I am inspired by his courage… [Anthony] is a reminder of the amazing things that can happen when we don’t give in; when we hang on for just a little longer than our bodies and minds are telling us to.” —Jay Leno, from the Foreword

"Unstoppable is a really touching and absorbing account of Anthony's journey. I've really enjoyed the way he's taken me there to share it with him. This is a great book!"
—Serena Williams

"Anthony Robles beat the odds by becoming unstoppable on the mat and in life. He's an inspiration."
—Michael Oher, author of the New York Times bestseller I Beat the Odds

Unstoppable is filled with passion, empowerment, hope, and encouragement. Anyone who reads this book will walk away with a sense of self-motivation to go out and accomplish their dreams.”
—LaDainian Tomlinson, former NFL running back and Most Valuable Player