The Strenuous Life: Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of the American Athlete

Featuring an amazing cast of historical figures, this is the story of how President Theodore Roosevelt led an American sports and fitness revolution.

“An engaging book you can hold with one hand while doing light bicep curls with the other.” —Washington Post

“A fascinating account...Sports fans and history buffs alike will enjoy this focused portrait.” —Publishers Weekly

Give up exercise, a doctor told Theodore Roosevelt while he attended Harvard, or you might die of a heart attack! This af...