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Learning to Breathe Fire: The Rise of Crossfit and the Primal Future of FitnessThe absorbing, definitive account of CrossFit's origins, its explosive grassroots growth, and its emergence as a global phenomenon. One of the most illuminating books ever on a sports subculture, Learning to Breathe Fire combines vivid sports writing with a thoughtful meditation on what it means to be human. In the book, veteran journalist J. C. Herz explains the science of maximum effort, why the modern gym fails an obese society, and the psychic
The absorbing, definitive account of CrossFit's origins, its explosive grassroots growth, and its emergence as a global phenomenon.
One of the most illuminating books ever on a sports subculture, Learning to Breathe Fire combines vivid sports writing with a thoughtful meditation on what it means to be human. In the book, veteran journalist J.C. Herz explains the science of maximum effort, why the modern gym fails an obese society, and the psychic rewards of ending up on the floor feeling as though you're about to die. The story traces CrossFit's rise, from a single underground gym in Santa Cruz to its adoption as the workout of choice for elite special forces, firefighters and cops, to its popularity as the go-to fitness routine for regular Joes and Janes. Especially riveting is Herz's description of The CrossFit Games, which begin as an informal throw-down on a California ranch and evolve into a televised global proving ground for the fittest men and women on Earth, as well as hundreds of thousands of lesser mortals. In her portrayal of the sport's star athletes, its passionate coaches and its "chief armorer," Rogue Fitness, Herz powerfully evokes the uniqueness of a fitness culture that cultivates primal fierceness in average people. And in the shared ordeal of an all-consuming workout, she unearths the ritual intensity that's been with us since humans invented sports, showing us how, on a deep level, we're all tribal hunters and first responders, waiting for the signal to go all-out.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Harmony
Published: 06/02/2015
ISBN: 9780385348898
Pages: 368
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.20w x 0.80d
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★★★★★ 5
The best chew ever for a strong chewer
Color: Dogwood (Brown), Size: Large (Pack of 1)
We have a 77lb goldendoodle who loves these. We’re lucky because he doesn’t chew on anything other than his toys, but when he starts on this…he really goes at it. It’s healthy, (not synthetic), doesn’t break apart, (no pieces to worry about him swallowing), it just perfect for him. The noise may get on your nerves but it’s a small price to pay to keep him from chewing on your furniture, shoes, or anything else a mischievous dog can find.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
★★★★★ 3
Little pieces break off
Color: Dogwood (Brown), Size: Large (Pack of 1)
My dog is obsessed with this. It does last a long time even given her strong chewing capabilities. I wish it was a little bigger. The main reason I rated it so low is when my dog is chewing on this it breaks off a little plastic peice and sometimes it hits the back of her throat making her cough so you have to supervise with this.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great for aggressive chewers
Color: Dogwood (Brown), Size: Large (Pack of 1)
My dog is an aggressive chewer so they are great for her. I would love to have one a bit thinner so it could fit in a holder so it is easier for her to hold while eating. This keeps her busy and is long lasting. I have purchased these multiple times.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Awsome puppy toy
This toy is great. My baby destroys every stuffed toy we get her. Except this one and one other from the same manufacturer. She loves them so much and is constantly playing with them. No rips or holes at all. I’d give 10 stars if I could!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Durable Stuffed Toys for a Chewer
I have 2 two year old medium size mixed dogs (Paisan and Barley) Barley is a chewer and has destroyed every stuffed toy we've bought within a couple days until this sloth and racoon. I purchased the sloth almost a month ago and can't believe it's still in one piece! They love the sloth and the two of them play tug of war with it everyday. It's Barley's favorite toy to chew on and no longer has a face or squeaker (which she removed through the face) and the hands and feet have taken a beating but the rest of it has held up incredibly well due to the strong stitching. We've had the racoon for almost 3 months but for some reason neither of my dogs pays much attention to it. The ears have been chewed off but that's it. I'm so pleased to finally find toys that can hold up to Barley! They are more expensive than other stuffed toys but so much more durable and worth every penny! I'm sticking with this brand!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2025