Activate Your Greatness

By: Alex Toussaint

Narrated by: Alex Toussaint

Length: 6 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

This program is read by the author.

Alex Toussaint, the rising Peloton star who counts everyone from Roger Federer and the Golden State Warriors to the Today Show’s Carson Daly as fans, hops off the bike and gives listeners the inspiration and motivation they need to activate their greatness in every aspect of their lives.

Alex Toussaint is known for his grueling workouts where he promises “to kick your ass”–yet thousands keep coming back for more. Why? Because he might be the most motivational teacher out there right now. His mantra is “Feel good, Look Good, Do Better.” He expects more from you, and from himself. Yet so much of what he talks about is NOT about the bike.

Alex’s enthusiasm for life is infectious–“You woke up today!” “Breathe in confidence, exhale doubt.” Because Alex knows what it is like to be overlooked and undervalued, to be the underdog. He knows what it’s like to not expect the best from yourself. The child of Haitian immigrants who sacrificed so much to give him an education, he knows what it is like to be one of the few Black kids growing up in East Hampton. After a turbulent adolescence that saw him being sent to military school, Toussaint dropped out of college and was mopping floors at a gym. A few years later, he's one of the most iconic cycling instructors on Peloton, helping thousands of users along their fitness journeys through his inspirational workouts.

Finally, Alex gets off the bike to help listeners activate their own greatness in every aspect of their lives. Part self-help, part memoir, Activate Your Greatness details Toussaint’s mental and physical practices, on and off the bike, that have influenced his daily habits, fueled his motivation, and that have ultimately contributed to his astronomical success and shows listeners how they can do the same.

A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company.

©2023 Alex Toussaint (P)2023 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“As a master motivator, Alex Toussaint has inspired millions of people to reach new heights—not just on their Peloton bikes, but in every part of their lives. In this moving memoir, he reveals how he learned to face pain and keep on climbing. It should come with a warning: this book may fire you up to do better and feel better.”–Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking

"If I'm honest, I really needed to hear Alex Toussaint's story. I needed his encouragement. I needed his inspiration. I needed the life lessons he's learned and I'm trying to learn myself. And what else can you be but honest after reading Activate Your Greatness from cover to cover in one day?"–Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

“For everyone who realizes that in order to look good on the outside, you have to feel good on the inside, Alex Toussaint’s Activate Your Greatness is a blueprint for building a stronger you in every way. It’s truly a great read.”–Dr. Mark Hyman, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Young Forever

Great motivational book

This book is not only for Peloton fans but for anyone who wants to improve themselves and their lives. Alex's message is universal and uplifting. He challenges you to activate your greatness, which he defines as “the ability to tap into your full potential and use it to create a positive impact on yourself and others.” He reminds you that you have the power to change your life, and he shows you how to do it.

Loved it!!

I loved learning more about Alex’s life and his life lessons! Alex, Thank you sharing your story with us for us to learn and apply to our lives.

I already loved AT but!!

As one of the most motivating instructors out there, AT was definitely an inspiration for me. After hearing his story I am even more inspired! A great read to light a little fire under your a**! Read it, you won't regret it!

AT at its finest

Great book on his trials and tribulations and loved hearing him read it. Just getting started!

Heck yes AT!

I loved listening to your story. So inspirational and a good reminder to never give up. Hearing you narrate this book pumped me up and now it might be time for a Club Bangers ride

Phenomenal!!

Thank you Alex for sharing your story! This book is inspiring for individuals of any age! Great source of encouragement and strength from within!

Awesome Read AT!

I really enjoyed this book! It was very relatable and inspiring. I hope your parents are proud!

Best Listen of the Year!

AT knocked this one out of the park — a must listen for anyone looking to activate their greatness!

Ready to take a Ride with Alex!!

This was a great book. Unfortunately I am not surprised by his journey. I could tell from the few classes I've taken he had military background. Hooah

Ride to Rise

Loved Alex’s vulnerability and perspective on leading oneself past internal demons. He was rather masterfully able to activate the human element of goal setting and growth. Highly recommend this book for people who want to push past the current status quo.