Hope Fights Back

“Andrea Peet is an example of what happens when hope is met with passion and perseverance. Her story is an inspiration to all of us.” – Tony Hawk, Professional Skateboarder “Although her own time is limited by ALS, Andrea shows that this is no barrier to living a life that is truly without limits. When so many would lose hope, instead Andrea’s fighting spirit burns like an insatiable fire. Her relentless optimism, bravery, positivity and strength is woven into page of Hope Fights Back, and one cannot read her jaw-dropping story without feeling utterly inspired, determined to seize every opportunity and make the moment of every moment we have.” – Chrissie Wellington OBE, four times Ironman World Champion triathlete “Despite the limitations imposed by ALS, Andrea shatters the belief that it hampers her achievements and being. She gives hope to so many that have lost it. Hope Fights Back is full of optimism, positivity, and strength. Its profound message serves as a powerful reminder for all of us to seize every waking moment and make the most of our lives.” – Mike Reilly, the Voice of IRONMAN, USA Triathlon Hall of Fame“What is the purpose of hope? Andrea Lytle Peet shines a light on this question as she details accepting life with ALS. In her story, at times heartbreaking and humorous, we can all find lessons on how to move forward with intention, even against the current. Hope Fights Back inspires and celebrates the beauty of choice.” – Sarah Gearhart, author of We Share the Sun

Andrea Lytle Peet, an urban planner and triathlete, was diagnosed with ALS at the age of thirty-three and she began to write her story with the disease as it unfolded—in real time. Andrea and her husband, David, established Team Drea Foundation which raises funds for ALS research. She is a graduate of Davidson College and Georgia Tech and currently lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband and two cats.

Meredith Atwood is an attorney, author of two books (Triathlon for the Every Woman: You can be a Triathlete. Yes. You, and The Year of No Nonsense: How to Get Over Yourself and on with Your Life, and four-time IRONMAN triathlete. She was the host of “The Same 24 Hours” podcast and has written for Triathlete Magazine, Psychology Today.com, Women’s Running and Ironman.com. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia and lives in the Atlanta area with her husband, two teenagers, and a cat named Tia.

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