Training Kids to Go the Distance
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Strengthen your parenting journey with these must-read books focused on faith, family values, and resilience. Handpicked by Dr. Mark D. Cummins, each title offers insights to guide your family toward lasting success.
While training for the 2015 IRONMAN® Florida race, Dr. Mark D. Cummins was reminded of his role as Dad to his two daughters. Like a light bulb turning on for the first time, he began to see three distinct childhood development stages of preschool, school-aged, and high school graduation through the lens of the three stages of an IRONMAN® triathlon of swim, bike, run. To accomplish his goal of finishing the Ironman race, there were several strategic steps he took. This book will explore and reveal those steps, how they translate to parenting, and equip you to run the parenting race well wherever on the journey you find yourself, whether you’re a parent-to-be, parent, grandparent, or caregiver. No matter your title, when it comes to children, the purpose remains the same: to see your kids be successful and go the distance in life.
Unlike an Ironman triathlon, parenting never has an official finish line. However, the similarities for training to be an IRONMAN® and training to be a parent are life changing.
Congratulations on taking the first step in your parenting endurance race! IronParents: Training Kids To Go The Distance isn’t just a book—it’s a movement to equip parents, grandparents, and caregivers with the tools to raise resilient, confident, and purpose-driven kids.
This page is your go-to destination for practical resources, downloadable tools, and exclusive content designed to help you develop your “parenting training plan.” Whether you’re just starting the journey or deep into the race, you’ll find inspiration and strategies to keep moving forward, one mile at a time.
Together, we’ll embrace the challenge, celebrate progress, and finish strong—because you are an IronParent!
01.Step One: Get the Book
If you haven’t already, start your journey by grabbing a copy of IronParents: Training Kids To Go The Distance. The book lays the foundation with practical strategies and insights to guide you through every stage of parenting. Available in paperback, hardcover, and eBook formats.
02.Download. the Workbook
Take your parenting journey further with our IronParents Workbook—a collection of guided exercises, action plans, and reflection tools tailored to each stage of your parenting endurance race. Download now and start building your personalized “training plan” for raising resilient, confident kids.
03.Download the Appendix
The appendix includes a comprehensive list of references and practical applications to support the concepts outlined in the book. Use it as a resource to implement strategies and deepen your understanding of the material.
04.Shop Recommended Books
Gain fresh encouragement and practical wisdom for your parenting journey through Dr. Mark D. Cummins’ YouTube channel. Each video is packed with insights, real-life stories, and actionable advice to help you stay motivated and focused on what matters most. Subscribe today and keep growing as an IronParent!
05.Subscribe to Emails for IronParents
Parenting is a race you don’t have to run alone. By joining the IronParents email list with the form below, you’ll gain access to exclusive insights, practical tools, and ongoing encouragement to help you tackle every stage of your journey. Stay connected with Dr. Mark D. Cummins and the IronParents community as we share tips, stories, and resources to keep you inspired and equipped.
06.Connect with Mark
Got questions or want to share your story? Dr. Mark is here to cheer you on! Reach out directly to discuss your parenting journey, ask questions, or schedule speaking engagements. Email [email protected] and take the next step in becoming an IronParent!
Stay inspired and equipped for your parenting journey! Sign up for the IronParents Email List to receive exclusive insights, tools, and encouragement to help you go the distance.
Parenting is the ultimate endurance race, but you don’t have to run it alone. Use these resources, teachings, and tools to stay focused, encouraged, and equipped for the journey ahead. Remember, every step you take shapes your child’s future and builds a legacy that lasts. The finish line isn’t about perfection—it’s about perseverance. Stay the course, embrace the challenge, and hear those powerful words: You are an IronParent!
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