The Rise of Superman (book)

*The Rise of Superman* by Steven Kotler explores how extreme athletes unlock extraordinary flow states—deep focus and effortless performance—by embracing risk and pushing limits. The book examines neuroscience and psychology behind these moments of peak performance, illustrating how similar principles can be applied beyond sports to achieve creativity, innovation, and personal growth. Kotler presents compelling stories of athletes like big-wave surfers and snowboarders, demonstrating how the pursuit of adrenaline-fueled challenge can lead to heightened mental states and breakthroughs, inspiring readers to understand the science of flow and harness it in their own lives.