Iron Legacy: A Bodybuilding Novel of Strength, Family, and Legacy In the gritty world of iron and sweat, strength isn’t just measured by the size of your muscles—it’s defined by the legacy you leave behind. Dante has spent a lifetime sculpting his body into a fortress of discipline. At sixty-nine, he’s a bodybuilding legend—a man who’s fought time, gravity, and doubt with unwavering resolve. But beneath the chiseled exterior lies a quiet fear: that the world he built will crumble when his strength fades. Michael, his forty-year-old son with Down syndrome, has lived in Dante’s shadow, clipboard in hand, absorbing every lesson from the gym floor. He’s watched, learned, and waited. When Dante’s body begins to betray him, Michael steps forward in unexpected ways, challenging both father and son to redefine what legacy truly means. Set against the raw backdrop of a Florida gym where champions are forged, Iron Legacy is a powerful and emotional novel about fatherhood, vulnerability, and the bonds that transcend muscle. It’s a story of mortality and meaning—of one man’s fight to pass on more than just strength, and a son’s journey to claim his own. Perfect for readers who love inspirational family dramas, sports fiction, and stories about resilience, legacy, and love. Themes you’ll find inside: • Bodybuilding and the pursuit of excellence at any age • A deeply moving father–son relationship • Reflections on aging, identity, and mortality • Disability, independence, and unexpected leadership • Legacy, discipline, and the human spirit If you’re looking for a novel that will challenge your heart as much as your muscles, Iron Legacy belongs on your shelf.