'Australia's Sporting Heroes: Inspiring stories that shaped our nation'

Women's Health and Men's Health have launched the first issue of an amazing new four-part series, "Australia's Sporting Heroes".

Following on from the successful series "Australia, The Story Of Us", the "Australia's Sporting Heroes" collection showcases the personal stories of the men and women behind Australia's greatest sporting successes.

Pacific Magazines General Manager Jackie Frank says "From Cathy Freeman's Olympic triumph to Sir Donald Bradman's incredible batting average of 99.4, Australia's Sporting Heroes delves into the stories that have transfixed the nation.

"At the heart of this nationwide love affair, stand the men and women whose skill, courage and determination have taken them to the very top.

"With Rio only weeks away, this series recognises and celebrates unforgettable Australian sporting moments and the achievements of our athletes through the decades," Frank adds.

Each book features over 132 pages, including forewords by John Bertrand AO, Susie O'Neill, HG Nelson and Mark Beretta as well as exclusive interviews with a galaxy of sports stars including Tim Cahill, Lleyton Hewitt, Mitchell Johnson, David Pocock, Nat Fyfe, Sally Pearson, Stephanie Rice, Dawn Fraser, Louise Savage, Anna Meares, Adam Goodes, Pat Rafter and more.

The complete collection is available from all supermarkets and newsagents nationally or via isubscribe.com.au. Issue one is available for a RRP of $7.99.