The International Bestselling Fitness Book for WomenIs this a workout book that can give you a toned “Hollywood babe body” in 30 days flat?No.Is it a bodybuilding book full of diet and exercise “hacks” for gaining lean muscle and melting belly fat faster than a sneeze in a cyclone?Absolutely not.But is it an exercise book (and nutrition book) that’ll show you exactly how to eat and exercise to lose up to 35 pounds of fat (or more) and gain eye-catching amounts of muscle definition and strength?Yes.And faster than you probably think possibleBecause here’s the deal:Muscle building and fat loss aren’t nearly as complicated as you’ve been led to believe.You don't need to: Obsess over "clean eating" and avoiding "bad" foods like sugar, meat, and bread. Some foods are more nutritious and should be eaten more often than others. That's it.You don't need to: Spend a couple hours in the gym every day grinding through punishing strength training workouts. Sweating buckets, getting really sore, training until bone-tired . . . all wholly overrated for gaining lean muscle and strength.You don't need to: Slog away on the treadmill. In fact, you don't need to do any cardio exercise to shed ugly belly, hip, and thigh fat and even build your best body ever. Those are just a few of the harmful lies and myths that keep gals from ever achieving the lean, toned, and strong body they truly desire.And Thinner Leaner Stronger will teach you something that most women will never know:How to transform your body while eating the foods you like and doing just a few challenging (but not grueling) resistance training workouts per week. Oh and cardio? Completely optional.Here are just a few of the things you’ll discover inside this fitness book for women:The 10 biggest fitness myths and mistakes that keep women weak, overweight, and confused. For example, “only calories matter,” “carbs and sugars make you fat,” and “strength training makes you bulky.”The primary driver of muscle growth that forces your muscles to get fitter and stronger. And it has nothing to do with “muscle confusion,” “functional training,” or other pseudoscientific fitness nonsense.How to create meal plans for losing fat and building muscle with the foods you love so you never feel starved, deprived, or like you're "on a diet” (and especially a “bodybuilding diet”).12 months of paint-by-numbers strength training workouts for getting sexy curves and muscle definition in all of the right places on your body . . . in only 3-to-5 hours of resistance training per week.A no-BS guide to fitness supplements that’ll save you hundreds if not thousands of dollars on useless (and sometimes even dangerous) pills, powders, and potions. And that’s not all, either . . .367 peer-reviewed scientific studies support the Thinner Leaner Stronger system of eating, exercising, and recovering for losing fat and gaining lean muscle and strength.Thinner Leaner Stronger has sold over 400,000 copies in 13 languages and is regularly revised based on the latest findings in nutrition and exercise science (four editions released and counting!).The bottom line is you can get that “beach-ready” body without following a bland, boring, bodybuilding diet and without doing exhausting strength training workouts you hate. And this exercise book shows you how.Get your copy now, and start your journey to a fitter, leaner, and stronger you. Read more

The groundbreaking book that revolutionized exercise nutrition and performance for female athletes, now freshly updatedWomen are not small men. Stop eating and training like one.In ROAR, exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Stacy T. Sims, PhD, teaches you everything you need to know to adapt your nutrition, hydration, and training to work with your unique female physiology, rather than against it.By understanding your physiology, you’ll know how best to adapt your lifestyle and build routines to maximize your performance, on and off the sports field. You’ll discover expert guidance on building a rock-solid foundation for fitness and everyday life with tips for determining your high-performance body composition, gaining lean muscle, and nailing your nutrition. Because a women’s physiology changes over time, you’ll also find full chapters devoted to pregnancy and menopause.This revised edition includes a wealth of new research developments, expanded recommendations based on those findings, and updates to reflect the changing landscape of women's sports, including: An updated action plan for peak performance across all phases of your menstrual cycle, as there is never a bad day to perform at your bestA fresh understanding about the impact of hormonal contraception on trainingA look into why you need more protein than the average woman and how these needs change across your lifespan The reasons why sleep is your most powerful recovery tool and how to manage disruptions to your internal clockA deep dive into saunas, cold plunges, and other training and recovery techniques as they apply to female physiologyInsights into biohacking and what works (and doesn’t) for active womenNo matter what your activity is—Olympic lifting, general fitness, endurance, or field sports—this book will empower you with the personal insight and knowledge you need to be in the healthiest, fittest, strongest shape of your life. Read more

A very simple introduction to the sport of gymnastics along with descriptions of some of the basic skills and equipment. Read more

Aging is an inevitable aspect of life, so why not embrace it to the fullest? Strength training for women over 60 is a transformative practice that not only enhances physical strength but also improves overall health and quality of life. By engaging in regular strength training exercises, women in this age group can effectively combat muscle loss, maintain bone density, and improve joint flexibility. Beyond the physical benefits, strength training boosts confidence, promotes independence in daily activities, and supports mental well-being. It's a crucial tool for aging gracefully and maintaining vitality, offering women over 60 a path to enjoying life to the fullest.. Read more

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The International Bestselling Workout Book for MenIs this a bodybuilding book that can help you pack on brain-shrinking amounts of muscle in 30 days flat?No.Is it a fitness book full of dubious diet and exercise “hacks” and “shortcuts” for melting belly fat faster than a roided hornet?Absolutely not.But is it an exercise book (and nutrition book) that’ll show you exactly how to eat and exercise to gain 25-to-35 pounds of lean muscle and lose just as much fat (or even more)?Yes. And faster than you probably think possible.Because here’s the deal:Muscle building and fat loss aren’t nearly as complicated as you’ve been led to believe.You don't need to: Obsess over "clean eating" and avoiding “unhealthy” foods like sugar, meat, and bread. Some foods are more nutritious and should be eaten more frequently than others. That's it.You don't need to: Spend a couple hours in the gym every day grinding through punishing strength training workouts. Sweating buckets, getting really sore, training until bone-tired . . . all wholly overrated for gaining muscle and strength.You don't need to: Slog away on the treadmill. In fact, you don't need to do any cardio exercise at all to shed ugly belly fat and even get six-pack abs. Those are just a few of the harmful fitness lies and myths that keep guys from ever achieving the lean, muscular, and strong body they truly desire.And Bigger Leaner Stronger will teach you something that most men will never know:How to transform your body while eating the foods you like and doing a few challenging (but not grueling) strength training workouts per week. Oh and cardio exercise? Completely optional.Here are just a few of the things you’ll discover inside this workout book for men:The 10 biggest fitness myths and mistakes that keep guys weak, fat, and confused. For example, “calories are all that matters,” “carbs and sugars make you fat,” and “some guys don’t have the genetics to get big.”The primary driver of muscle growth that forces your muscles to get bigger and stronger. And no, it has nothing to do with “muscle confusion,” “functional training,” or any other pseudoscientific fitness nonsense.How to create meal plans for building muscle and losing fat with foods you love so you never feel starved, deprived, or like you're "on a diet" (and especially a “bodybuilding diet”).12 months of paint-by-numbers resistance training workouts for building a full chest, wide back, powerful legs, and bulging arms . . . in only 3-to-5 hours of weight training per week.A no-BS guide to fitness supplements that’ll save you hundreds if not thousands of dollars on useless (and sometimes even dangerous) pills, powders, and potions And that’s not all, either . . .338 peer-reviewed scientific studies support the Bigger Leaner Stronger system of eating, training, and recovering for losing fat and building muscle and strength.Bigger Leaner Stronger has sold over 600,000 copies in 16 different languages and is regularly revised based on the latest findings in nutrition and exercise research (four editions released and counting!). The bottom line is you can get that head-turning “Hollywood hunk” body without following a bland, boring, bodybuilding diet and without doing exhausting weightlifting workouts you hate. And this exercise book shows you how.Get your copy now, and start your journey to a bigger, leaner, and stronger you. Read more

The classic close-quarters combat manual that offers practical fighting skills and historical insight into the evolution of this self-defense technique.  Scientific Self-Defence is William E. Fairbairn’s seminal manual on his complete, close-quarters combat system of the same name. Covering both armed and unarmed moves as well as a variety of restraint techniques, students will find a wide range of easily learnable skills that will be useful everywhere from home to the streets to the battlefield. The material is clearly presented and can be useful to everyone from the light weight beginner to a powerful martial artist. The knowledge you gain just might save your life!   Fairbairn influenced the world of hand-to-hand combat as a member of the Shanghai Municipal Police in the 1930s and a trainer of elite-unit soldiers during World War II. He is a modern legend in the history of fighting and self-defense skills and is widely regarded as one of the fathers of modern hand-to-hand combat.  Fully illustrated with over 200 demonstrative photographs Read more

The Only Guide You Will Ever Need to Build the Ultimate Physique!The Muscle Ladder: Get Jacked Using Science is the best all-in-one science-based guide for building a strong and muscular physique. Jeff Nippard, professional natural bodybuilder and coach, has developed a clear blueprint for anyone at any level to achieve their fitness goals. Having architected tens of thousands of programs for athletes and gym-goers, Jeff possesses a mastery of the scientific mechanisms that will help you unlock your hypertrophic potential.Jeff’s 12 ladder-style fundamentals are specifically designed so that you can work your way up confidently and quickly! Using a “rail” and “rung” format to define each fundamental, his model explains where to start, how to follow through, and how to apply each principle to your unique lifting goals. The Muscle Ladder is a cut above the rest, explaining not only the how but also the why behind each fundamental. In addition to accessible-yet-comprehensive explanations, The Muscle Ladder provides sample training programs, a full section on techniques with corresponding visuals, along with a bonus chapter on nutrition and supplementation. The Muscle Ladder includes·      20 programs for all experience levels, from beginner to advanced·      Time-saving programs for those looking for quick and effective workouts·      Flexible workouts that can help you reach your goals in 2 days per week or up to 6 days per week based upon your schedule·      A chapter on nutrition, supplements, and cardio that gives you everything you need to achieve your goal physique·      Detailed photo demonstrations for more than 80 fundamental exercises·      Simple and practical explanations of science-based training principlesAfter reading The Muscle Ladder, you will·      Become your own fitness expert with Jeff’s easy-to-follow explanations of the science behind achieving gains.·      Discover what works best for you as Jeff guides you in prioritizing and customizing these principles to match your specific fitness goals.·      Build muscle and strength quickly and effectively!·      Master your diet with Jeff’s insights on nutrition, enabling you to create a flexible diet plan that enhances your workout results.·      Eliminate mistakes by learning how to identify and correct common errors, ensuring steady progress without setbacks.·      Access 20 complete training programs designed for various goals, experience levels, and schedules. Read more

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Foreword by Malcolm GladwellLimits are an illusion: discover the revolutionary account of the science and psychology of endurance, revealing the secrets of reaching the hidden extra potential within us all."A voyage to the outer reaches of human capacity.” —David Epstein, author of Range"Reveals how we can all surpass our perceived physical limits." —Adam Grant The capacity to endure is the key trait that underlies great performance in virtually every field. But what if we all can go farther, push harder, and achieve more than we think we’re capable of? Blending cutting-edge science and gripping storytelling in the spirit of Malcolm Gladwell—who contributes the book’s foreword—award-winning journalist Alex Hutchinson reveals that a wave of paradigm-altering research over the past decade suggests the seemingly physical barriers you encounter as set as much by your brain as by your body. This means the mind is the new frontier of endurance—and that the horizons of performance are much more elastic than we once thought.But, of course, it’s not “all in your head.” For each of the physical limits that Hutchinson explores—pain, muscle, oxygen, heat, thirst, fuel—he carefully disentangles the delicate interplay of mind and body by telling the riveting stories of men and women who’ve pushed their own limits in extraordinary ways.The longtime “Sweat Science” columnist for Outside and Runner’s World, Hutchinson, a former national-team long-distance runner and Cambridge-trained physicist, was one of only two reporters granted access to Nike’s top-secret training project to break the two-hour marathon barrier, an extreme quest he traces throughout the book. But the lessons he draws from shadowing elite athletes and from traveling to high-tech labs around the world are surprisingly universal. Endurance, Hutchinson writes, is “the struggle to continue against a mounting desire to stop”—and we’re always capable of pushing a little farther. Read more

The Official Workout Journal for the Thinner Leaner Stronger ProgramIs this a workout book that can give you a lean and toned “Hollywood babe body” in 30 days flat? No. Is it a bodybuilding book full of dubious diet and exercise “hacks” and “shortcuts” for gaining lean muscle and melting belly fat faster than a sneeze in a cyclone?Absolutely not.But is it an exercise book (and nutrition book) that’ll show you exactly how to eat and exercise to lose up to 35 pounds of fat (or more) and gain eye-catching amounts of muscle definition and strength?Yes. And faster than you probably think possible, or your money back.The Year One Challenge for Women is a workout journal companion to the bestselling fitness book for women, Thinner Leaner Stronger.This workout book contains a full year's worth of Thinner Leaner Stronger workouts for getting lean, sexy curves and muscle definition in all of the right places on your body . . . in only 3-to-5 hours of resistance training per week.This workout journal also provides you with a comprehensive Thinner Leaner Stronger “cheatsheet” that lists and demonstrates all exercises in the program, and explains how to choose the right routine for you, how to progress in your workouts, how to make exercise substitutions, and more.So, imagine . . . just 12 weeks from now . . . looking at the changes in your physique and thinking, "I did that. That's awesome. I'm awesome." And believing it.The bottom line is you can get that beautiful “beach-ready” body without doing exhausting strength training workouts you hate. And this exercise book shows you how.Get your copy now, and start your journey to a fitter, leaner, and stronger you. Read more

This e-book contains 302 pages with 900 photos and 50-minute videos (updated January 2019). The E Tai Chi sequences demonstrated by the author can be watched on YouTube. E Tai Chi (the introduction) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SpGNjAtxPw E Tai Chi (the basic sequence) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjbVILwHwCY E Tai Chi (the intermediate and advanced sequences) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Medo50cBNEc E Tai Chi (Ease or Easy Tai Chi) is the world’s simplest and safest Tai Chi exercise, which is invented by Dr. Yongxin Li, a practicing physician with a Ph. D. degree in physiology. It consists of sequences of simple and gentle circular hand/arm movements performed with natural walking or standing. E Tai Chi is unique, original, scientific, effective, and infinite! It is for your personal health only, not for fighting or competition. Its characteristics can be summarized by Five S’s: Simplicity, Science, Safety, Strength, and Serenity. Simplicity. E Tai Chi is the ultimate simplest Tai Chi, which cannot be simplified any more. Besides regular standing or walking, E Tai Chi is made of only one circular hand/arm movement, which gives rise to six basic movements readily. Science. E Tai Chi is an entirely brand-new Tai Chi exercise system that is scientifically created for the purpose of simplicity, safety, and efficacy. It is not the rearrangement or modification of existing Tai Chi Forms. E Tai Chi is the essence of Tai Chi extracted from traditional Tai Chi and maintains the beauty of Tai Chi without its shortcomings such as being difficult to learn and causing joint injuries. Safety. The typical Tai Chi walk, the curved footwork, has been replaced by regular walking or slowed natural walking in E Tai Chi. You always face forward without making turns, squatting, or kicking. Because you walk sideways in most of the E Tai Chi postures, you can avoid over-flexion of the knees and maintain optimal knee/foot alignment. Strength. In the E Tai Chi sequence, the majority of the postures involve walking sideways. E Tai Chi provides an efficient physical workout because sideways walking consumes over three times more energy than forward walking. Serenity. E Tai Chi combines Tai Chi with Qigong, a Chinese style body-mind exercise. This integration will enhance the efficacy of Tai Chi exercises. You can create your own E Tai Chi sequence by using the six basic hand movements and different ways of walking or standing. The six hand/arm movements can be transformed further into any movements of existing Tai Chi styles. Therefore, E Tai Chi has laid a solid foundation for you if you wish to pursue traditional Tai Chi forms in the future. E Tai Chi relaxes your body, reduces stress, promotes physical fitness, and cultivates the sensation of feeling good. Since E Tai Chi is simple and safe, you can easily incorporate it into your day to day life. If you want to practice Tai Chi and Qigong to improve your health, then E Tai Chi is the only Tai Chi and Qigong you need for the rest of your life. I have written three books on E Tai Chi: 1. E Tai Chi (The Basic Book) at Amazon.com. The basic book introduces the basics of E Tai Chi and the basic sequence. It has 170 pages with over 400 photos. 2. E Tai Chi (The Complete Book) at Amazon.com. The complete book has 302 pages with over 900 photos and includes all the E Tai Chi sequences. 3. E Tai Chi (The Science Book) coming soon. The book describes E Tai Chi’s scientific foundation, medical applications, various ways of practicing it, etc. Read more

Discover the Power of Chair Yoga & Tai Chi: Relieve Pain, Improve Balance, and Feel Rejuvenated—All in Just 6 Weeks!The Ultimate 2-in-1 Wellness Guide for Seniors Over 60By Dr. Emily Carter – Senior Wellness Expert Certified Yoga & Tai Chi InstructorFeeling Stiff, Tired, or Off-Balance? Let’s Change That—Starting Today.Aging can take a toll on your body and mind, but it doesn’t have to. If you’re tired of struggling with joint pain, poor balance, stiffness, or low energy, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to accept it.With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Emily Carter has designed this life-changing 6-week plan to help seniors like you restore mobility, reduce pain, and regain confidence—without ever leaving your chair!This is not just another exercise book—it’s a holistic wellness solution combining two time-tested practices:1️⃣ Chair Yoga – For gentle strength, flexibility, and stress relief2️⃣ Tai Chi – For better balance, posture, and calming mental clarityTogether, these joint-friendly routines create a powerful, easy-to-follow program that transforms your body and mind—one gentle move at a time.Why You Need This Book NOWAre You Experiencing Any of These Common Issues?Struggling to get out of chairs or maintain your balance?Feeling stiff, sluggish, or out of breath after small tasks?Worried about losing independence as you age?Suffering from arthritis, joint pain, or limited mobility?If any of these sound familiar, this program was made for YOU.What Makes This Book Different?💡 2-in-1 Mastery Plan: Tai Chi + Chair Yoga = Maximum BenefitsUnlike most exercise programs, this guide combines two gentle, low-impact practices to maximize your results. Improve balance, strength, and mobility while also calming your mind and reducing stress.🗓 6-Week Step-by-Step ProgramYou’ll progress at your own pace with weekly routines that gradually build your stamina, flexibility, and confidence—no previous experience needed!🪑 Perfect for ALL Ability LevelsWhether you’re dealing with arthritis, recovering from injury, or just getting started, these chair-based routines are safe, accessible, and effective.📖 Easy-to-Follow FormatExtra-Large Print & Visual Guides – No squinting or confusion!Clear Step-by-Step Instructions – Move with confidence.Lifetime Video Access (via QR Code) – Get expert guidance anytime, anywhere.Transformative Results You Can Expect:✔️ Better Balance & Posture – Prevent falls and improve mobility✔️ Reduced Joint Pain & Stiffness – Feel more comfortable in your daily activities✔️ Increased Energy & Strength – Keep up with grandkids, friends, and life’s adventures✔️ A Calmer, More Peaceful Mindset – Reduce anxiety and sleep better✔️ Improved Flexibility & Circulation – Stay active and independent longerDon’t Wait to Feel Better—Start Your Transformation Today🎁 Bonus: Lifetime Access to Guided Video Tutorials!Not sure if you’re doing the moves correctly? Just scan the QR code inside the book to access Dr. Carter’s professional video demonstrations and follow along from the comfort of your home.👉 Don’t Let Pain, Stiffness, or Balance Issues Hold You Back Another Day. Click “Buy Now” to Begin Your 6-Week Journey to Wellness! Read more

Bodyweight training and calisthenics exercise are the most accessible form of exercise for everyone!If you:Want to exercise at home or on the goAre a total beginner or senior that wants an effective bodyweight training routineWant to burn fat whilst toning, strengthening, and shaping your bodyNeed full body workouts, specific muscle groups development or functional trainingAre a more advanced trainer looking to progress with calisthenicsAre looking for low impact, effective workoutsThis book has you covered!Bodyweight training and calisthenics have been around for a long time. It is an excellent way to train with resistance and can lead to some very impressive feats of strength.Whether you are a new trainer or more advanced, you can use your own bodyweight, not only to perform gravity defying tricks, but to develop a strong, lean, functional body.You will discover:How to progress from total beginner to advanced bodyweight exercises with the “big 5”Abs and core exercise progressionsHow to create your own exercise routine based on your current abilityHow to use isometrics and negative trainingSeveral pre-made exercise routines of varying levels you can follow directlyBlank program cards for you to create your own routine and track your progress“If you are serious about training and want results of any kind, you should have a plan. Whether this is bodyweight and calisthenics, bodybuilding or running, you should always create a plan or routine before getting started.”Training for results and training correctly, along with planning and progression, are all qualities at the heart of this book. So whatever your current fitness level, if you are interested in bodyweight and calisthenics training, you will be able to make great use of this guide. So, let's get started! Read more

Finally! There is A Mental Toughness Book For Young Athletes!Hey Everyone,Moses and Troy Horne here. Your mental toughness guides! We know exactly how you feel. If you are reading this you probably have a young athlete who struggles with in-game stress and maybe even sports performance anxiety. That is why this version was mostly written by Moses. As of the time of the writing of this book Moses Horne is a 15 year old elite athlete who can talk directly about the triumphs ans struggles of working towards being mentally tough. This is the only book that I know of with input from an actual young athlete.A lot of the heavy lifting was done by me Troy Horne, his dad. I am here to help the parents understand how to help your kiddo navigate this mental toughness journey. For more on that make sure that you pick up the Parent's guide version of this book - Mental Toughness for Young Athletes: Eight Proven 5-Minute Mindset Exercises For Kids And Teens In Competitive Sports (Parent's Guide) It's super necessary. We know where you are and we know how to help you help your young athlete find their mental fortitude. In the past we have purchased a lot of books about mental toughness in sports.To be honest, most of the books that we read were not a good fit for young athletes because they were either written for adults or not written for youth athletes in COMPETITIVE sports. There is a difference.Parents! Troy Speaking: Since there wasn't anything out there for elite athletes I did what every youth sports parent does when they want to help their kid. I started my own team! JUUUUST KIDDING! (I probably should have, but I didn't believe that I would be able to do it well. I lacked mental confidence myself I guess. We talk about that in the parent's version of this book too.)We took the long journey of ups and downs. We struggled to help our young athlete find his mental toughness. IT WAS ROUGH! However, luckily along the way we found the winning formula thanks to being able to talk with sports icons personally. We launched a podcast together and on it we interviewed sports mental toughness giants like Chauncey Billups, Tywanna Smith, Keiko Yoshimine, Earl Boykins, Jason Richardson and Kobe Bryant!We studied what they did and said based on our interviews and we came up with a mental toughness plan that worked! We followed their journey and their advice. We wrote down what worked for our young athlete and we put it in this book so that you would be able to skip a lot of the struggle and failure part. No need for everyone to struggle right?In this book we are going to share with you what we learned from talking to NBA Athletes, NFL Athletes, EuroLeague Athletes, College Coaches, and College Athletes as well. Does your child perform better in practice than they do when the game or when the "Lights Come On"?Do they seem like they are losing their love for the game?Do you want to help them?If you answered yes to these questions then you are in the right place. This book is the answer that you have been looking for! I can say this with confidence because I have used everything that I am going to share with you in this book with my son and it has worked.What a blessing to get the keys to mental toughness straight from greats! I look forward to sharing what we learned with you!This stuff is a game-changer and it's made specifically for young athletes!Order now to improve your young athlete's mental toughness level for good! Read more

Let’s face it: fitness is hard.Have you ever gotten into the car after a long day at work and headed straight for the couch instead of the gym?Have you ever been unable to stop hitting the snooze button in the morning?Have you even felt secretly afraid you just don’t have what it takes to transform your body and health?Welcome to the club.Working out and eating right takes time, energy, effort, discipline, dedication, and patience, and life always finds ways to interfere with our intentions and tempt us to stray.And here’s the ground truth:It doesn’t ever get easier—we just have to get better.This book will help you get better.It contains practical scientific research, compelling stories, and time-proven tactics for overcoming the mental and emotional blocks that bring you down and spin you around.Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll find inside:The easiest way to instantly increase your willpower and self-control in any situation, no matter how you feel in the moment.3 science-based psychological “tricks” you can use to stay strong during moments of temptation.A simple 10-minute technique for beating procrastination and skyrocketing productivity.How to inoculate yourself against Great Western Disease of “I’ll be happy when . . .” and find immediate joy and satisfaction right where you are.Why you must stop telling yourself that you need things to be “just right” (and what to do instead).The “40% rule” that Navy SEALs use to “dig deep” and screw up their courage when they need it most.And more.Here’s the bottom line:If you’ve ever wondered why some people always seem motivated, optimistic, and fearless . . .. . . and if you want to master the psychological “playbook” top performers use to shift their negative thinking and behaviors into peak performance and lasting success . . .. . . this book is for you.Scroll up, click the “buy” button now, and get ready to enjoy more energy, enthusiasm, and excellence. Read more

A new fitness daily reader with simple, evidence-based, time-proven techniques for upgrading your mindset, improving your body composition, reducing the risk of disease and dysfunction, slowing aging, and more.Want to drop from 18.9 percent to 10.2 percent body fat in 14 days? Forget calories in and out—a toxic colonial construct that’s faker than math and triangles. Timed doses of handstands, bishop’s cap cactus needles, and Sitali breathing exercises do just the trick. Want to extend the muscle-building effects of whey protein powder? Just do what your hunter-gatherer ancestors did to bulk up fast—add some sprouted galangal root to your grass-fed whey protein shakes.Want to indulge in weekly guilt-free carb orgies? You just need to train your body to convert excess glucose into muscle-pumping glycogen rather than waist-expanding belly fat. And we can thank Nazi scientists recruited by the US government in Operation Paperclip for a little-known method of doing just that: Eating raw German red garlic one hour before the binge. Cloves and cloves of raw German red garlic. The more the better, my unfabricated data suggests.So . . . yeah. None of that actually works. But it gives you an idea of what you won’t find in this book:Page after page of quasiscientific gibberish and pretense geared toward peculiarity and persuasion rather than practicality and performance. Instead, this book contains a few things:Simple, evidence-based, time-proven diet, exercise, and supplementation techniques that’ll help you achieve your health and fitness goals faster, including improving your body composition, reducing the risk of disease and dysfunction, slowing aging, and more.Motivational musings that’ll inspire you to wallow in fewer “cheat days,” skip fewer workouts, and generally stay out of your own way on your fitness journey.Zany fitness meanderings that’ll earn your smile because, as Victor Borge said, a smile is the shortest distance between two people. And one of the reasons I wrote this book was simply to get closer to more like-minded people, like you. The main reason I wrote this book, however, is this:You aren’t stuck with the body you have. You can make it better, even if you’ve mishandled it, and it’s far simpler than many people believe. Because here’s the truth:Every day, your body’s biology is changing. It’s getting stronger or weaker, younger or older, healthier or sicker, and the driving factor behind these changes isn’t your genes, environment, or even your age—it’s your lifestyle. How you eat. How you exercise. How you sleep. How you supplement. And not just how, but how often. Because what you do every day is far more important than what you do every so often. Hence this daily reader with 169 short and insightful chapters that give straightforward and practical answers to perhaps the two hottest questions in fitness: “How do I look great?”“How do I feel great as well?”In short, Stronger Than Yesterday is a book to dip into every day for a morsel of education, spark of encouragement, or moment of joy. And by doing just that—by reading and applying just a few daily pages—you can gradually upgrade your mindset, diet, exercise, supplementation, rest, recovery, stress management, and more.So, if you've been saying "one day" for too long now, is it time to say "day one" instead? Are you ready to get stronger than yesterday? Read more

*From The Creator Of The Hip Hook*The underlying cause of your pain could be a tight and unrecognized muscle in your hip.Do you have pain in your back, tailbone, pelvis, hip, knee, or foot that won't go away, no matter what you try? All of these issues can result from tightness in the iliacus and psoas, commonly called the "hip flexor" which can cause not just hip pain, but pain all over the body.Most people don't even know they have an iliacus, but this tight muscle can cause lower back pain while sitting, hip pain with driving & can even make you prone to hip osteoarthritis. The truth is that almost everyone has hip flexor tightness and this tension twists the core of the body. As a result of too much sitting, driving, running, biking, kicking, heavy lifting, yoga, dance, gymnastics, or stress, a tight hip could be the missing link to enjoying a pain-free life. Hip health is key to a pain free body.In this book you will:Discover how these muscles impact your body from head to toeDetermine if you are one of the millions of people with a tight iliacus or psoas muscleRelease the tension in these stressed tissues for goodGet your body aligned for pain-free performance & increased endurance lowering your risk of injuriesPrevent iliacus and psoas muscle tightness from developing ever againGet detailed hip flexor exercises, tips to address trigger points, exercises for sciatica, tools to keep the hip flexible & solutions for pelvic pain.Maintain the health of the hip joint & keep the hip stretchable.Know the cause for tailbone pain & the effective techniques for iliacus and psoas releases.Based on decades of physical therapy practice, this book outlines 3 simple steps to get your hip healthy and your core aligned, helping you resolve your pain and create hip mobility without expensive treatments, surgeries, and medications. Read more

A guide to mental toughness from the author of 80/20 Running: “Fitzgerald’s research will help you become your own sports psychologist.” —Joe Friel, endurance sports coach and author of the Training Bible seriesThe greatest athletic performances spring from the mind, not the body. Elite athletes have known this for decades and now science is learning why it’s true. In How Bad Do You Want It?, coach Matt Fitzgerald examines over a dozen pivotal races to discover the surprising ways elite athletes strengthen their mental toughness. Fitzgerald puts you into the pulse-pounding action of epic races from running, cycling, triathlon, XTERRA, and rowing with race reports and revealing post-race interviews with the elites. Their words reinforce what the research has found: strong mental fitness lets us approach our true physical limits, giving us an edge over physically stronger competitors. Each chapter explores the how and why of an elite athlete’s transformative moment, revealing powerful new psychobiological principles you can practice to flex your own mental fitness.The new psychobiological model of endurance performance shows that the most important question in endurance sports is: How bad do you want it? This fascinating book will forever change how you answer this question and show how to master the psychology of mind over muscle. Discover new psychobiological findings including:Mental toughness determines how close you can get to your physical limit * Bracing yourself for a tough race or workout can boost performance by 15% or more * Champions have learned how to give more of what they have * The only way to improve performance is by altering how you perceive effort * Choking under pressure is a form of self-consciousness * Your attitude in daily life is the same one you bring to sports * There’s no such thing as going as fast as you can—only going faster than before * The fastest racecourse is the one with the loudest spectators * Faith in your training is as important as the training itselfFeatured athletes include: Sammy Wanjiru, Jenny Simpson, Greg LeMond, Siri Lindley, Willie Stewart, Cadel Evans, Nathan Cohen and Joe Sullivan, Paula Newby-Fraser, Ryan Vail, Thomas Voeckler, Ned Overend, Steve Prefontaine, and John “The Penguin” Bingham“Fitzgerald has been writing about the psychology of endurance performance for more than a decade now and is really one of the pioneers in terms of trying to take this body of research out of the laboratory and into the field for everyone to try.” —Runner’s World Read more

Prenatal nutrition can be confusing. A lot of the advice you’ve been given about what to eat (or what not to eat) is well-meaning, but frankly, outdated or not evidenced-based. In Real Food for Pregnancy, you’ll get clear answers on what to eat and why, with research to back up every recommendation. Author and specialist in prenatal nutrition, Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE, has taken a long and hard look at the science and discovered a wide gap between current prenatal nutrition recommendations and what foods are required for optimal health in pregnancy and for your baby’s development. There has never been a more comprehensive and well-referenced resource on prenatal nutrition. With Real Food for Pregnancy as your guide, you can be confident that your food and lifestyle choices support a smooth, healthy pregnancy. Read more

An intimate look at writing, running, and the incredible way they intersect, What I Talk About When I Talk About Running is an illuminating glimpse into the solitary passions of one of our greatest artists.While training for the New York City Marathon, Haruki Murakami decided to keep a journal of his progress. The result is a memoir about his intertwined obsessions with running and writing, full of vivid recollections and insights, including the eureka moment when he decided to become a writer. By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, here is a rich and revelatory work that elevates the human need for motion to an art form. Read more