Exercise & Fitness

Mind Gym : An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence
Mind Gym : An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence

Review:This book breaks down the basics of the small mental challenges we face that slow ourselves down. This book helps me understand when I am not in the zone mentally and being mentally lazy. I feel now that I am more conscious of my mental state and can keep a positive mindset. Mathis is a great read if you are in sales or management also. It will also help the golf game Read more

Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle - How Bad Do You Want It?
Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle - How Bad Do You Want It?

Review:Matt Fitzgerald has written a very interesting and enjoyable book on the role of mental training for endurance athletes. I recommend this book to all endurance athletes and those who enjoy interesting narratives about individuals who have overcome challenges to become successful. The book can truly be enjoyed on 2 different levels:
• Stories of Elite Athletes who have achieved their best through development of better mental training skills and mindsets – these are truly inspirational storie... Read more

The life-changing self help book that's empowering people around the world to live an extraordinary life
The life-changing self help book that's empowering people around the world to live an extraordinary life

Review:Very inspirational. Sometimes a bit wordy, but I also have read similar types of material so I am not as patient as I would be otherwise. As with any self help, take what resonates and leave the rest. But there are a lot of gems here. Read more

Fit For Life: A New Beginning
Fit For Life: A New Beginning

Review:This was recommended to me by my holistic health care person.

While the book is dated in its references and suggestions, it did offer some interesting and healthy ideas.
Not a "quick" read, as there is a lot of info contained--but a book to reference when needed. Read more

Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance
Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance

Review:I just finished reading this book and found it absolutely fascinating. I love that while the author is mainly a runner, he talks about a lot of different sports. Everything from rowing, volleyball, soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, skiing, track, high jump, chess, and dogsledding are covered. Really great read overall. I've recommended it to all of my friends. Read more

A Skill-Based Approach to Endurance Training - Power Speed ENDURANCE
A Skill-Based Approach to Endurance Training - Power Speed ENDURANCE

Review:This book brought the Crossfit concept full circle. Well worth having--great reference tool. It takes you through the lifts, shows you what works best for runners, bikers, and swimmers- Form and technique are covered also. And some training programs for different sports Read more

Deskbound: Standing Up to a Sitting World
Deskbound: Standing Up to a Sitting World

Review:Talk about buying something you didn't think you needed. My trainer had the SUPPLE LEOPARD and got me watching Kelly's youtube videos.

I love how Kelly distinguishes flexibility from mobility because what we actually need is mobility in order to carry on in the world pain free and more importantly for me increase the quality of our sports endeavors.

I do not think a stand up desk is the answer to the worlds ills but i Do believe most of us sit WAY TOO MUCH and we need to mix it up... Read more

Practical Programming for Strength Training
Practical Programming for Strength Training

Review:This book contains a treasure trove of strength principles and knowledge accumulated by the authors over several decades of training elite athletes as well as recreational lifters. Much detail and advice for strength trainees and coaches at all levels of sport. Read more

New Functional Training for Sports
New Functional Training for Sports

Review:This is an outstanding book. Coach Boyle delivers a comprehensive plan for injury prevention through sound training. His resume speaks for itself but the aspect of his career that I appreciate the most is his willingness to remain open to change. He's not so proud to change his ways where science and practice reveal a new direction. This is a great strength and conditioning resource. Read more

A Complete Guide for Athletes & Coaches - Olympic Weightlifting
A Complete Guide for Athletes & Coaches - Olympic Weightlifting

Review:Good information, poorly written. Way to many unnecessary words used to describe simple concepts. Almost felt as if they were just added as filler to make the book longer. Other than getting passed the frustration of having to read it, there is good information that can be picked out. Read more

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