The 3 Best Books I Read Last Year

I’ve done this every year for the last 7 years (this year’s post is going out a bit later than usual). I reflect on the best books I that read at the end of the year and then come up with my “best of” list. In keeping tradition, I wanted to share my list of […]
How To Become An Unstoppable Learning Machine (10 Strategies For Constant Growth)

This article is for the serious fitness enthusiast, coach, or athlete who wants to continue to develop themselves and evolve, beyond what they do in the gym. I believe that sometimes you have to look in the mirror and ask yourself the question “how am I really getting better?” This article is about how to […]
The 5 Best Fitness Books Of The Year (2016 Edition)

As we begin, let me tell you this. The list here should be titled the 5 best and most unconventional fitness books of the year. These aren’t the typical “mainstream” fitness books and if you’ve read anything before from this website, you know that’s not how I roll. Now that I said that, here’s my […]
The 5 Best Fitness Books of The Year (2015 Edition)

Here’s my 4th annual post summarizing the top 5 fitness books of the year. If you’re a regular reader, you know how much value I place on reading great books to improve the quality of your life – in any subject, not just fitness. There were some great books this year, without a doubt. While […]
Quarterly Reading List: 5 Amazing Books You Should Check Out

Let me be honest with you, I’m a book nut. No – I’m a book NUT. If you’re a regular reader or you listener to the podcast, you already know that. Books are just one of my passions though, just like training is my passion. I hope you enjoy reading, as much as I do […]
The 5 Best Fitness Books of the Year (2014 Edition)

It’s that time where I review the top 5 “fitness” books I’ve read over the last year. This is my 3rd annual review of the top 5 books of the year. While it’s never an easy decision, this year was extremely difficult based on the number of great books I’ve read.
Death by Food Pyramid: The Nutrition Book You Have to Read.
If you eat food, you need to read this book. I guess that means everybody. I’m going to deviate from my usual “strength talk” here because I would be doing a total disservice to readers by NOT sharing this book review. Here’s the thing with nutrition. It can be confusing, conflicting, and controversial. Right now […]
The 5 Best Strength Training Books of 2013.

Well, this is my 2nd annual “top 5 fitness books I’ve read this year” article. To see last year’s top 5, click here. I love books, always have. Today, more than ever, I realize how important it is to constantly learn. To be an expert, you must be a student.
The Top 5 Strength Training Books I’ve Read This Year.
Last year I was fortunate to read many awesome books in the area of health, fitness, and performance. One thing I know is that we should NEVER stop learning. I try to read a book a month, minimum. There’s just way too much great information out there to learn and apply. Let me share with […]