Ask anyone that you deem to be successful and they’ll almost always suggest that you read (if not daily) often. Many of us have used the, “I’m too busy” excuse when it comes to reading, but luckily technology has given us gifts such as Audible that allow us to transform our commutes, our cardio sessions, and even our chores into a classroom. Below are the 5 books we feel every Fit Person needs in their physical OR audio Library. Enjoy!

1). Educate Yourself on What You're Putting Into Your Body!

The Book It Starts With Food is a GREAT place to start when it comes to nutritional education. Written by Dallas and Melissa Hartwig (creators of the Whole 30) this books is exceptionally well written and easy to understand. Often the largest hurdle we see for many people is not always the food quantity, but the QUALITY of what they're putting into their bodies. If reading's not your thing, here's a 2 Week Free Trail + 2 Free books on Audible so you can listen to it instead!

2). Don’t Live With Aches, Pains, and Immobility Any Longer!

As technology begins to take the role of leisure and age begins to take the place of youth, many of us find ourselves with these lingering aches, pains, and lack of efficient ranges of motion we once had as a child. Dr. Kelly Starrett has written what could be considered the holy grail of human maintenance (like an automobile repair manual, but for the human body). Becoming a Supple Leopard is THE definitive anti-aging book! Grab your copy today!

3. Winning Is a Result, Not a Goal. Character is What Matters.

Ben Bergeron is known for not only being the Flowmaster of one of the most successful functional fitness facilities in the United States (CrossFit New England), he’s also known for being former Fittest Woman on Earth, Katrin Davidsdottir and current Fittest Man on Earth, Mat Fraser’s Coach! As the story of the CrossFit Games plays out during the book, it’s the mentality that Ben’s instilled and explains that has the greatest impact and takeaway. Chasing Excellence could add value to anyone (or Team); in and out of the gym.

4. Confidence is Key!

Rachel Hollis’ new book Girl, Wash Your Face may not be a “fitness” book, but it tackles the silent enemies that many Women suffer from and keep them from achieving their fitness goals. More often than not, we are our own worst enemies. We hold ourselves back from progress and tell ourselves the lies needed to maintain our comfort zones (which we all secretly hate). Grab the audio version of this book and hear Rachel add some ‘off the script’ trinkets to narration.

5. Ownership…. The Extreme Type.

Jocko Willink’s a former Navy SEAL Commander and all around badass. His book, Extreme Ownership launched him into stardom and he’s now an authority in the self help space. While this book is not directly fitness related, the stories told and the message it sends of being 100% responsible for one’s self are the tools needed to be successful in any journey (especially in the Fitness space). While being a Navy SEAL may not resonate with most of us, being accountable, tackling hard times, and being under extreme (relative term) pressure does. Jocko’s book is a MUST read!

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