Our review of : It Takes What It Takes

Rickson Gracie, one of the most celebrated mixed martial arts fighters in history, tells the story of his life and how embracing the philosophy of Flow has helped him achieve unparalleled success in everything he does. Drawing on his own experiences as well as those of other legends such as Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods and [...]

“The Confident Mind” is a battle-tested guide to unshakable performance by Dr. Nate Zinsser. The book offers a step-by-step approach to building self-confidence and overcoming limiting beliefs in any area of life, from sports and business to relationships and leadership. It also provides helpful tools such as assessments, case studies, action plans, reflection questions and [...]

In 1897, a group of explorers set out to chart the most remote reaches of the Antarctic continent. Their ship, the Belgica, was battered by punishing weather and beset by ice floes for months on end. Finally succumbing to these conditions, it became lodged in pack ice 100 miles from land. For nine wintery weeks—the [...]

In her new book, Wambach draws from the stories of successful teams to share what she’s learned about unleashing our power as a group. “WOLFPACK” is about how we can come together to change the game- in business, in sports, and in life. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone [...]

“Unbroken” is the extraordinary story of Louis Zamperini, a World War II hero who faced impossible odds and survived. Laura Hillenbrand tells Zamperini’s tale with incredible detail and depth, painting an indelible portrait of a man whose courage and determination was unparalleled. Readers will be transfixed by this harrowing journey to the darkest depths of [...]

Charles Oakley has never been one to shy away from a physical challenge. The former NBA player was known as one of the most ferocious competitors in the league, and he paid no attention to personal boundaries when it came to winning. In “The Last Enforcer”, Oakley tells all about his outrageous experiences during his [...]

Barbarian Days is a surfing memoir by William Finnegan. The book tells the story of Finnegan’s lifelong passion for surfing and his adventures in some of the world’s most treacherous waves. Along with recounting his own experiences, Finnegan offers insights into the history and culture of surfing, and highlights the challenges faced by surfers today [...]

In the Shadow of the Mountain is a powerful memoir about one woman’s courage in the face of physical adversity. Silvia Vasquez-Lavado was born with a debilitating leg condition that kept her from ever participating in sports or outdoor activities. But at age forty, she decided to finally do something about it, and attempted to [...]

MeatEater’s Campfire Stories: Close Calls is a collection of autobiographical essays by outdoorsman and television personality Steven Rinella. The stories recount various close calls that Rinella has experienced while hunting, fishing, and camping in the wilds of North America. From being almost mauled to death by a grizzly bear to narrowly escaping after falling into [...]

The Inner Game of Tennis is a classic guide to the mental side of peak performance. Written by W. Timothy Gallwey, the book aims to help readers improve their tennis game using simple yet effective techniques derived from psychology and Zen philosophy. For who is this book for ? The Inner Game of Tennis is [...]

In 1577, Francis Drake set off aboard the Golden Hind to become the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe. Laurence Bergreen’s In Search of a Kingdom tells the story of what should have been an unremarkable voyage-but instead became one of history’s most daring exploits. Packed with adventure and intrigue, it is also a compelling [...]

Endure tells the story of endurance athlete Cameron Hanes and how he has pushed his body to its limits. The book offers readers advice on how they can work hard, outlast, and keep hammering no matter what life throws their way. For who is this book for ? This book is for athletes and anyone [...]