This blog post has been in my drafts pile for a while. I did have the intention of posting it a week month after this post Video’s to Inspire.
Alas, life happened and it NEVER happened.
Oops so about that.
But it is here now and for my Blog Everyday in Jan, fancy that.
There is no denying that I love to read.
I never use to be a reader. As in going out of my way to read a book (unless it was for school, then I had no choice).
As I’ve grown up, I’ve discovered that I really do enjoy reading.
One of the things I love about reading is that you can travel the entire world, and go on any adventure, all without leaving your home.
Reading allows your mind to be exposed to new things, to new information, to new ways to solve problems and to new ways to achieve things.
Reading has helped me to become more self-confident and has expanded my knowledge and skills.
It has also helped improve my spelling, understanding, vocabulary and memory.
But my favourite thing about reading is that exposes you to the world of imagination.
So without further ado, here are my 9 books to feed your Mind Body & Soul.
Wild – Cheryl Strayed
After the death of her mother, with her marriage falling apart, and with her family scattered across the country, Cheryl is lost.
After 4 years, Cheryl makes the impulsive decision to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. With little to no experience, she packs her bags and goes on her adventure.
This is her story; of how against all odds, but with sheer strength & determination she rediscovered herself.
You will feel like you are on a journey with her. You will feel scared, empowered and free. It will also make you want to get out there and discover your own WILD.
Born to Run – Christopher McDougall
It all begins with the question “Why does my foot hurt?”.
On this question alone, we will follow Christopher’s journey in finding the world’s greatest distance runners and learning their secrets.
It is when Christopher learns of the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico’s Copper canyon that he discovers the lost art of running.
This book will make you fall in love with running, ultra-running, trail running, and to get back to basics and just run.
Push – Chalene Johnson
If you didn’t already know I’m a huge fan of Chalene Johnson.
It was this book by Chalene that gave me the push I needed to achieve my goals.
This was an online program, it’s now no longer available.
While having done the program online, it was nice to have it in a book format for the reference.
Chalene will give you the lessons you will need so that in just 30 days you will learn valuable lifetime tools to achieve your goals, and live the life you deserve.
Everything to Live For – Turia Pitt
In September 2011 Turia Pitt’s life changed forever when the ultra-marathon event she entered in the remote Kimberly range in Western Australia was ravaged by bush fire.
Along with 5 other competitors and nowhere to run, Turia escaped with catastrophic burns to over 60% of her body.
Everything to Life For is a story of survival. It is also a story of love, compassion and determination.
Go Girl – Natalie Cook
Natalie Cook is one half of the Gold winning Sydney 2000 Olympics Beach Volleyball team.
Go Girl It is a motivational book for any female athlete, young or old.
In Go Girl you will follow Natalie on her amazing practical, methodical journey of self-discovery, and re-live the glorious moment of her winning gold at the Sydney Olympics.
It Starts With Food – Dallas & Melissa Hartwig
Whole30 was founded with the book “it starts with food”. Because at the end of the day, the key to losing weight, improving quality of life, and having a healthier relationship with food, start with, you guessed it food.
Melissa & Dallas explain in easy-to-understand terms how certain foods can have a negative effect on how we look, feel and most importantly live.
Infused with research, real-life stories, meal plans, and shopping guides It starts with food and is the common-sense guidebook for anyone who just wants to get back to basics and just eat real food.
The Book with No Pictures – B.J Novak
So what’s a kid’s book doing on this list?
Well, this book will teach the importance of words, and how words have the power to engage, provoke and most importantly give you the power to the imagination.
If you have kids, this is the book that not only will encourage them to read, you will love reading it to them.
The Power of Habit – Charles Duhigg
We, humans, are creatures of habit. This can be a good thing, but also can hinder us.
In The Power of Habit, you will learn about habits in Individual, Organisational & Social Group situations.
This book will make you question your own habits, and how you can turn around your own habits to be a better version of yourself.
The Commandments for Losing Fat the Sane and Simple Way – Nia Shanks
This book is short, sharp and sweet. With 10 simple steps to help you lose the fat.
Nia has a no-bullshit approach, which is simple, to the point, and will make you get the job done.
While the approach is simple, it will involve some hard work, but worth it.
Great book list