Best Personal Trainers Books

This book is about the multifaceted role of personal trainers and how to excel in it. It covers the important subjects of sales, psychology, nutrition, and motivation along with the necessary training expertise. The author, Jonathan Goodman, has researched and interviewed the best in the industry to compile a powerful guide on how to find your dream personal training job, sell to clients, build workouts, market yourself, handle difficult client types, and grow your career and income through passive income streams. Whether you're starting out or an experienced trainer, "Ignite the Fire" provides a clear road map to building your reputation and your bank account.

"Starting Strength" is a comprehensive guide on basic barbell training, perfect for beginners and fitness enthusiasts alike. With over 750 illustrations and a detailed analysis of the five most important exercises in weightlifting, this book offers the most complete examination in print of the most effective way to exercise. Complete with a new chapter dealing with the most important assistance exercises, "Starting Strength" is a practical and valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their fitness.

Anatomy meets strength training in this comprehensive guide filled with over 600 detailed anatomical illustrations of every major muscle group. The third edition features 48 additional pages, 12 new exercises, and 18 stretches, making it the ultimate resource for anyone looking to improve their strength training routine.

Unlock your human potential and become a supple leopard with the revolutionary approach to mobility and maintenance shared in this training manual - whether you're an athlete, weekend warrior or just seeking a healthy, pain-free life. Founder of MobilityWod.com, Kelly Starrett, maps out a system of over 200 techniques to identify and fix common movement errors that impede performance, cause injury and restrict movement. Learn how to prevent and rehabilitate athletic injuries, diagnose and fix inefficient movement patterns, and unlock athletic capacity you didn't know you had. Improve your quality of life and achieve your best performance yet with personalized mobility prescriptions developed just for you.

Conscious Coaching is a must-read for anyone in the world of strength and conditioning who wants to learn how to effectively blend knowledge of proper training with the nuances of human behavior. This book bridges the gap between the science of physical training and the science of communication, teaching the foundational principles of improving relationships, enhancing engagement, and gaining the trust of athletes through targeted communication. With concrete strategies for day-to-day coaching, Conscious Coaching creates a culture of success not only within sport, but also beyond.

Discover a revolutionary approach to understanding the human musculoskeletal system with this updated edition of Anatomy Trains. The book focuses on the role of fascia in healthy movement and postural distortion, making it an essential read for bodyworkers and movement therapists worldwide. With a layout designed for quick comprehension or in-depth study, readers can easily identify subject areas and gain a holistic view of anatomy. Ideal for physiotherapists, chiropractors, personal trainers, yoga teachers, and more, this book introduces a theory applicable to all physical treatment modalities, backed by the latest research. The accompanying DVD provides practical examples and updates arising from continual teaching and practice.

This weight-training book is perfect for women who want to build strength and achieve the body of their dreams. It busts the myth that lifting heavy weights will bulk you up, and teaches you to strengthen and lean out your muscles. Accompanied by clear photos and six months' worth of programs, this book proves that weightlifting is a more effective way to burn fat than running. Additionally, nutritionist Cassandra Forsythe offers meal plans and recipes to help readers meet their fitness goals.

Discover the science of compliance in this captivating book that uncovers the factors that influence people to say "yes" to a request. Scholarly research is combined with real-life techniques and strategies gathered from sales, fundraising, advertising, and other positions that commonly use compliance tactics. The author has organized the tactics into six categories based on psychological principles: reciprocation, consistency, social proof, liking, authority, and scarcity. Widely used in both classes and the business world, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the power of persuasion.

Discover the secrets to effective communication, building relationships, and achieving success in Dale Carnegie's timeless bestseller, How to Win Friends and Influence People. This updated edition, carefully restored and edited by Dale's daughter, Donna, offers readers priceless material from the original 1936 text. With practical advice and engaging storytelling, Carnegie teaches readers how to make people like them, increase their influence, and navigate any social situation. Learn from one of history's most influential motivational guides and transform your personal and professional life.

This groundbreaking book challenges the conventional wisdom on diet, weight, and disease. Through seven years of research, the author reveals that almost everything we believe about nutrition is wrong. The problem lies in refined carbohydrates and sugars, which have long-term effects on insulin and fat accumulation. This book offers a new perspective on good and bad calories, with examples of foods that can be eaten without restraint and those that stimulate excessive insulin secretion. With precise references to existing clinical studies, the author leads us to the conclusion that the only healthy way to lose weight and remain lean is to eat fewer carbohydrates or to change the type of carbohydrates we eat. A must-read for anyone looking to redefine their understanding of nutrition and health.