The Resistance Training Revolution – Sal Di Stefano

Sal is the founder of mind pump media. A group of men who is serious about physical and mental health.

Resistance training should be your primary form of exercise not only for aesthetics, but to be healthier, more energetic, and live longer. Sal explains why in this great book. Available on Amazon, Kindle, audible and loot.co.za

The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation – Michael Matthews

Building a stronger you physically require mental toughness.  If you want to shift your negative thinking and behaviors into peak performance and lasting success just read it.

Mike has a no BS approach to fitness. Mike’s goal is to help one million people reach their fitness goals, and not selling a bunch of supplements. It is a great read. Available on Amazon, Kindle, and audible

Bigger, Leaner, Stronger – Michael Matthews

Getting into shape isn’t nearly as complicated as the fitness industry wants you to believe. If you are looking for a simple workout and eating plan that will make you stronger and get back into shape look no further!

Mike exposes mainstream fitness BS and shows you the simple science of building a stronger you.  Available on Amazon, Kindle, and audible

Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink and Leif Babin

I think I have read this book ten times. The best book on responsibility out there. It will teach you to take ownership of every aspect of your life.

Jocko and Leif are both Navy seals. They are Strong Men, leading from the front. Learn from the best operators and soldiers in the world. It is available on Audible, Amazon, and takelot.com

The Subtle Art of not Giving a f*ck – Mark Manson

Resilience, happiness, and freedom come from knowing what to care about and most importantly, what not to care about. There is nothing subtle about this book, Mark’s writing style is humorous, honest, and matter of fact.

This book does not aim to inspire you to achieve, but rather, to cause you to take stock of your life and what you want. I learned many important lessons from this book. Available on Takealot.com, Audible, and Amazon

F*CK Your feelings – Ryan Munsey

Don’t let the title of this book fool you. One of the best books I have read on how emotions sabotage us. Ryan is the host of The Better Human Project podcast and owner of House of Strength gym.

Ryan did his homework on the science of emotions. There are great tips and tricks in the book that made a big difference in my life. It’s an excellent book. It is available on Audible, Amazon, and loot.co.za

Sovereignty – Ryan Michler

Sovereignty is one of those books every man should read. It’s a step-by-step guide on what you need to do to become a stronger version of yourself.

Ryan is the founder and owner of the Order of man podcast. He is a husband, father, and ex-military man. His passion is to help other men to become the best versions of themselves. It is evident in his podcasts, and his book is no different. It’s available on Kindle and audible.

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12 Rules for Life – Jordan B Peterson

One of the first books I read seeking some answers to become a good father and better man. This book completely changed my life, my way of thinking and my view of the world.

Dr Peterson has a world of knowledge and experience. The rules is simple but powerful and very applicable to everyday life. This is a must read and will be a powerful weapon in your arsenal. Its available on kindle, audible, Takealot and most book stores.

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The Way of Men – Jack Donovan

Jack Donovan takes a more historic look at where men came from. Men operating in tribes or groups and he focuses on strength as one of the main virtues a man must have. Although he states in his book that he is not Christian, his books drive you towards a better man, becoming noble and pursuing honor.


The Way of Men is only the beginning. There are three other books in this series. Becoming a Barbarian, A More Complete Beast and Fire in the Dark. Read it in this order. His books are a bit harder to find, but it is available on Kindle, audible and loot.co.za