Coaching & Motivation

‘Our incredible story under a supreme manager shared in all its glory.’ Jordan Henderson The definitive account of Jürgen Klopp’s astonishing revival of Liverpool Football Club FULLY UPDATED FOR THE 2020-2021 SEASON Liverpool Football Club’s stunning Premier League title victory deserves a place in the official record of great sporting achievements. Talismanic manager Jürgen Klopp delivered a first title in...

Winning strategies of one of football’s most successful coaches As FIFA's most decorated female football manager and a former player, Sarina Wiegman has led both the Netherlands and England women's national teams to historic victories. She stands out as a true pioneer in the game, and her coaching philosophy has earned her a reputation as one of the most successful...

Winning strategies of one of football’s most successful coaches As FIFA's most decorated female football manager and a former player, Sarina Wiegman has led both the Netherlands and England women's national teams to historic victories. She stands out as a true pioneer in the game, and her coaching philosophy has earned her a reputation as one of the most successful...

Hey Teammate, We all face obstacles—physical, emotional, between the ears. The good news is that everything we have fought back against can empower us, if we know how to use it. My obstacles happen to be anxiety and depression. I call it living in the gray, and I've been mired in it my whole life. To be honest, it sucks....

Charles Bronson is Britain's most notorious prisoner. He has spent four decades in solitary confinement, and yet has stayed as fit as a fiddle throughout his isolation, gaining several world strength and fitness records in the process. Now, in this no-nonsense guide to getting fit and staying fit, he reveals just how he's done it. Forget fancy gyms, expensive running...

From physics and physiology to training plans and strength exercises, learn what it takes to raise your wattage on the road. Discover the hard science that will help you cycle faster, endure for longer, and reach your peak of fitness. What causes an energy "bonk"? How do you avoid "cracking" on a climb? Should you ride hard into a headwind?...

The #1 New York Times bestseller by the 7-time Super Bowl champion The first book by NFL legend Tom Brady, former quarterback with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who reached unimaginable heights of excellence into his forties—a gorgeously illustrated and deeply practical “athlete’s bible” that reveals Brady’s revolutionary approach to sustained peak performance for athletes of all...

Even among the most elite performers, certain athletes stand out as a cut above the rest, able to outperform in clutch, game-deciding moments. These athletes prove that raw athletic ability doesn't necessarily translate to a superior on-field experience—it's the mental game that matters most. Sports participation—from the recreational to the collegiate Division I level—is at an all-time high. While the...

Proven solutions for better nights, from the sleep guru to international sports stars. One third of our lives are spent trying to sleep. Most of us have disturbed, restless nights and rely on a cocktail of caffeine and sugar to drag us through the day. Yet the hours we spend in bed shape our mood, motivation, and decision-making skills—defining our...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, AS SEEN ON THE BEAR Duke University's head basketball coach, Mike Krzyzewski, has proved himself a leader both on and off the court. He's led the Duke Blue Devils to five straight Final Four appearances, culminating in back-to-back championships in 1991 and '92. He has received five National Coach of the Year Awards, and many...

Renowned running writer Matt Fitzgerald's hands-on guide to the groundbreaking method of training preferred by professionals, now available for runners of all abilities. Train easier to run faster. This revolutionary training method has been embraced by elite runners—with extraordinary results—and now you can do it, too. Respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald explains how the 80/20 running programme—in which...

The ultimate Judo manual for all trainees - from novice to advanced! Master instructor Neil Ohlenkamp has updated and expanded his best-selling Judo training manual for students at every level - from novice to advanced. Judo Unleashed! presents all the information needed by Judo trainees in a single comprehensive handbook! This authoritative guide covers all the techniques of Judo officially...

The man behind the success of Conor McGregor Growing up in Dublin, John Kavanagh was a skinny kid who was frequently bullied. After suffering a bad beating when he intervened to help a man who was being attacked, he decided he had to learn to defend himself. Before long, he was training fighters in a tiny shed and promoting the...

What elite sport can teach us about high performance leadership, from World Cup winner Will Greenwood, and leading executive Ben Fennell What gives the world's best leaders the edge? Will Greenwood is best known for being an integral part of the 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning team. Ben Fennell has spent over 16 years helping the world's biggest businesses and brands...

Get bendy with top trending health and fitness personal trainer The Sunday Times bestseller 'Fun, informative and engaging. A must read!' Lucy Lord, author of Food For The Soul 'Simple stretches to stop you seizing up in middle age' Sunday Times Discover how mobility exercises and stretches can help you achieve a happier, healthier body for longer with this easy...

A transformational quest for the secrets of happy, healthy, whole-life running that will change the way you think about growing older. Inspirational - Observer A transformational quest for the secrets of happy, healthy, whole-life running that will change the way you think about growing older. Colourful, informative and inspiring, The Race Against Time is a story of cold science and...

An entertaining A-Z guide to everything you need to know about Formula One by BBC F1 presenter and Drive to Survive expert Jennie Gow. Formula 1 is as complex as it is competitive, existing in a world which has built up a language almost unique to itself. Jennie has been working the Formula 1 pitlanes and paddocks of the world...

Sacred Hoops (Revised) is an insightful memoir by Phil Jackson, the legendary basketball coach renowned for his unconventional approaches to leadership and team dynamics. Beyond the surface of basketball strategies, Jackson delves into the profound philosophies that guided him to lead the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers to numerous championships. This reflective narrative offers a rare glimpse into Jackson's...

‘Tim Grover’s teachings completely changed how I approached my professional career, helping me navigate the constant ups and downs that sport at the highest level brings’ Marcus Rashford, MBE The New York Times bestseller From the elite performance coach for Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and many others—and the author of the powerful bestseller Relentless—a no-holds-barred formula for winning...

As human beings, we're fascinated by elite human performance. And if it derives from nefarious means? Arguably that's even more alluring—just look at the Enhanced Games, the sporting free-for-all where doping is allowed that will take place in 2026. The lengths athletes, and their support teams, go to in search of peak performance is unsettling, dangerous and captivating. Just as...

The behind-the-scenes look at England's blueprint to win the 2026 World Cup Written by the European Football Writer of the Year and the Chief Football Correspondent at the Sunday Times Revised and updated edition of previously published Dear England Under the stewardship of Gareth Southgate and captained by Harry Kane, a cultural transformation saw England reach two finals, a semi-final,...

Level-up your basketball coaching skills with this practical collection of drills, advice, and tips Looking for an easy-to-read and fun guide to teaching basketball that will help you keep your players engaged, learning, and having a blast? Coaching Basketball For Dummies delivers proven, practical explanations and tips – including basic drills, strategies for safely dealing with player injuries, maintaining player...

Lessons in success from Sarina Wiegman's sports psychologist with the triumphant Lionesses This is a book for any Individual who wants to succeed. This is a book for any Team who wants to thrive. This is a book to help You fulfil your potential. ‘Kate and I share the same vision for how people can succeed sustainably’ Sarina Wiegman ‘Through...

In a follow-up to the industry-acclaimed Your Short Game Solution (Gotham, 2015), James Sieckmann presents a no-nonsense plan to making more putts. Most putting manuals focus on hard-set mechanics that even the top putters on tour fail to achieve. According to Sieckmann, you can score even if your mechanics are flawed as long as you master four essential skills: 1)...

Colour-Fit is an amazing resource that helped me realise one of sport's greatest achievements. Wes Morgan, Captain of Leicester City Premier League winning team The Colour-Fit Method has only been available to those in professional sport—a secret weapon for athletes to optimise body shape, health, and performance. Now, Colour-Fit's founder Dr Tom Little lets you in on the secret, too....

"Insightful, thoughtful, and altogether wonderful." DANIEL COYLE, New York Times bestselling author of THE TALENT CODE "This book is a must read." EDDIE JONES, Head Coach, England Rugby "An engrossing guidebook for youth athletes, parents, coaches and perhaps even fantasy-league fans looking for a little insight." The Washington Post The Best reveals how the most incredible sportspeople in the world...

Celebrating 150 years of The Open Championship. The official book produced in partnership with The R&A at St Andrews, to celebrate The 150th Open, which began its journey in Prestwick on the west coast of Scotland in 1860. This beautiful book captures and celebrates the stories and history that make The Open so unique, with a fascinating and lively narrative...

Human beings are the ‘all-rounders’ of the natural world – while they aren’t naturally the quickest, biggest or strongest creatures, they can achieve more amazing physical feats than any other animal. Nowhere is this ability more pronounced than in sporting performance, the ideal area for studying the mechanics of a human – our biomechanics. But all too often, the study...

The Know the Game series is the perfect introduction to a sport for every budding player. Each book aims to teach young players the basic skills of the game they need to start enjoying the sport by providing plenty of simple practice drills and illustrating how the star players do it. Skills: Soccer - Goalkeeping aims to teach the basic...

A celebration edition of this ultimate classic rugby coaching manual. Total Rugby and Think Rugby are rugby classics—two of the most important and influential books ever written on the game of rugby. Thousands of players and coaches around the globe have benefited from the concepts and methods in these books, equipping them with the coaching skills and strategy to play...

'A must-read for anyone looking to improve performance and add richer meaning to the sport, activity and art of running.' Dean Karnazes, ultra-marathoner and New York Times bestselling author Discover how mindfulness can enhance your running and make you a happier, more fulfilled person. By applying mental fitness training to your running regime, you tap into a powerful mind-body connection...

Entertaining and enlighteningMATTHEW SYED This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommendRONNIE O'SULLIVAN A profound book that challenges traditional superficial narratives of sportCATH BISHOP Simon Mundie, host of the A New Way of Being podcast, draws on interviews with some of the world’s sporting legends to redefine how we understand – and pursue -...

Who has the power to spearhead the mental health revolution? Martin Nash believes it's the world's elite athletes. In Boys Don't Cry, Girls Can't Throw, Martin presents the experiences of renowned sports figures and mental health champions, including Tyson Fury, Ben Stokes, and Naomi Osaka. He uncovers the often-concealed struggles behind the allure of professional sports, exposing the immense pressure...

This book is aimed at players and coaches (male & female) of all levels. James Knott and Andrew O'Connor have created a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to bowling for coaches, players and parents, featuring photographs and diagrams along with sixty accessible drills. Bowling is an essential guide to the intricate skills required to become a successful bowler for both players...

The trailblazing autobiography of England Football legend Mary Earps. A playbook for anyone who has ever thought they don't fit in. A blueprint for success on your own terms. 'This book is me, unfiltered. It's the truth behind the headlines, the setbacks behind the saves. I'm so proud to finally share it with the world. I hope it resonates with...

Finding flow when it matters is the single most important strategy for performing under pressure and delivering our best work. It is also key to personal well-being. In How to Find Flow, Dr Cameron Norsworthy brings over 20 years of study and work as a 'Flow Coach' to transform Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's important theory of flow into a fully accessible 3-step...

‘After all this time Frankie Dettori still ranks amongst the all-time greats of the sport’ LESTER PIGGOTT ‘An autobiography as gripping as any Dick Francis thriller’ YORKSHIRE POST ‘Endearingly honest… a fast-paced, funny autobiography’ COUNTRY LIFE MAGAZINE Legendary jockey, Frankie Dettori, shares his remarkable life story in this astonishingly intimate autobiography. When Lanfranco ‘Frankie’ Dettori arrived on British shores in...

Enlightening Matthew Syed Insightful and transformative Jos Buttler A New Way of Being podcast host Simon Mundie interviews the world’s sporting legends to redefine how we understand – and pursue – success through eight key lessons. In a culture that frequently worships at the altar of productivity, growth, ‘self-improvement’ and ‘success’, what if the contentment we are all looking for...

Since 1997, Julie Elion has worked with world-class athletes, founders, and executives to consistently help people and teams reach peak performance. Elion coached Phil Mickelson to his breakthrough win at the Masters in 2004, ending his reputation as the best golfer without a major win. For decades, she went by the nickname ‘Stealth’, working exclusively out of the spotlight out...

From chef, athlete, and performance coach Dan Churchill, a cutting-edge cookbook filled with protein-packed, healthy recipes for fuelling up, feeling right, and living like a legend. We are not all super athletes, but we all perform in one way or another, every single day. Whether we’re training for a marathon, smashing that big presentation, or chasing after kids, we need...

Fuel your training the smart way. Boost your performance and achieve your body goals with the right recipes and correct nutritional advice from rugby superstar and bestselling author James Haskell, alongside one of the UK's top performance chefs and current England football chef, Omar Meziane. Cooking for Fitness offers: Clear, authoritative advice from James and Omar, the Cooking for Fitness...

Master the wooden weapons used in Aikido with this comprehensive martial arts training manual. Although Aikido is often thought of as a nonviolent, noncompetitive martial art, the use of weapons was introduced by the art's founder, O'Sensei Morihei Ueshiba. In fact, aikido techniques that use wooden weapons can enrich all aspects of your practice, helping you to understand both basic...

‘On the pitch he was a magician’ – Arsène Wenger The first full autobiography from former footballer and England manager Glenn Hoddle Glenn Hoddle was one of the most celebrated footballers of his generation. A wonderfully talented No. 10, he formed part of the great Spurs teams of the early 1980s and cut his teeth in the blood and thunder...

A candid and insightful memoir from one of the NBA's most unlikely stars. Growing up, Muggsy Bogues was always told he should do something else, anything besides basketball. He never acknowledged his many doubters except to prove them spectacularly wrong. Twenty years after receiving his first basketball as a toddler, he stood proud—at five-foot-three—as the starting point guard for the...

‘After all this time Frankie Dettori still ranks amongst the all-time greats of the sport’ LESTER PIGGOTT ‘An autobiography as gripping as any Dick Francis thriller’ YORKSHIRE POST ‘Endearingly honest… a fast-paced, funny autobiography’ COUNTRY LIFE MAGAZINE Legendary jockey, Frankie Dettori, shares his remarkable life story in this astonishingly intimate autobiography. When Lanfranco ‘Frankie’ Dettori arrived on British shores in...

The scientifically proven method to overcome obstacles and make choices that lead us closer to our goals WITH A FOREWORD BY MARTINA NAVRATILOVA When we choose to go to the gym at 6 a.m., keep running that marathon or stay up late to study, we are making conscious, value-based decisions that help us fulfil our goals. But even though we...

Nicolas Hamilton has been exceeding expectations since day one. Born with a form of cerebral palsy, Nicolas was told that he would never walk and would need a wheelchair for the rest of his life. Today, he not only walks everywhere but is the first disabled athlete to ever compete at the top level of British motorsport, The British Touring...

Mathletics reveals the mathematical methods top coaches and managers use to evaluate players and improve team performance, and gives math enthusiasts the practical skills they need to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of their favourite sports—maybe even gaining the outside edge to winning bets. This second edition features new data, new players and teams, and new chapters on soccer, e-sports,...

One of Britain's leading mind coaches shares ten tools to tune your brain and regain control of your life. What you can see, you can be, as the sports psychologist Don Macpherson has famously said. – ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER An excellent book that will be of great benefit to those who feel lost and overwhelmed. Don Macpherson has a gift for...

Foreword by Ciara In this breakthrough book, the author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller It Takes What It Takes provides life-changing, step-by-step guidance on how to successfully navigate adversity and defeat negativity by downshifting to neutral thinking. It’s easy to be positive when everything is coming up roses. But what happens when life goes sideways? Many of us lapse...

From world-renowned adventurer and bestselling author of The Art of Resilience and The World’s Fittest Book, comes the ultimate blueprint to building a bulletproof body. ‘He’s an animal’ — CHRIS HEMSWORTH ‘The inner workings of a sports science genius’ — EDDIE HALL, former World’s Strongest Man Ross Edgley has spent decades perfecting the principles and practice of extreme fitness to...

Drawing on cutting-edge scientific research, How Bad Do You Want It? suggests concrete habits and tactics we can use to cultivate our own mental strength, whilst providing thrilling accounts of some of the most inspiring and astonishing feats in sporting history. In 2010, Sammy Wanjiru entered the Boston Marathon suffering from injuries to his knee and his lower back, a...

This eye-catching Vermilion Life Essentials edition of Prof Steve Peters' mind management model will bring this groundbreaking bestseller to an even wider audience of smart-thinking readers. The ground-breaking mind management model for confidence, success and happiness - over 1 million copies sold. Do you sabotage your own happiness and success? Are you struggling to make sense of yourself? Do your...

How do the world's best athletes combat ageing, and what can you do to keep up? Sports are about challenging our physical limits. However, the greatest limit of all remains undefeated—age. We're taught to believe that ageing thwarts effort and grace, talent and grit, outstanding teamwork, and individual brilliance. But a new breed of top professionals—such as Roger Federer, Jo...

Do you want to learn the methods of an amazing golf coach and play better golf? Discover how Guy coached Lydia Ko to be an outstanding player and how he continues to create amazing golfers quickly and efficiently using new technology. It all started when Guy was in the pro shop and Tina walked in and asked him about giving...

The Inner Game of Tennis by W. Timothy Gallwey is not just a book about mastering the technicalities of tennis but an exploration of the psychological aspects that can take your performance to the next level. Since its first publication in 1972, this multi-million bestseller has revolutionised the way both amateurs and pros approach the game. Gallwey introduces the concept...

The Comeback Quotient by Matt Fitzgerald delves into the extraordinary world of sports, exploring the captivating journeys of athletes who have faced insurmountable challenges and emerged victorious. This book doesn't just recount tales of triumph; it delves deep into the minds and strategies of these champions, uncovering what it takes to not only bounce back but to come back stronger....