“Will is a skill.”
Dieting is similar to commuting in some ways. While it’s not something most people enjoy, it’s a challenge that everyone has to face at some point. From resisting the temptation of indulging in their favourite foods to understanding what foods they should be eating, dieting can be daunting. However, fear not! At What We Reading, we have searched far and wide to compile a list of the top diet books for men who want to improve both their appearance and well-being.
The Diet Myth – Tim Spector
In his book, The Diet Myth, Professor Tim Spector, who is an expert in Genetic Epidemiology, helps us understand what we can and cannot eat.
With so much conflicting advice out there, Spector uses real-world science to explain why two people can eat the same food but end up with different body shapes. He talks about how tiny microbes in our digestive system play a vital role in how we process food. This book is a helpful guide to understanding calories, vitamins, and nutrients and gaining a clearer understanding of nutrition.
The Fitness Mindset – Brian Keane
In a short span of five years, Brian Keane transformed from a primary school teacher to a renowned online fitness coach in the UK. His book, The Fitness Mindset, serves as a comprehensive guidebook that encompasses all the valuable lessons he learned on achieving the desired physique and cultivating a positive mindset to sustain it.
Keane takes readers on a journey, providing insights on identifying energy-boosting foods and effective weight loss strategies, optimizing exercise combinations for toning the body and establishing healthier habits for long-term lifestyle maintenance. With Keane’s expert guidance, readers can embark on a fulfilling fitness journey and achieve their fitness goals with confidence.
Optimal Men’s Health – Myles Spar
In his book, Optimal Men’s Health, Dr Myles Spar employs an easy-to-follow integrative approach to help readers feel youthful and empowered at any age. Drawing from real patient experiences, Spar delves into a wide range of topics, including advanced testing, an anti-inflammatory diet, consistent sleep schedules, mindfulness, yoga, and exercise.
These strategies provide valuable insights into understanding and improving readers’ health based on their unique needs and goals. With practical advice from diverse backgrounds and environments, this book is a valuable resource for both men and women seeking to live their best lives.
Men’s Health Big Book Of Uncommon Knowledge – Men’s Health
The Big Book of Uncommon Knowledge from Men’s Health is a comprehensive resource that empowers men to take control of their health. With a friendly and approachable tone, this book offers thousands of nuggets of advice, how-to guides, and essential strategies that every modern man should be aware of. Whether it’s shedding extra pounds, mastering the art of cooking a delicious meal, or improving one’s diet, this book is filled with countless insights.
What sets it apart is its humorous and engaging presentation style, making it a fun and enjoyable read while gaining valuable knowledge
The Lean Muscle Diet – Lou Schuler And Alan Aragon
In the world of lifestyle and nutrition, it is widely recognized that dieting often leads to future weight gain. This is primarily because most people tend to stop dieting after a certain period of time. Addressing this reality, Lou Schuler and Alan Aragon delve into this issue in their book, The Lean Muscle Diet, which is considered one of the best diet books for men.
Their approach focuses on constructing a diet that combines fat loss with muscle building, while still allowing readers to enjoy the foods they love. With immediate transformations that are sustainable for a lifetime, The Lean Muscle Diet incorporates scientifically-proven principles and offers fresh perspectives on eating and training. Its metabolically expensive approach provides readers with a new outlook on nutrition and fitness that can lead to lasting results.
BUFF Dudes Cutting Book – Buff Dudes
Delivered in an incredibly motivating tone, the BUFF Dudes Cutting Book is the ultimate resource for men seeking guidance on cutting diets. With its concise and to-the-point approach spanning 112 pages, readers can easily access valuable information on the best foods for achieving a lean physique, meal plans to support their goals, and a comprehensive FAQ section addressing common questions about cutting protein, fats, or carbs to reduce body fat while preserving muscle mass.
Written in a positive tone, this book provides practical and encouraging guidance for men looking to achieve their cutting goals.
Part-time reader, part-time rambler, and full-time Horror enthusiast, James has been writing for What We Reading since 2022. His earliest reading memories involved Historical Fiction, Fantasy and Horror tales, which he has continued to take with him to this day. James’ favourite books include The Last (Hanna Jameson), The Troop (Nick Cutter) and Chasing The Boogeyman (Richard Chizmar).
