The Perfect Books for Father’s Day!

Just in time for Father’s Day, consider these cool books from McGraw-Hill for the Dad who likes to read, instead of that boring old tie again.

Mind Gym: An Athlete’s Guide to Inner Excellence

By: Gary Mack and David Casstevens

Athletic ability goes far beyond physical skills. The ‘mental muscle’ is one of the most important aspects of any game. Being mentally tough, inspired, in the zone, and teaching others how to do so, is what Gary Mack has based his career on as a sport psychology consultant.

Mack has worked with athletes in the NBA, NFL, NHL, WNBA, and Major League Baseball. Through his experiences working with players such as Alex Rodriguez, he has compiled lessons, anecdotes, and inspirational stories that can be applied to the lifestyles of any athlete, professional or not.

Mind Gym combines Mack’s knowledge and experiences into a book that has the ability to inspire, grant a newfound sense of confidence, and lead readers to become in tune with their mental downfalls in order to grow.

Whether a current athlete, or an athlete at heart, this book can instill a sense of confidence that you may never have thought possible. Everyone needs a little inspiration and an uplifting pep talk every now and then- Mind Gym provides just that.

What Works on Wall Street

By: James O’Shaughnessy

 After the past five years, is would seems certain that by now people should at least know what does not work on Wall Street. James O’Shaughnessy’s third edition of his popular book provides an updated strategic account of the world of investments.

Through statistical figures and historical data, O’Shaughnessy displays that while many thought that the bubble in the late 1990’s meant the rules of the investment game had changed, they really had not. The risky investing practices that led to the recession and financial troubles across the country and around the globe were the result of the game being played by a new rulebook.

Whether new to the investment world, or an experienced actor, the third edition of What Works of Wall Street provides the real rulebook to the game. Through the pages, the author shares his knowledge with readers concerning which strategies have historically provided investors with the biggest returns and which have never been successful and should thus be avoided.

Based on facts instead of speculation, this book is the black and white statistical proof that while the players on Wall Street may change, the game never does.

The Wisdom of Wooden

By: John Wooden

Inspiration. Guidance. Motivation. Wisdom.

John Wooden is a legend- a man not only remembered for his success on the court as a coach, but for the triumphant, loving, and devoted son, husband, and father that he was.

His lessons shared with his players went beyond the game of basketball. He taught about success in life off the court, about personal greatness.

The Wisdom of Wooden: My Century on an Off the Court is the final book that John Wooden gave to the world. It was written in the few months before his death and offers a glimpse into the man who for a century inspired not only players, but also family, friends, and fans across the country.

The photographic journey takes readers directly through his life, introducing them to his family, career, and ultimately himself. Its intimate tone is filled with immense inspiration and heartwarming emotion.

Overall, it is the story of more than an exceptionally successful coach. It is the story of how to live everyday to the fullest, how to follow values no matter what the realm, and how to love. It is the story of a legend.

Disclosure: Dad Lens received these books to facilitate this review.

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