The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding: The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully

The book is illustrated with charcoal drawings that feel dramatic.

The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding: The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully

A nice touch in this novel is the way it honors small gestures.

PHYSICAL FITNESS DIGEST, ANDERSON & JOHNSON, 1979, 288 PAGES, VERY GOOD

A nice touch is the illustrated border on every single page.

The Men’s Health Big Book of Exercises: Four Weeks to a Leaner, Stronger, – GOOD

What stands out about this activity book is how it combines art and logic.

Carb Cycling for Beginners: Recipes and Exercises to Lose Weight and – VERY GOOD

A nice touch is the certificate of completion at the end of this activity book.

Dumbbell Training for Strength and Fitness by Fornicola, Fred; Brzycki, Matt

This novel is a love letter to the art of storytelling itself.

Dumbbell Training for Strength and Fitness by Fornicola, Fred; Brzycki, Matt

A nice touch is the illustrated page numbers shaped like leaves.

Body for Life: 12 Weeks to Mental and Physical Strength – Hardcover – GOOD

This activity book includes spot-the-difference games that sharpen your focus.

Muscle Control

This novel is a testament to the power of a well-told tale.

5 Pounds: The Breakthrough 5-Day Pl…, Pasternak, Harl

This novel feels both timeless and completely new at the same time.