Game Plan: A Proven Approach to Work, Live, and Play at the Highest Level Possible—for as Long as Possible

Personal trainer Mancias debuts with an invigorating health manual detailing the dietary and exercise advice he gives to such celebrity clients as LeBron James and Usher (who contribute a foreword and afterword, respectively). The nutritional guidance emphasizes eating for longevity and physical performance rather than weight loss, recommending that every snack and meal contain at least one serving each of protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats. Photos illustrate correct form for the 26-step workout, which is designed to be completed with virtually no equipment in roughly 20 minutes and involves a mix of stretches, core work, and strength building. Describing how to recover from an intense exercise session, Mancias encourages taking 10-minute ice baths to reduce soreness and meditating, which has “been shown to significantly improve energy levels, brain function, and decision-making.” The emphasis on performance (recipes for a berry quinoa breakfast bowl, coconut butter salmon, and other dishes are designated for either high- or low-activity days) will appeal to athletes, and suggestions on holding oneself accountable to a dietary regimen exemplify Mancias’s practical bent (he encourages sending pictures of meals to loved ones to ensure the food matches one’s nutritional goals). It’s a robust program for improving one’s health. Agent: Byrd Leavell, UTA. (May)