Archive: Books

Review: The Special Ops Workout by Mike Mejia and Stew Smith Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5) If you’re looking for one book that introduces military fitness and prepares you for tactical selection, The Special Ops Workout remains one of the better resources available—even more than twenty years after it was first published. Written by strength coach Mike... Read More

If you are preparing for Navy SEAL training, few books provide a more realistic look inside Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) than Surviving BUD/S. While many military books focus on combat operations after earning the Trident, this book focuses on the journey itself—the daily grind, the physical punishment, the mental battles, and the reasons why so... Read More

Check out our list of the best Navy SEAL audiobooks so that you can load up your player and listen while hiking or cruising around town. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in the truck and the lights turned on. So if you want... Read More

If you’re serious about building real-world strength without relying on a gym, Convict Conditioning 2 still holds its ground in 2026. This isn’t a flashy Instagram workout book. It’s old-school, stripped-down training built around one idea: your body is the only tool you need. Originally released in the early 2010s, the book expands on the... Read More

Everything We Had: An Oral History of the Vietnam War by Al Santoli is not just a book—it’s a punch to the gut. First published in the early 1980s, this work captures the voices of 33 American veterans telling their stories straight—no filters, no spin, no Hollywood script. Reading it again in 2026, after decades... Read More

Discovering the world of the Green Berets, the elite forces within the U.S. Army, offers a glimpse into the extraordinary feats and specialized skills of these remarkable soldiers. In this curated list, we present the Top 10 Green Beret books, delving into the gripping tales and invaluable insights into the lives and missions of these... Read More

Delta Force — officially known as 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta — is one of the most secretive units in the U.S. military, with missions that rarely make headlines and operators who almost never speak publicly. Yet through a small number of firsthand books written by Delta Force founders, commanders, and operators, readers can catch... Read More

The following is a list of the best body weight exercise books that we recommend to add to your list of reading. We started this list back in 2013 and have been updating ever since. Check out more information on these books along with reviews and more details on Best Body Weight Exercises Book List.... Read More

This is one book that I have kept close to me all these years. I picked up a signed book on August 6, 2004. Other books have come and go but I am once again reading and taking notes with “The Rock Warrior’s Way” by Arno Ilgner. I have known Arno since the 1990s as... Read More

Check out this years SGPT Recommended Book List Summer Reading 2024. You may be looking some something light and easy adventure fiction or diving into some history from WW2. This list has a little bit of everything. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in... Read More

Check out our list of the Top 25 highly regarded military books that have left a significant impact. If you have a favorite book let us know in the comments. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in the truck and the lights turned on.... Read More

By Alexander Castiglione Former SEAL and NSA operator Clint Emerson releases his new book today, sure to be a New York Times bestseller like his first release; 100 Deadly Skills. Emerson purveys knowledge in a clear and concise manner, delineating what needs to be done with diagrams if necessary. He also breaks down certain things... Read More

In the pursuit of peak physical performance and unyielding mental fortitude, the world of military workouts serves as an unparalleled source of inspiration. These workouts, designed to forge elite soldiers and warriors, encapsulate the essence of discipline, resilience, and functional strength. As we embark on a journey through the literary arsenal of fitness, our exploration... Read More

American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History What a remarkable story of heroism, patriotism, and self-sacrifice by an even more remarkable American, Chris Kyle. A Navy SEAL and highly trained sniper, Kyle is even more remarkable in his straightforward admittance that his accomplishments alone are not to be lauded,... Read More