Succeed by Heidi Grant Halvorson teaches exactly what the subtitle promises: How We Can Reach Our Goals. The difference between this book and others that are written by motivational speakers or self-help writers is that Succeed looks at goal setting and goal achieving through the lens of science and psychology. The author, a PhD motivational psychologist from Columbia University conducted much of the research she talks about in the book herself. For a science-based book it's an easy read and very practical.

Brian Tracy is a legend in the personal development, business development and motivational speaking industries. He is also one of the last living GOATS in the field, still teaching at age 80. There are many good books and audio programs about setting and achieving goals, but Brian's book, GOALS! How To Get Everything You Want, Faster Than You Ever Thought Possible, is one of the best. It is slanted toward business and financial success, but the principles are universal and can be applied to any area of your life, including health and fitness...