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Books to boost your New Year's resolutions

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The perfect books to put your best foot forward.

Start 2019 feeling refreshed, de-stressed, happy, healthy and well. We've rounded up our favourite practical and inspirational guides to help you achieve your goals for the New Year. Find the right book to match your resolution below.
 

1. For getting fit and eating well

Balance Your Life: This six-week exercise and eating programme is designed for busy people. It’s the perfect way to start your year feeling calmer and healthier in both body and mind.
 

2. For taking your fitness game to the next level

Feed Your Fitness: Planning to run a marathon this year? Or want to reach a weightlifting goal? This powerful sports nutrition book includes more than 80 easy-to-prepare recipes designed to fuel high performance.
 

3. For loving healthy eating

Eat Feel Fresh: Want to try clean eating, but not sure where to begin? Unlike many diets with rigid, one-size-fits-all guidelines, Ayurveda is a lifestyle that recognizes the ever-changing needs of each individual.
 

4. For reaching weight loss goals

100 Weight Loss Bowls: This delicious, no-fuss recipe book includes 100 bowl recipes, clearly colour-coded by calories to help you build a personalised diet plan.
 

5. For unlocking your full potential

Success: The Psychology of Achievement: Whether you're eager to climb the career ladder, or are seeking fulfilment in your personal life, this comprehensive guide includes practical tools and strategies to unlock success across the board.
 

6. For managing stress and boosting productivity

Stress: The Psychology of Managing Pressure: Leave your high stress levels  in 2018. Drawing on practical psychology, this guide teaches you how to manage your energy in every area of your life, to emerge happier, healthier and more productive.
 

7.For living more mindfully

Practical Mindfulness: Achieve calm and control with this step-by-step guide on how to be mindful. Including breathing techniques and meditation exercises, it's the perfect companion to a calmer 2019.
 

8. For doing Dry January, deliciously

Mocktails, Punches & Shrubs: Trade your ordinary tipples for delicious non-alcoholic options with this exciting recipe book. Including non-alcholic cocktails as well as teas, juices and more, it's the perfect thing for Dry January – and the entire year!
 

9. For learning a new language

15 Minute Spanish: Say Hola to the New Year with this must-have guide for Spanish language learners, or browse our full range of global language guides!
 

10. For tackling that travel bug

Where to Go When: Quench your wanderlust in 2019, and get inspired with this ultimate holiday planner. Once you've chosen a destination (or two, or ten), don't forget to browse our full range of DK Eyewitness travel guides to bring with you.

Popular Books to boost your New Year's resolutions books

Eat Feel Fresh

A journey to wellness and body balance with over 100 recipes for a modern Ayurvedic lifestyle

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Practical Mindfulness

An accessible, step-by-step guide to mindfulness that will help you attain happiness and success

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15 Minute Spanish

Introductory Spanish language course, fully updated and refreshed, with a free audio app

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