About the book

Do you want to look better, feel better, or live longer? No matter what the answer is, or where any of us may be on our health journey, we all need to be knowledgeable about nutrition and fitness. Sadly, it’s getting more and more difficult to find and apply that knowledge because there is so much content available—and much of it is over-marketed, disorganized, contradictory, incomplete, and trends toward the extreme; or involves shortcuts, secret formulas, special foods or special exercises (or absence of one or both), and one-size-fits-all panaceas. Even as modern life is taking a toll on our bodies, it seems like we can’t find the right information to help. That’s where this remarkable book comes in.

Don’t Hack Your Body contains the fundamental principles you need to take control of your nutrition and fitness now and for the rest of your life. Fads and gimmicks will come and go, but this sturdy foundation will outlast it all. It will give you a framework for essential practices, and then help you build a customized nutrition, exercise, and mobility plan that is individualized for you.

You’ll find out what works, and also why it works, so you’ll never be confused or overwhelmed about your health and fitness again. In this way, you’ll learn how to slowly, sustainably take control of your health and fitness. No gimmicks, no fads, no high-tech treatments. Just you and your body. Don’t hack it—nourish it!

Adam Valainis

About the author

Adam Valainis is a burgeoning author who has written many grocery lists and well- received letters to Santa. By day, he is an investor and entrepreneur who holds a bachelor’s degree from the College of the Holy Cross, a master’s degree from the University of Virginia, and an MBA from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley. He is also: a former boxer and MMA practitioner, a short-careered rugby fullback, a part-time surfer, a full-time nerd, an occasional triathlete, an experienced backpacker, an average tennis player, an adequate skier, a golfer who is good enough to beat his younger brother, an avid reader, a publisher of poems that you’ll never find, a fine wine aficionado, a drummer, a world traveler, and a pilot-in-process.

Adam lives near the beach in Los Angeles, where he regularly surfs and does many other outdoorsy things, including raising several thriving succulents and about a half dozen abs (none of which are written off as dependents). He enjoys free food, sunny weather, and cartoon movies (he unabashedly wishes he was the guy version of Moana).

What people are saying

  • "The Only Fitness Guide That Made Sense"

    I’ve tried countless fitness programs, but nothing clicked until I read The Don’t Hack Your Body. Adam’s no-nonsense approach helped me build real strength without the frustration of fad workouts. My training and recovery have never been better!

    — Laura Payton

  • "A Game-Changer for Strength and Recovery"

    This book changed the way I think about fitness. Adam breaks down everything from training to recovery in a way that actually makes sense. I’ve seen real progress in just a few months, and I feel stronger, healthier, and more in control of my body than ever before.

    — Jamie Kokot

  • "No More Gimmicks—Just Real Results"

    I was tired of fitness 'hacks' that never worked. Don’t Hack Your Body gave me a sustainable plan that actually fits my lifestyle. Adam’s methods are backed by science, and the results speak for themselves. Highly recommend!

    — Lindsey Beumer