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Fitness For Dummies

What exactly is new in fitness? In the exercise world, there?s something new in equipment, research, classes, gadgets, videos, and Web sites just about every day. The last few years have also seen the invention and marketing of new schlock?like pills that claim to eliminate cellulite or burn extra carbohydrates and machines that purport to tone your thighs ?without any effort on your part.? It?s all too easy to get confused by all the myths and mixed messages out there.

But don?t sweat it! This thoroughly revised edition of Fitness For Dummies updates you on all the latest?the good, the bad, and the bizarre?tackles your fears about getting fit, and gives you the knowledge and motivation to stick with fitness for the rest of your life. Renowned fitness experts Suzanne Schlosberg and Liz Neporent show you how to:

  • Test your fitness level and set realistic goals
  • Pinpoint fat sources in your diet
  • Create a personalized fitness program
  • Find Internet fitness forums and Web sites
  • Brave a public gym

This is your essential get-fit guide, covering state-of-the-art fitness techniques, equipment, programs, and health clubs in a practical, friendly way. You?ll see how your individualized fitness program will help you strengthen your heart and lungs, burn lots of calories, lower your stress level, and even help you stay injury-free. You get the latest on low-carb eating, new food pyramids, the glycemic index and trans fats, and new carb guidelines. Plus, you?ll see how to:

  • Take advantage of hot trends like Yoga and circuit training
  • Incorporate weight training in your workout
  • Choose the best fitness equipment for your home gym
  • Stay fit at all ages and stages

Complete with a list of ten great fitness investments under $100 (and ten fitness ripoffs!) as well as proven ways to stay motivated, Fitness For Dummies, Third Edition is your one-stop guide to a slim, trim new you!  more

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by Suzanne Schlosberg and Liz Neporent. ISBN13: 9780764578519. ISBN10: 0764578510. Published by John Wiley & Sons,...

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From: Amazon
Posted: Jun-26-2009
A little too basic

As far as an introductory fitness book would go, this book is very good. But if you're looking to get in depth with yoga, pilates, weight training, stretching, walking, etc. this book is not for you.

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Posted: Dec-20-2008
Mixes anti-male mesage with workouts

Suzanne Schlosberg and Liz Neporent have got to be femi-nazis. I don't normally expect to find insluting male-bashing messages in exercise books but this one had them. Consider the following from the first edition "Praise for Dummies"...

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Posted: Nov-11-2008
Very Good Book

Good Book! On time, great shape the book was in. I loved dealing with them and I will do more business with them. As far as the book, I am a fitness and PT trainer, I have my degree and IFA cert and advancing my PT education and...

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Posted: Mar-24-2006
Thorough and straightforward.

I like the fact that the book took me back to the basics of fitness and health.This was a good awakening, especially now that i'm dealing with some beginner exercisers.It heightened my sensitivity.I like the book for its...

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From: Amazon
Posted: Jun-26-2009
A little too basic

As far as an introductory fitness book would go, this book is very good. But if you're looking to get in depth with yoga, pilates, weight training, stretching, walking, etc. this book is not for you.

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Posted: Mar-24-2006
Thorough and straightforward.

I like the fact that the book took me back to the basics of fitness and health.This was a good awakening, especially now that i'm dealing with some beginner exercisers.It heightened my sensitivity.I like the book for its...

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Posted: Dec-20-2008
Mixes anti-male mesage with workouts

Suzanne Schlosberg and Liz Neporent have got to be femi-nazis. I don't normally expect to find insluting male-bashing messages in exercise books but this one had them. Consider the following from the first edition "Praise for Dummies"...

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