In Ultimate Fitness: The Quest for Truth About Exercise and Health, Gina Kolata, science reporter for The New York Times, takes a fascinating journey into the fads, fictions, and genuine innovations that have defined the world of physical fitness. From weight lifting for men and women in the early days, to jogging in the 1970s, cycling in the 1980s, aerobics in the 1990s, and now Spinning, Kolata explains the science of conditioning and the objective evidence behind commonly accepted prescriptions. Among the questions she addresses are: What is the best way to exercise for maximum effect? What is the most effective way to train for endurance versus strength? Why is "maximum heart rate" calculated at 220 minus our age, and how did the formula come into being? Is there really a "fat-burning zone"? Does "spot reducing" work? We feel great after physical exertion, and think our endorphins are surging, right? Kolata shows us how and why we're wrong. Why is it that some people won't become fit in spite of exercise? Can exercise alone help reduce cholesterol? Are there special foods or drinks that can help you exercise longer or harder? Do nutritional supplements build muscle? Who's your trainer and how much training did he/she really receive? Kolata profiles those who successfully challenged conventional wisdom and marketed their inventions, and some who resisted initial criticism only to back down from their claims. With lively sketches of many of the mavericks who have influenced the industry over the years -- from Bernarr Macfadden and his controversial contests "for the best and most perfectly formed woman" in the early twentieth century, to Jack LaLanne, who, at the age of eighty-seven, still lifts weights for an hour every morning, to Johnny G, the champion of Spinning -- Kolata presents an eye-opening view of the inside workings of a multimillion-dollar business. Lively and engaging, Ultimate Fitness spotlights the machines and machinations, and cuts through the marketing and hype not only to assess what is healthy, but also to help us understand what our obsession with fitness says about American culture today.

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Core Performance - by Mark Verstegen and Pete Williams - the breakthrough fitness program that has already shipped more than 50,000 copies in hardcover, is the first program that delivers strength and muscle mass, endurance and a lean body, balance and flexibility, athletic quickness and power--all in less than an hour a day. How? By giving you a personal coach who has worked with some of the most famous and successful athletes in the world today.

The intense focus on the muscles of your core--abs, lower back, hips, and thighs--will help you stand taller and prevent the back pain from which most people eventually suffer. The detailed nutrition section guarantees that you'll feed your muscles, starve your fat, and get boundless energy when you need it most. This program is like nothing you've ever seen before--it enables you to totally transform your body in just 12 weeks. The potential is within you, and the power to unleash that potential is within Core Performance.

Health and fitness experts agree that keeping track of exercise habits helps to improve performance and motivates a person to continue an exercise regimen. Based on the hugely-popular book that introduced readers to mat-based Pilates, The Pilates Workout Journal will help all readers-from beginners to more advanced Pilates enthusiasts alike-track the progress of their exercise routines. With inspirational quotes and training tips throughout, The Pilates Workout Journal is a practical, motivational tool to help readers get the most out of their Pilates workout.

A fun, fully illustrated exercise book that details Ruth Bader Ginsburg's workout, written by her trainer Have you ever wondered what keeps Ruth Bader Ginsburg, one of the Supreme Court's favorite octogenarians, so sprightly? She owes it all to her personal trainer, Bryant Johnson, whom she refers to as "the most important person in [her] life." But don't despair, now you too can work out with Bryant in the comfort of your home with The RBG Workout. Be warned, this workout will not be a breeze. From planks to squats to (full) push-ups, this workout will have you fit in no time! Each exercise is demonstrated with full-color illustrations of the Justice in her robes with the addition of purple leggings and her trusty sneakers. This small-format, kitschy book will make the perfect gift for a laugh and a supremely good workout! AUTHOR: Bryant Johnson is a court clerk and Army reservist who moonlights as a personal trainer. Ginsburg calls him "the most important person in [her] life." Full colour illustrations on every page

Written by marathoner and Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee, Sally Edwards, The Big Book of Running addresses every possible concern from posture and form to nutrition, footwear and race strategy. You'll learn how to adapt running mechanics such as stride and pacing to your body type and fitness level while specific training regimens prepare you for any type of running event including sprints, distance runs, and marathons. Co-authored with Carl Foster, the former President of the American College of Sports Medicine, The Big Book of Running features the latest research in the science of running. You'll learn the latest strategies to boost your performance, train more effectively, and aid post-workout recovery. The latest research on special concerns such as running after age 40, during pregnancy, overtraining in younger runners and preventing amenorrhoea in female distance runners is also highlighted.

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With 8 Minutes in the Morning you will:
NOT do aerobics, NOT spend hours in the gym,
and NOT be on a starvation diet.What's Jorge's get-slim secret? Just 8 minutes of his unique strength-training moves done in the privacy of your home.

A few minutes each morning is all you need to lose up to 2 pounds a week. Add the cutting-edge eating program that teaches you how to eat the right fats to satiate your hunger and cut your calories, plus a daily dose of motivational support from Jorge, and weight loss has never been easier!

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The bestselling author of The Fat-Burning Workout now offers a guide to take readers from "pear shape" to perfect in just 24 workout hours. Vedral teaches how to exercise without exhaustion and get fast results in the problem areas that women worry about most--thighs, buttocks, hips, and stomach. Fully illustrated instructions.

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From NBC fitness personality Michael Sena--the definitive guide to an active, healthier lifestyle for American moms . . . and their families.

Michael Sena, whose fitness tips are seen on NBC in Chicago, on the in-flight programming for United Airlines, and in HEMISPHERES magazine is an emerging star in the fitness field. In this moms-first look at family fitness, he teams up with dietitian Kirsten Straughan and physiologist/sports medicine specialist Tom Sattler, Ed.D., to help families get fit together.

Lean Mom, Fit Family is a 6-week plan for moms who want to slim down, shape up, and bring their families along for the fun. Readers start by taking a quiz that allows them to track their progress throughout the 6-week program. They'll then take simple actions to improve their scores and reshape their health. From Sena's favorite ways to get families moving to easy meal planning, including 50 great-tasting, slim-down recipes, this motivational and easy-to-follow 6-week plan will improve the whole family's fitness--one member at a time.

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An exercise routine embraced by professional dancers for over fifty years, Pilates is now the hottest and most talked about fitness trend since the running shoe. The perfect blend of Yoga and Nautilus, Pilates concentrates on building strength and flexibility, improving coordination, balance, and posture, and increasing stamina. All Pilates movements are initiated by muscles in the abdominal area (known as the powerhouse) and are designed to work the smaller muscles that support larger ones, while stretching and lengthening the entire muscular package. A low-impact yet highly intense workout, Pilates is ideal for everyone, young or old, those who are extremely fit or out of shape, as well as those who have chronic pain, injuries, or asthma. Illustrated with over 100 black-and-white photographs, The Pilates Powerhouse brings this time-efficient and highly effective means to get and stay in shape into the home, without the need for expensive classes and elaborate equipment.
Using only a mat, a stick and, for advanced Pilates, a ball, readers will feel personally trained by Mari Winsors innovative routines and spirited instruction, reaping the dramatic and lasting results of Pilates in less than an hour a day.
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