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Summary: Great motivator
Review: As someone whose weight has gone up and down since I was 12 and being an on again off again member of Weight Watchers for the past 3 years, I found this book to be very motivational. It provides great information about what a big role exercise plays in dropping pounds and staying healthy, as well as providing great recipe ideas and menu plans that follow the Weight Watchers points plan. I have read this book about 2-3 times and I find it extremely helpful anytime I need that extra push in the right direction.
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Summary: A great start on the road to fitness...
Review: I checked this book out at my public library and didn't note that it was published by Weight Watchers until I got it home. I don't have one particular thing against Weight Watchers but I don't particular care for them either hence I tended to ignore them altogether. This is 193 pages of lots of good, solid info on exercise, diet, vitamins and food plans. Having said this I would tell anyone that has had the opportunity to read any other popular fitness book not to get this book as it would definitely be a waste of your time.There are drawings showing one exercise each for each body part. They are all fine but you definitely would need more exercises if you want to see any real benefit. There are some good drawings of stretches for each part of the body. The book does a credible job explaining the benefits of both weight bearing exercises and cardio exercises along with suggestions for a fitness test. There are also some meal plans in the back but beware they all use the Weight Watcher's point system. My overall feeling is that if you are a novice to the exercise world then this is a good book to start with. It's well rounded, full of factual info and has just enough to get you interested. If you have been into reading fitness books, already started an exercise program this very basic info won't help you, it'll bore you as it only covers the starting fundamentals.
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Summary: An overall comprehensive book to help the beginner.
Review: I checked this book out at my public library and didn't note that it was published by Weight Watchers until I got it home. I don't have one particular thing against Weight Watchers but I don't particular care for them either hence I tended to ignore them altogether. This is 193 pages of lots of good, solid info on exercise, diet, vitamins and food plans. Having said this I would tell anyone that has had the opportunity to read any other popular fitness book not to get this book as it would definitely be a waste of your time. There are drawings showing one exercise each for each body part. They are all fine but you definitely would need more exercises if you want to see any real benefit. There are some good drawings of stretches for each part of the body. The book does a credible job explaining the benefits of both weight bearing exercises and cardio exercises along with suggestions for a fitness test. There are also some meal plans in the back but beware they all use the Weight Watcher's point system. My overall feeling is that if you are a novice to the exercise world then this is a good book to start with. It's well rounded, full of factual info and has just enough to get you interested. If you have been into reading fitness books, already started an exercise program this very basic info won't help you, it'll bore you as it only covers the starting fundamentals.
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Summary: A great start on the road to fitness...
Review: If you're overweight and out of shape and are serious about doing something about it, this is an excellent book to start off with. The information about the wonderful benefits of exercise were motivation enough for me to get started. I'm not sure why "jess" has a problem with Weight Watchers, since their program is very healthy and more practical to follow than anything else out there. For someone like me, who is new to exercise, it's just what I needed to read.
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Summary: EASY TO FOLLOW EXERCISES ; WONDERFUL MENU PLANNER
Review: MY FAVORITE PART OF THE WHOLE BOOK WAS THE 4 WEEK MENU. I AM A WEIGHT WATCHERS MEMBER AND REALLY ENJOY GETTING IDEAS & NEW RECIPES TO FOLLOW! EXERCISES ARE EASY TO FOLLOW.....THERE'S WEIGHT LIFTING EXERCISES, CARDIO, AND FLEXABILITY EXERCISES. THERE'S ALSO NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION AND IDEAS TO HELP YOU STICK WITH THE PLAN. THIS IS A GOOD BOOK TO READ FOR ANYONE WHO IS INTERESTED IN BECOMING MORE FIT!
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Summary: Helpful Info
Review: This book does a good job at providing addtional info that you do not normally receive at the meetings. This book goes into great detail on exercise, why you should be fit, and how to achieve your goals. The menu plan is helpful, as we all know we can get in a rut when looking for a variety of foods to eat. I have found this book to be helpful when my will power was a little weak.
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Summary: Sensible and Informative
Review: This book is logically broken down into three parts: 1) why exercise is the key to weight loss, 2) how to exercise, and 3) what our bodies need for nourishment to stay fit. The workout pictures are extremely helpful as is the 4-week menu plan implementing Weight Watcher's 1-2-3 Success Point Values plan. This book has become a true companion and guide for me. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is truly interested in losing weight sensibly and keeping it off.
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Summary: Sensible and Informative
Review: This book is logically broken down into three parts: 1) why exercise is the key to weight loss, 2) how to exercise, and 3) what our bodies need for nourishment to stay fit. The workout pictures are extremely helpful as is the 4-week menu plan implementing Weight Watcher's 1-2-3 Success Point Values plan. This book has become a true companion and guide for me. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is truly interested in losing weight sensibly and keeping it off.
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Summary: Nice supplement to Weight Watchers food plan
Review: To lose weight successfully, experts often suggest a combination of a good food plan, exercise and motivational techniques and suggestions. This book is an excellent basic guidebook for those new to exercise. While there are more detailed books out there, this one provides clear directions and pictures to help anyone get fitter and healthier. Combine this with a balanced eating program and you'll lose weight more quickly. Just remember- no book will keep the fork from your mouth or put your feet in those walking or running shoes. But if you're truly motivated, this will give you the guidance you need to accomplish your goals.
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