The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Training
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Training

Author: Deidre Johnson-Cane

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2002-12-01

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 9780028644332

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This text aims to be useful to those looking for an approachable, beginner's guide to lifting weights. The book is issued in the illustrated format, where photographs and line illustrations are given as much attention as the easy-to-read text. The guide includes multiple exercises for all the major muscle groups, photographs depicting the beginning, midpoint and ending positions for each exercise and photographs depicting the most common mistakes in executing various exercises, allowing readers to learn from others' mistakes.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Functional Training Illustrated
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Functional Training Illustrated

Author: Frances Sharpe

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-12-01

Total Pages: 648

ISBN-13: 1101151994

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Lengthen spine, tuck pelvis under, bend knees . . . and shovel that driveway! The goal of functional training is getting the various muscle groups to work together for real-life activities, such as snow shoveling. The guide includes: • A functional fitness self-assessment • More than 120 exercises for different levels, using either props or one's own body weight • More than 300 photographs demonstrating proper movements • Warm-up and cool-down exercises • Sample workout plans for personalized results. • An appealing, practical approach to exercise, with more than 120 highly–illustrated exercises.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Short Workouts
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Short Workouts

Author: Deidre Johnson-Cane

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780028639536

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Provides routines for fifteen, thirty, forty-five, and sixty minute cardiovascular and weight training workouts, including information on seasonal and office workouts.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Body Sculpting, Illustrated
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Body Sculpting, Illustrated

Author: Patrick S. Hagerman

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592571505

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The Complete Idiot s Guide to Body Sculpting Illustratedis for anyone interested in achieving a healthy, toned physique. This book covers the most effective body sculpting exercises for every major muscle group, and provides various methods - from free weights and machines to bands and exercise balls - for performing those exercises, making it the perfect workout companion for the gym or home. The book contains simple bulleted steps for completing each exercise and more than 400 photos that illustrate the beginning, midpoint, and ending movements of the exercise; variations of the exercise (to work the same muscle from a different angle, increasing muscle definition); and what it looks like to do something the wrong way (very useful for avoiding injuries from more complex exercises).

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Marathon Training
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Marathon Training

Author: David Levine

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-05-03

Total Pages: 429

ISBN-13: 1101514744

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A comprehensive guide to get you ready for race day. According to the rule books, a marathon is 26.2 grueling yet exhilarating miles. Millions of people run marathons around the world. Many more millions dream of doing it. But novice or veteran runners, marathons require training and plenty of it. Certified marathon coach David Levine and dedicated marathoner Paula Petrella know how to get anyone in shape for the race and share the entire procedure in clear, jargon free language. • Includes dozens of instructional photos. • Practical advice that addresses the needs of men and women of all ages.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walking For Health
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walking For Health

Author: Erika Peters

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2000-03-01

Total Pages: 318

ISBN-13: 144069561X

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You’re no idiot, of course. You’ve been meaning to get on track to a happier, healthier life, and you’ve heard that walking burns the same amount of calories as jogging. But your path, while paved with good intentions, is also filled with roadblocks—like having too little energy, or too many unwholesome distractions. Lace up your sneakers! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Walking for Health will help you develop a walking program and be with you every step of the way. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Simple steps to figure out your waist-to-hip ratio and fitness level. • Easy ways to stay motivated and energetic. • Time-saving tips on incorporating walking workouts into your busy life. • Expert advice on how walking helps you age gracefully.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Triathlon Training
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Triathlon Training

Author: Colin Barr

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2007-04-03

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1440625670

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Every man an Iron Man, and every woman, too! No longer exclusive events reserved for only the most committed athletes, triathlons, duathlons (bike and run), and aquathons (swim and run) now attract hundreds of thousands of Americans. Filled with the inside tips, practical advice, and photos, this is the book for any man or woman who wants to compete in multi-sport events, regardless of experience level. --Authors are experienced triathlon competitors and personal trainers --Tips on setting up, equipment, training, diet, and motivation --Dozens of exciting instructional photos

Complete Idiot's Guide to Fitness Boxing Illustrated
Complete Idiot's Guide to Fitness Boxing Illustrated

Author: Tom Seabourne

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592575039

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Fitness boxing is one of the hottest workout trends across America, with over 10,000 health clubs featuring fitness boxing and boxaerobics programs. But what is fitness boxing, exactly? It's an exercise program that uses aspects of professional boxing training and aerobics to build strength and confidence, and of course, burn calories. And, it's fun--especially with a partner. This is the only book of its kind to lead the reader through each dynamic stage of fitness boxing. From stretching and jumping rope to sit ups, toning, and leg work, to each kind of punch and their combinations, expert Tom Seabourne puts it all together in this knockout of a fitness title. And, to make it even easier, he and two of his students demonstrate the program on a professional 30- minute DVD, produced for and packaged exclusively with this title.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hormone Weight Loss
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hormone Weight Loss

Author: Alicia Stanton, M.D.

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-09-06

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 1101552557

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How to stay slim . . . even when your hormones are working against you. For many people, trouble losing weight isn't about will power-it's about hormones. Stress, estrogen loss, thyroid imbalance, are just a few of the hormonal conditions that can lead to weight gain regardless of how much one diets or exercises. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Hormone Weight Loss offers detailed yet accessible explanations of these conditions and provides readers with diet plans, eating strategies, exercise tips, and other useful information that will enable them to win the uphill battle against unwanted weight gain.