The Complete Idiot's Guide to Body Sculpting, Illustrated

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Body Sculpting, Illustrated
Author: Patrick S. Hagerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Bodybuilding
ISBN: 9781592571505

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).

Complete Idiot's Guide to Fitness Boxing Illustrated

Complete Idiot's Guide to Fitness Boxing Illustrated
Author: Tom Seabourne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781592575039

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 Quick Total Body Workouts

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Quick Total Body Workouts
Author: Thomas Seabourne
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2012
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 9781101597859

"The next best thing to a personal on-call trainer, this helpful guide gives you tons of easy-to-follow illustrated exercises that work your abs, buns, thighs, arms, chest--all your major muscle groups--in no time. Best of all, these exercises are designed for use at the gym, at home, or even at the office."--P. [4] of cover.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walking For Health

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Walking For Health
Author: Erika Peters
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2000-03-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 144069561X

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 Marathon Training

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Marathon Training
Author: David Levine
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 429
Release: 2011-05-03
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1101514744

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 Stretching Illustrated

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Stretching Illustrated
Author: Barbara Templeton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Stretching exercises
ISBN: 9781592576210

Stretching has long been regarding as the safest way to keep your whole body - muscles and mind - healthy and working in balance. Athletes employ stretching as a way to warm up, cool down, and generally prevent injuries. Workout experts and gym enthusiasts recommend stretching for non-impact toning and strengthening routines. Stretching can be done anywhere, anytime, and can serve as both a stress reliever and therapy for dozens of physical conditions from strains to sports injuries. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Stretching Illustratedis designed to teach lay and professional readers alike the fundamental techniques of healthy stretching with hundreds of clear, step-by-step line drawings and instructions showing each step. Once the reader understands the basics and the various routines for each part of the body, expert instructor Barbara Templeton presents specific regimens for healing a wide variety of common complaints, from back pain to TMJ, from fatigue to sports injuries.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Boosting Your Metabolism

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Boosting Your Metabolism
Author: Dr. Joseph Klapper
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2008-12-02
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1440697361

Make your body work for its own good. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Boosting Your Metabolism, noted cardiologist Dr. Joseph Lee Klapper takes readers from what the metabolism is and how it works through the many ways to raise it, including by what we eat and drink, both independently and in combination. Also, Dr. Klapper's exercise plan helps readers to reduce fat and increase muscle, and his recipes show readers how delicious it can be to be a booster! ?Not a 'quick-fix, long-term failure' plan, this book offers a lifestyle change that will lead to sustained improvement ?Explains factors beyond readers' control - heredity, age, and sex - and helps them boost the metabolism they have ?Medically proven diet information and a sound exercise plan

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Pilates Method

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Pilates Method
Author: Karon Karter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2001
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780028639833

Explains the Pilates attitude, technique, equipment, and the importance of posture and diet, and discusses how to teach others the Pilates method.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speed Reading

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speed Reading
Author: Abby Marks Beale
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2008
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781592577781

Presents strategies and techniques designed to increase reading speed, and improve comprehension and retention of a variety of reading materials.