"Examining the effects of exercise on women and their babies, this book presents case studies of women who exercised regularly before, during, and after pregnancy. The book provides guidelines for exercise plans that safely fulfill a mother's needs during different phases of pregnancy, answering such questions as, How does exercise benefit the mother? How does exercise affect growth of the fetus? What is the effect of exercise on milk production?...

"Written by a woman who began running marathons at 50 years old, this inspirational guide describes the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of exercise. It confronts the problem of obesity today-nearly 60 percent of Americans are overweight-and emphasizes that weight control becomes an even greater challenge with age. But as this handbook asserts, it's never too late to get fit. In nine easy-to-follow steps, the mechanics of an exercise program...

"Muscle & Fitness magazine has provided a program of rapid-fire core workouts for those seeking to "get moving" on a weight-training fitness program or for those who wish to expand, freshen-up, and enhance their workout regimen. There are 101 photo-illustrated workouts that allow enthusiasts the opportunity to glance at the photo during a workout to check their faithful following of the routine. Whether a novice or an experienced weight trainer, the...

"Think you don't have what it takes to run a marathon? Well, think again! Whether you are fast or slow, young or old, thin or pleasantly plump, you can run 26.2 miles. All you need is a little heart and "sole." This book shares the inspirational stories of 26 men and women who successfully completed their first marathon. Tricia, Bobbi, Anne, Lindsay, Stephan, and others turned their dreams into a reality by losing weight, managing illnesses, juggling...

"Interest in marathon running continues to grow at a record pace. For the first time ever, in 2010 the number runners entering and finishing a U.S. marathon exceeded the half-million mark. Many of those runners completed their very first marathon. One of the first questions from those thinking about running a first marathon is how to go about training to run the 26.2 mile event. There is no shortage of marathon training plans available in running...

"**Note: A Miracle Ball is not included with ebook edition. To purchase a Miracle Ball, please purchase a print edition of The Miracle Ball Method or visit www.elainepetrone.com to purchase a ball separately.** Introducing The Portable Miracle Ball, a book of simple exercises for pain and stress relief with an inflatable Miracle Ball. Ideal for business travelers and commuters or anyone who spends long hours away from home, these exercises require...

"Aimed towards anyone tired of spending countless hours training with weights and doing cardio and without seeing additional gains, 101 High-Intensity Workouts For Fast Results provides a lifetime of workouts that continually increase lean muscle mass and reduce body fat using scientifically proven methods of short, high-intensity bouts of training."--

"In KUNDALINI RISING, Seattle Yoga teacher April Petty shares her approach for achieving integration of body, mind, and spirit through chakra energy. With detailed discussions of selected Yoga postures, April helps you create a successful Yoga practice that fits your lifestyle and sets you on the path to open your chakras and ground your technique in knowledge and understanding. Beginner - advanced."--

"a The best, most complete upper body exercise in the world is the push-up.a - Lt. Colonel Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. Take your push-ups to a whole new level with thirty different types of push-ups from beginner to advanced. All 30 types of push-ups are clearly described and most are illustrated. Sculpt those arms, abs, chest and back with push-ups. You will find 5 and 10 week workout plans, push-ups for men and women, world records for push-ups,...

"What exactly is The 10 Minute Body Shaping Miracle? Ten minute body shaping is all about increasing your energy and stamina AND sculpting and defining your body by doing a special set of exercises. Just imagine, work your entire body by investing only 10 minutes per day! Amazing, but true! Anybody can do these simple exercises."--