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"The Female Body Breakthrough" Rachel Cosgrove
"The China Study" T. Colin Campbell
Two great books.
"The China Study" T. Colin Campbell
Two great books.
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Both by Michael Pollan:
The Omnivore's Dilemma
In Defense of Food
I have yet to read his "Food Rules" but I'm sure it's recommendable!
The Omnivore's Dilemma
In Defense of Food
I have yet to read his "Food Rules" but I'm sure it's recommendable!
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One of the best fitness and healthy eating reference book I have seen is a new book by Todd Durkin, M.A., C.S.C.S. " The Impact! Body Plan". It is full of great information as well as the best pictures and inspiring quotes. It lays out a clear plan for 10 weeks of workouts, 4 different workouts per week. Todd is a very smart, enthusiast, and fun master trainer. Take a look at this book.... it's a keeper and one of my favorites.
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The New Rules of Lifting for Women by: Lou Schuler with Cassandra Forsythe, M.S. Workout programs included are by Alwyn Cosgrove.
This book is a great read for both trainers and clients!
This book is a great read for both trainers and clients!
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uhm just one?!?! What?!?!
Anything by Gray Cook, Mike Boyle, Gary Gray, Stuart McGill, and Juan Carlos Santana for starters.
Anything by Gray Cook, Mike Boyle, Gary Gray, Stuart McGill, and Juan Carlos Santana for starters.
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Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen by Christopher McDougall
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6289283-born-to-
Christopher captures the essence of the running spirit, and brilliantly shares his account of seeking answers. His curiosity leads him on a journey not only about running, but about life, passion and heart. The story intertwines adventure, inspiration, motivation, personal discovery, wisdom and of course, running.
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6289283-born-to-
Christopher captures the essence of the running spirit, and brilliantly shares his account of seeking answers. His curiosity leads him on a journey not only about running, but about life, passion and heart. The story intertwines adventure, inspiration, motivation, personal discovery, wisdom and of course, running.
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A great book for dietary advice is Eating on the Run.
http://www.amazon.com/Eating-Run-3rd-Evelyn-Tribole/dp/0736046089/ref=dp...
http://www.amazon.com/Eating-Run-3rd-Evelyn-Tribole/dp/0736046089/ref=dp...
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Jillian Michael's Master Your Metabolism is a great book! Very healthy and helps people get their body into clean eating for life!
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"Intuitive Eating," by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. It is not a diet plan but a real life long way to change your relationship with food and your body so you no longer have to ride the diet roller-coaster!
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Body By Science is a GREAT starter book on a complete guide to the most effective, efficient & safe way to build muscle/strength. Nurtirion is not covered extensively, but other than that this book is a MUST read for EVERYONE!
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1. "Women, Food and God" by Geneen Roth
2. "The End of Overeating" by Dr. David Kessler
Both books address the issues of eating habits rather than food itself. Neither of them are diet books but help understand the underlying causes of disordered eating.
The book by Dr. Kessler was particularly helpful for me personally. I have never been overweight, and it is difficult for me to empathize with some of the eating issues because I just cannot get my mind around it. I found the information very compelling and gained a better understanding. I was thereby able to communicate better with my clients.
2. "The End of Overeating" by Dr. David Kessler
Both books address the issues of eating habits rather than food itself. Neither of them are diet books but help understand the underlying causes of disordered eating.
The book by Dr. Kessler was particularly helpful for me personally. I have never been overweight, and it is difficult for me to empathize with some of the eating issues because I just cannot get my mind around it. I found the information very compelling and gained a better understanding. I was thereby able to communicate better with my clients.
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The New Rules of Posture, How to Sit, Stand, and Move in the Modern World by Mary Bond.
This book is an easy read for people who are starting to "move" again and feel insecure about positions or question if they are doing exercises right. This book is also a great reference for more experienced clients and professionals. As a certified Pilates instructor I love how the book has chapters about breathing, core muscles, pelvis and foot alignments. I teach many concepts from this book already, however, it empowers my clients to learn how to set up their muscle structure during ANY exercise, waiting around in line, holding their baby, how to sit at their computer desk...... etc. The simple imagery from this book sets clients up for success and prevention of tension out there in the world so we don't have to unravel so much during class or a private session.
This book is an easy read for people who are starting to "move" again and feel insecure about positions or question if they are doing exercises right. This book is also a great reference for more experienced clients and professionals. As a certified Pilates instructor I love how the book has chapters about breathing, core muscles, pelvis and foot alignments. I teach many concepts from this book already, however, it empowers my clients to learn how to set up their muscle structure during ANY exercise, waiting around in line, holding their baby, how to sit at their computer desk...... etc. The simple imagery from this book sets clients up for success and prevention of tension out there in the world so we don't have to unravel so much during class or a private session.
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My favorite two.
1) The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. This does a fabulous job of teaching us about food- where it comes from, how to read ingredients, philosophy, history, and much more!. I love it.
http://www.amazon.com/Omnivores-Dilemma-Natural-History-Meals/dp/1594200...
2) The 6 Week Workout Program by Nick Rainey (me). This teaches everything you need to know at the gym and emphasizes rest between exercises which most people pay no attention to.
http://sixweekworkoutprogram.com/the-book/purchase/
1) The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. This does a fabulous job of teaching us about food- where it comes from, how to read ingredients, philosophy, history, and much more!. I love it.
http://www.amazon.com/Omnivores-Dilemma-Natural-History-Meals/dp/1594200...
2) The 6 Week Workout Program by Nick Rainey (me). This teaches everything you need to know at the gym and emphasizes rest between exercises which most people pay no attention to.
http://sixweekworkoutprogram.com/the-book/purchase/
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Many of the books recommended here can be found in the IDEA store here: www.ideafit.com/fitness-products. Plus, if you're an IDEA member you get discounted pricing.
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Way to go Jane. I didn't think anyone else would put "Globesity" by Les Mills. A great read... scary but good.
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Tom Venuto's The Body Fat Solution is THE best book. He provides honest and reasonable ways to change your habits and lifestyle.
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For the whole package it's got to be The Paleo Solution by Robb Wolf http://www.amazon.com/dp/0982565844
Very well written, entertaining, lots of good information with explanations and science.
Very well written, entertaining, lots of good information with explanations and science.
