Fitness Program

Exercise researcher and author Ellington Darden has studied exercise and fat loss for more than 40 years. His most recent program combines his previous findings on fat loss and muscle gain with new research on the principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer for a six or 12-week plan that will eliminate belly bloat, destroy flab, and stoke metabolism. Integrating his many years of research, the program has had more than 1,137 participants who shed an average of 29.5 pounds of fat and lost six inches off their waist or belly.

In Body By Science, bodybuilding powerhouse John Little teams up with fitness medicine expert Dr. Doug McGuff to present a scientifically proven formula for maximizing muscle development in just twelve minutes a week. Backed by rigorous research, the authors prescribe a weekly high-intensity program for increasing strength, revving metabolism, and building muscle for a total fitness experience.

Intuitive Eating is the go-to book on rebuilding a healthy body image and making peace with food. We’ve all been there—angry with ourselves for overeating, for our lack of willpower, for failing at yet another diet. But the problem isn’t us; it’s that dieting, with its strict rules, keeps us from listening to our bodies. Written by two prominent nutritionists, Intuitive Eating will teach you how to reject diet mentality forever; how our three eating "personalities" define our eating difficulties; how to find satisfaction in your eating; and much, much more.

"Arnold Schwarzenegger's Golden Six Workout" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the fitness philosophy and regimen that catapulted Arnold Schwarzenegger from a budding bodybuilder into a global icon. This book offers readers an unprecedented look into the training principles and exercises that laid the foundation for Arnold's legendary physique and enduring success in the bodybuilding world. Structured in a clear and engaging manner, the book begins with an introduction to Arnold's journey, setting the stage for the evolution of bodybuilding and its impact on the sport. It then ...

Unlock the power of your brain—one project at a time. DIY Projects for Cognitive Fitness is part of the bestselling Age-Proof Yourself series, grounded in the proven principles of Applied Cognitive Fitness™ (ACF). This 90-day, step-by-step guide shows you how to sharpen memory, strengthen focus, and boost problem-solving through real-world, hands-on projects. Unlike brain games or apps, DIY projects engage multiple domains of cognition—planning, sequencing, creativity, and adaptability—while producing tangible results you can see, touch, and use. Each tier of the program builds on ...

Have you ever dreamed of huge biceps, rock-solid triceps, or sculpted abs that last all year round? Are you frustrated by endless hours at the gym without seeing results? If so, this book is exactly what you need! This guide will show you how to build muscle mass, burn fat, and transform your body without wasting hours on ineffective workouts. Packed with actionable advice, it’s designed to deliver real results for anyone ready to commit to building their ideal body.

Chris Crowley, the memorable patient and coauthor of Younger Next Year, partners with Jen Sacheck, a nutritionist and exercise physiologist from Tufts University, and in lively, alternating chapters they spell out a weight-loss plan that will have readers lose up to 25 pounds in the first six months - and keep it off for life. The message is straightforward and based on the most up-to-date nutritional science.

Natural Weight Loss - PROVEN Strategies for Healthy Weight Loss & Accelerated Metabolism Sometimes the hardest thing is not actually losing weight, but having the weight loss motivation to begin. Although healthy eating and clean eating are super beneficial, many of us are missing out. The problem is simple: there are too many diets, and too much conflicting information. Many diet fads may even promise quick & miraculous weight loss, but in the end… you’re right back where you started! So get the facts. Learn how to get healthy for life, the natural way. Find a natural diet that works. ...

Tired of waking up exhausted, gaining weight you can’t lose, and feeling constantly on edge—no matter how “healthy” you try to be? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re burned out—and your stress hormone, cortisol, is running the show. If you’ve been battling stubborn belly fat, mood swings, disrupted sleep, or brain fog and nothing seems to work, the problem may not be your willpower… it’s your hormones. The Cortisol Detox Plan is a science-backed, 3-Phase Reset Plan designed to rebalance your body, restore your energy, and finally help you feel like yourself ...

Lose weight, eat as much as you want, feel healthy, and look great. This may sound like an impossible dream, but with The McDougall Program for Maximum Weight Loss it is a dream come true for thousands of people. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. John A. McDougall draws on the latest scientific and medical information about nutrition, metabolism, and hunger to provide a simple weight-loss plan.

Did you know? 60% of New Year’s resolutions are abandoned two weeks into the new year 50% of these resolutions revolve around weight, exercise, and dieting By the first day of February, 80% of them are brokenYou may relate to these stats. And that is why you are reading this now! Why do you find it hard to sustain your exercise regime? What is the main reason why you continue to exercise without results? How can you integrate your exercise regimen with your busy daily routine? Every day, millions of Google searches around these questions are thrown up and 10 times as many answers are ...

Until Dr. Barnard's scientific breakthrough, most health professionals believed that once you developed diabetes, you were stuck with it—and could anticipate one complication after another, from worsening eyesight and nerve symptoms to heart and kidney problems. But as this groundbreaking work reveals, this simply is not true. In a series of studies—the most recent funded by the National Institutes of Health—Dr. Barnard has shown that it is possible to repair insulin function and reverse type 2 diabetes.

Redefine what strength looks like on a woman’s body. Mastering Women’s Bodybuilding with SHE5 is a revolutionary strength training blueprint built specifically for the female physiology. Using the proven 5x5 barbell system as its core, SHE5 reengineers the classic compound movement protocol with female-centric adaptations in recovery, muscular endurance, pelvic alignment, and hypertrophy prioritization. This book demolishes outdated training myths—from the fear of “bulking” to the fiction of “toning”—and replaces them with science-based programming designed for real muscle ...

Vince Gironda wasn’t just a trainer—he was a heretic with a barbell, a sculptor of muscle who tore down the dogmas of modern fitness and rebuilt them around aesthetics, precision, and suffering. In Vince Gironda’s Legendary Training Method, discover the complete gospel of bodybuilding’s most eccentric genius—from his steak-and-egg diet to his infamous 8x8 and 10x10 shock routines, to his anatomical rewrites of classic movements like squats, curls, and bench presses. This isn’t a motivational guide. It’s a battlefield manual for lifters who are done with gimmicks, bloated drug ...

Forget gimmicks. Forget the latest influencer routine promising shredded abs in 30 days. This is 5×5—the brutally efficient barbell program that builds real strength and dense, functional muscle without wasting your time. 5×5 Strength-Hypertrophy Hybrid is not a flashy routine. It doesn’t care about your Instagram aesthetic or your feelings about leg day. It cares about load, recovery, and consistent effort. With a focus on squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and rows—performed for five sets of five reps—this program walks the line between raw power and unapologetic muscle growth. ...

Staying strong, steady, and independent isn’t about chasing youth, it’s about training your body to keep doing what you love. Strength & Mobility Boost Workbook for Seniors, part of the Senior Boost Workbooks Series, gives you a clear, step-by-step 10-week program designed specifically for older adults who want to build confidence, protect independence, and feel energized every day. Inside you’ll find: Easy-to-follow daily routines that take just 10–20 minutes. Joint-friendly strength training for safer movement and everyday power. Balance and mobility exercises proven to reduce ...

Powerlifting isn’t mystical. It’s not spiritual. It’s a straightforward, brutally honest sport built around three lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift. The Powerlifting Blueprint is for anyone who wants to get stronger without the fluff—no pseudoscience, no motivational drivel, and no exaggerated promises. Just actual results built on discipline, mechanics, and repetition. This isn’t a book about gym culture or body positivity masquerading as strength training. It’s a complete, unapologetic guide for beginners who want to understand how powerlifting works, how to start doing ...

Walk Your Way to Fitness: Boost Health and Shed Pounds After 50 with Low-Impact Walking Are you over 50 and looking to regain your health, increase your energy, and shed those stubborn pounds? If the thought of intense workouts or complicated fitness plans feels overwhelming, then this book is exactly what you need! Walk Your Way to Fitness is the ultimate guide to transforming your body and mind with one simple, low-impact activity—walking. This easy-to-follow program will show you how to harness the powerful benefits of walking to reset your metabolism, lose weight, improve your mood, ...

Build strength, improve balance, and move with more confidence — all from the safety and comfort of home. Yoga + Bands for 70+ is your step-by-step guide to low-impact resistance band and yoga-inspired exercises designed for older adults, mobility-limited seniors, and caregivers who want a safe, effective fitness routine. Certified senior-fitness and yoga educator Saud Hassan has created a program that works for every level — from beginners to those returning to exercise after time away. Each chapter combines clear instructions with safety tips for conditions such as arthritis, ...

Heavy Duty 12 Week Challenge is not for the hobbyist, the casual lifter, or the “clean eating” spreadsheet worshiper. It’s a program for those willing to subject themselves to the kind of existential rigor that rips through illusion and deposits you on the other side as something denser, darker, and far more capable. Based on the brutally minimalist principles of high-intensity training, this 12-week challenge blends hypertrophic efficiency with metabolic precision, hormonal regulation, and psychological warcraft. Every chapter is a confrontation. You’ll train with one set to ...