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Tony Ryan (Author), Martica Heaner (Author)
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June 4, 2000
Anyone can get into a fitness rut. You could be exercising regularly but feeling unmotivated about your current routine. Or you could be enjoying your workouts but not getting the results you really want. You can even be on health club hiatus and looking for a way to get back into exercise-mode. Whatever your situation, cross-training is a practical solution. Cross-training is a well-rounded way of approaching exercise. It allows you to vary your workouts so you can inject a little excitement into your fitness routine, while you receive better results out of your exercise plan.

If you have a real thirst for fitness knowledge then Cross-Training For Dummies is for you. Whether you just want to use cross-training as a way to spice up a dull workout routine or you’re looking to develop specific skills that will enhance your performance in a specific activity or sport, this book can get you on track.

Cross-Training For Dummies will keep you motivated, intere sted, strong, and injury-free as you strive to improve your level of fitness. From savvy tips that’ll turbo charge your workouts to great advice on weight lifting, fitness activities, and team sports, this book has just what you need to advance to a higher level of fitness. Cross-Training For Dummies also covers topics hat will help you to:

  • Assess your fitness level
  • Set personalized exercise goals
  • Have fun with individual and team sports
  • Incorporate kickboxing, Pilates, spinning, and other cutting-edge workouts into you routine
  • Understand the five elements of fitness
Challenging your body to new fitness levels is hard work, but the results are well worth it. Cross-Training For Dummies will help you understand how cross-training works and show you how to put together a well-balanced training program that will keep you happy and healthy.

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From kickboxing Pilates, and other cutting-edge exercise options to perennial favorites such as running, biking, and swimming, this guide helps readers create customized workouts that minimize boredom and maximize results.

Tips on mixing and matching activities for a balanced workout

Photos and illustrations show proper techniques

Explanations on how to set goals, stay motivated, and prevent injuries

From the Back Cover

"The next best thing to having your own personal trainer." Sarah Mahoney, Editor-in-chief, Fitness magazine "The perfect inspiration to take your fitness routine to the next level." — Sally Wadyka, Senior Editor, gymamerica.com

Great tips on customizing your training plan to maximize results

Are you not getting the results you want from exercise? Are you ready to try something new? Congratulations! This friendly guide is about to rock your world. From savvy tips that'll turbocharge your workouts to great advice on weight lifting, fitness activities, and team sports, this book has just what you need to advance to a higher level of fitness.

Discover how to: Assess your fitness level Understand the five elements of fitness Set personalized exercise goals Incorporate kickboxing Pilates, Spinning, and other cutting edge workouts Have fun with individual and team sports

Get smart! www.dummies.com


Product Details

  • Paperback: 350 pages
  • Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (June 4, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0764552376
  • ISBN-13: 978-0764552373
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #352,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A balanced fitness plan is easy with this book!, June 9, 2000
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Cross-Training For Dummies is like having your own personal trainer! You pick a cross-training plan to follow (I picked the Weight Loss plan, but you can also choose from a "Base Fitness" plan, Athletic plan, or "Mix-n-Match" plan). Each plan tells you how much time you should spend on cardio and strength training, which exercises (cardio and strength training) you should try, and how much time you should spend on flexibility and power. Then, you just turn to the chapters they note to get a description of the exercise you should do! If you are already involved in a sport, you can also find exercises that will help you with that sport. Plus, there are a bunch of charts you can use to track your progress in your general health, body measurements, or weight training.
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5.0 out of 5 stars this is a must-have for someone starting a fitness lifestyle, June 5, 2000
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This book would be good for someone who is new to fitness and can be used as a reference to someone that already has a fitness lifestyle. It will answer alot of questions you may have but don't want to ask. I highly recommend this one!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Put the fun back into exercise with Cross-Training for Dummies, February 2, 2011
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We live in a society that is too focused on getting partial aspects instead of the whole concept. Cross-Training for Dummies not only puts the fun back into a workout but also gives to all you need to get a complete body workout without all the fancy equipment. We spend too much time indoors as it is. Cross-Training for Dummies gives you all you need to take your workout outdoors although many of the exercises can be done in the comfort of your living room. This book uses the one piece of equipment you always have with you, your body. I highly recommend this book.

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In times gone by, chopping, grinding, lugging, pulling, plowing, sowing, and hunting and gathering were activities that the human body had no choice but to perform. Read the first page
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military presses overhead, squeeze your glutes, body strength work, lift your rib cage, following muscle groups, stretch all major muscles, good base level, group fitness classes, cardio activities, starting cone, lower your hips, bench stretches, exertion level, cardio work, agility drills, lengthen your spine, walking lunge, stability balls, lower your body, lunge position, fitness plan, cardio machines
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Safety Tip, Athletic Plan, Base Fitness Plan, Weight Loss Plan, Perceived Rate of Exertion, Cross-Training Plans, Fitness Formula, Body Mass Index, Active Isolated, Move That Body
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