Fitness Unleashed!: A Dog and Owner's Guide to Losing Weight and Gaining Health Together [Paperback]

Marty Becker D.V.M. (Author), Robert Kushner M.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2, 2006

Got a canine couch potato? In just a few weeks, man’s best friend can become man’s best exercise buddy. Here’s how!

Like their owners, more than half of American dogs are overweight. Research shows that trim pets live up to two years longer than overweight ones—making for a more healthy, vibrant life for your dog.

In a groundbreaking study, top obesity expert Dr. Robert Kushner found that exercising with your dog not only benefits your furry friend, it also gives you more confidence and motivation to exercise, leading to more weight-loss success. Dr. Kushner and prominent veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker have teamed up to present a simple, comprehensive walking program—beginning with just three 15-minute walks per week—that is as good for you as it is for your dog!

From starting out on the right foot (or paw) to gradually increasing the duration of your walks, Fitness Unleashed! is an indispensible guide to fitness and fun for you and your dog.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“With a doggy fitness partner encouraging you to take a brisk tour of the neighborhood, you have everything to lose and gain. Two thumbs and two paws up for Fitness Unleashed!” —Dr. Mehmet Oz, coauthor of the bestselling You: The Owner’s Manual

“I appreciate the fact that Fitness Unleashed! is based in science and filled with easy-to-use techniques, and is proven to work. This is a simple, safe, and surefire way to lose weight, gain health, and feel more alive.” —Dr. Ken Cooper, chairman and CEO, Cooper Aerobics Center

“It’s too bad dogs can’t read! But you can, so take the advice in Fitness Unleashed!, act on it, and share it with your canine pets. You’ll both live longer and better!” —Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld, bestselling author and health editor for Parade magazine

About the Author

Marty Becker, D.V.M., is a pet columnist for Knight-Ridder Tribune News Service and coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul. He lives in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Robert Kushner, M.D., is a professor of medicine at Northwestern University and medical director of Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Wellness Institute and Diet.com. He has been listed in Best Doctors in America since 2001. He lives in Chicago.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Three Rivers Press; First Edition edition (May 2, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0307338584
• ISBN-13: 978-0307338587
• Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.6 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #369,306 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #72 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Pet Loss

Customer Reviews

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for anyone wanting a life change for both yourself and your pet., May 11, 2006

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Mason Heart "Mason Heart" (Washington) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fitness Unleashed!: A Dog and Owner's Guide to Losing Weight and Gaining Health Together (Paperback)

After reading the book, I feel empowered to start a new life that focuses on really becoming the best I can be. Having my dog involved in the process even further fuels my push to get into shape. The book includes personality test and diet tips as well as fitness tips for getting into shape. By working out with my pet, I found not only a greater motivation to work out, but I actually found my fitness routine go from blah to vibrant. I highly recommend this book for any pet lover looking for a life change of fitness and health.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Informative book, November 5, 2006

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This review is from: Fitness Unleashed!: A Dog and Owner's Guide to Losing Weight and Gaining Health Together (Paperback)

This book was informative and easy to follow. There were many helpful ideas and programs for all levels of fitness. It was easy to read and had references that were very useful. An easy and inexpensive way to get in shape.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Very basic, March 18, 2007

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This review is from: Fitness Unleashed!: A Dog and Owner's Guide to Losing Weight and Gaining Health Together (Paperback)

The book I got shows it was a freebie from Hill's, but I assume it's just like the one pictured. I found it to be very basic with not much in the way of new information. This would be fine with someone who needed some ideas about starting a fitness program for him or herself and/or to add the family dog to the fitness program.