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Getting Back in Shape

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The step-by-step fitness routines in Deborah Mackin's Getting Back In Shape aren't your usual generalities -- they are specific to women who have just had a baby, and offer five-minute workouts to allow busy moms to target specific body areas. Plenty of step-by-step color photos accompany easy instructions on how to get back into shape.

This book is directed to pregnant women; however, the contents
may be utilized in connection with general health maintenance
years after a successful pregnancy. It describes nutrition,
bone health, a balanced diet, protein, veggies and a variety
of important health strategies. The section on exercise and
physical therapy is very instructive. The back-roll is depicted
for maintaining back health through continuous stretching
exercises. There is a section depicting the use of light weight training and special exercises designed to preserve functioning
of the lower back. For instance, lying face down and lifting
the head off the floor is an important exercise in preserving
back health. The author advises to eat plenty of veggies,
to take the anti-oxidants i.e. Vit. A-E and to eat fiber in the
diet. Overall, this book is a good purchase for your personal
health library.