Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond (Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guides) [Paperback]

Jim Laabs (Author)

Book Description

Series: Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guides | Publication Date: April 15, 2008

Being in your 40s, 50s or even 60s doesn't mean you have to "lower the bar" when it comes to your health and fitness. This book lays out an easy-to-follow, complete, and practical plan especially designed for men and women in their 40s, 50s and 60s. Included are step-by-step plans for strength training, cardio exercise, nutrition and stretching - all four of parts needed for a truly sound fitness program. Who says fitness can't be fun? The author makes this book interesting and fun to read, and you may even have a few laughs on the "fun road to fitness." Whether you need a minor fitness tune-up or a major overhaul, Getting Fit & Staying Fit has a plan that can work for you.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

This is the third book by Jim Laabs, author and self-proclaimed fitness expert. Several years ago the author lost over 45 pounds and developed, through trial and (mostly) error an exercise program that can help people in their 40s, 50s and early 60s look and feel 10 years younger within 60 days. So, why not do what everyone else does and write a book!

This book is the author's first that takes a humorous bent, and Jim Laabs makes the outrageous claim that this is the most entertaining book about fitness for Baby Boomers in the entire history of publishing, all the way back to the Gutenberg press. He qualifies that statement by adding that Gutenberg wasn't very entertaining, even by 1600s German humor standards.

Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: First American Publishing; 1 edition (April 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0976759918
• ISBN-13: 978-0976759911
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,214,579 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

James Laabs is an author, business person and entrepreneur. He holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin, has owned several successful businesses and has taught at three colleges.

His most recent book published 2/1/12 is "American Epitaph," a dystopian political thriller that takes in the year 2025. See http://www.americanepitaphbook.com

He is also the author of the Jake Goodman series of action mysteries, starting with "Slaying Season," which is set in the world of big-time college football. The second book in the Jake Goodman series will be out on 4/1/12.

Non-fiction books by James Laabs include "The Wisconsin Dells: A Completely Unauthorized Guide" (1998), "The Business Sale System: Insider Secrets to Selling Any Small Business" (2007) and "Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond." (2008)

Follow James Laabs on twitter at @jameslaabs

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally a Fitness Plan that Works!, July 1, 2008

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Carrie Kolva (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond (Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guides) (Paperback)

After reading and trying numerous "get fit" plans, I came across Mr. Laabs' book and finally found something that works! The analogy of a fitness program being like a chair is logical and easy to comprehend. Whether you're a newbie or a veteran to exercise, you'll find a plan that works for you within this book. By weaving in humor and lightheartedness, Mr. Laabs also proves that fitness can be fun! Three cheers for The Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guide To Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars hilarious look at fitness, June 27, 2008

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Courtney L. Wernsing (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond (Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guides) (Paperback)

Combining humor and sound advice, author Jim Laabs hits a home run with this book. His fitness and eating programs are well-researched, yet not at all hard to follow. Unlike other fitness plans for baby boomers, the author allows for increased training and intensity. The book continues to be a guide as you get stronger! Mr. Laabs also provides helpful pictures and checkpoints as a guide to help with proper form during exercise. This book makes the perfect gift for the baby boomer in your life.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The human body begins to stop caring physically around 40 - the problem is, however, is that the mind still cares., July 11, 2008

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Getting Fit & Staying Fit In Your 40s, 50s and Beyond (Middle Age Doesn't Suck Guides) (Paperback)

The human body begins to stop caring physically around 40 - the problem is, however, is that the mind still cares. "Getting Fit & Staying Fit: In Your 40s, 50s, and Beyond" is a diet and exercise manual aimed at those saddled with the metabolic slowdown of middle age. Focusing on the needs of people of advancing age, "Getting Fit & Staying Fit" is a complete and comprehensive guide anyone over 40 should acquire. A top pick for community library fitness collections.