Richard Simmons' Never Give Up: Inspirations, Reflections, Stories of Hope [Hardcover]

Richard Simmons (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1993

The popular weight-loss and aerobics guru offers a combination of compassion and inspiration for readers who believe that weight loss is impossible for them, presenting uplifting success stories. 125,000 first printing. $100,000 ad/promo. Tour.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

TV fitness personality Simmons ( Never Say Diet ) encourages would-be weight-losers with 40 inspirational stories. Among them are recollections of Diane, who began overeating after she gave up her baby for adoption; wheelchair-bound Donna; and Simmons himself, whose attempts to diet proved futile until he devised his Deal-a-Meal program. The self-proclaimed "court jester of health" makes serious commitments to his followers, even phoning strangers who write to him; here, he addresses readers as if he were a personal friend. Simmons's enthusiasm, empathy and gentle humor should motivate the heavy of heart (and flesh). 125,000 first printing; Doubleday Book Club and Music Club alternates; author tour.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 342 pages
• Publisher: Warner Books; 1ST edition (February 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446517038
• ISBN-13: 978-0446517034
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,267,483 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars real motivational, stories to touch the heart, March 16, 1999

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This review is from: Richard Simmons Never Give Up: Inspirations, Reflections, Stories of Hope (Mass Market Paperback)

a lot of these peoples stories will make you look at your own life. You can't help but admire their strength. Richard Simmons has a way to touch everyone and make them feel special

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Richard, December 28, 2005

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This review is from: Richard Simmons' Never Give Up: Inspirations, Reflections, Stories of Hope (Hardcover)

I am embarassed to admit this: I am a closet Richard Simmons fan. Yes, he's a little corny, a little cheesy, a little over the top sometimes but having said that: I love the man. What a bright and shining light of inspiration he is to people without hope or direction.

I originally dubbed the audio version of this book on tape from the library over 10 years ago. I still listen to it. I decided that I would like to own the actual book version because I enjoyed the tapes so much.

This book is filled with short, easy-to-read-in-a-couple-of-minutes stories of inspiration, and practical tips for changing one's lifestyle.

I don't have a weight problem but I am inspired to make healthy choices in my life because of this book. I highly recommend it.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It helped me lose weight, June 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Richard Simmons Never Give Up: Inspirations, Reflections, Stories of Hope (Mass Market Paperback)

My name is Rich and I have been dealing with obesity my whole life. I found the stories of weight loss to be very uplifting and profound. They have been inspirational in helping me shed unwanted pounds. I am now under 300 pounds and heading toward 250 thanks in great part to Richard.