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

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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

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.

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.

A great book. I am just starting my weight-loss adventure, and this book serves to let all of us who need to lose weight that it's been done, it can be done and it will be done. When you are down about your weight loss trials, read this book. You'll see there is hope!

I'll admit right off that I do not know much about Richard Simmons or his diet plans. To be honest, I am not even sure where this book came from. While I am not obese, I could stand to lose 20 pounds (I'm about 5'10 and around 200 pounds), so I figured I'd read through it.

This is one of those books that I am not sure how to describe. The book is a series of 40 weight loss stories. The book reminds me a lot of a daytime talk show. Each one of the people in this book had a story to tell. Most of the stories were quite touching. It was great to read real life people actually being able to go from obese to a healthy, attractive weight. However, the book did read like an infomercial for Deal-A-Meal.

Most of all, I was touched by the type of person Richard Simmons himself is. After reading the book, I was of the opinion that Mr. Simmons is one of the few people in this world who will sacrifice his time, money, and travel to almost anywhere to help a complete stranger. While I am sure Mr. Simmons has made millions from his fitness empire, I truly believe he is in it to help him and others with their weight.

This is not a book I would recommend running out and buying unless you get a deal on it. I did find the stories somewhat inspiring, but not overly inspirational (In all due fairness. I'm not sure if this is because my weight problems in life have been what I would call terrible). After finishing the book, I did not have the urge to exercise and throw out any junk food in the house. Rather, the book made me shrug my shoulders and say "that was interesting".

This is a good book to read for some encouragement during your weight loss journey. Instead of going out to lunch everyday with my co-workers, I eat something healthy and read this book. It consist of many short stories of weight loss success and journeys. This book has been especially helpful during the beginning of my journey. There are some before and after photos I wish there were more. After reading this book I realized just how much Richard Simmon's does care about people. I wish I could meet him in person.

I do like Richard Simmons, and I love true to life stories of how people have lost weight. My only wish is that this book would have had more pictures.
Otherwise helpful and inspirational.