TrainChange [Paperback]

Al Smith Jr. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2003

Men and women who want to get rid of a few extra pounds, but who are not sure how to set up a nutrition plan or exercise routine, and most of all, people who lack the motivation to do so, will definitely benefit from TrainChange. Based on the intensive fitness TrainChange workshop, this book guides you through the process of getting in shape, both physically and mentally. More than just explanations, it provides direct application within the context of real obstacles with which every dieter struggles.

Many books have been authored about the scientific tenets required to lose weight, but few focus on the everyday obstacles associated with actually doing it. Ironically, it is how you choose to deal with these obstacles that ultimately determine the success of your long term fitness goal. This book will highlight such issues as:

Selecting a diet that’s right for your body type.
Making time to exercise, and motivating yourself to do it!
How to follow a healthy nutrition plan, while still being able to enjoy eating during the holidays, birthdays, special occasions, business functions, etc. As a professional fitness consultant and personal trainer who once battled with being overweight himself, Al Smith, Jr. shares his unique, step-by-step, analytical approach that he personally used to finally win his weight-loss battle. Coverage includes:

Ways to naturally increase your energy.
The common mistakes every dieter makes.
Tips to improve your training performance.
Motivating yourself to accomplish a fitness objective.
The three things you’ll need to reach your weight-loss goal.

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About the Author

Al Smith, Jr., is an exercise and nutrition expert. For the past seven years, he has provided Personal Training, Weight Management Counseling, and Nutrition Consulting to clients. He understands the difficulties of getting in shape because he too once struggled with his weight. Only after developing an innovative exercise and nutrition strategy was he finally able to take control of his body and win the battle against fat.

Al is now helping others reach their health and fitness goals using his amazing approach. In TrainChange he discusses the Three Basic Components required to get in shape, and shares the secret strategy he uses to help his clients Keep The Fat From Coming Back!

Best of all, you can start using the powerful techniques immediately. Each method he suggests is simple, practical, and supported by real life success stories.

Product Details

• Paperback: 283 pages
• Publisher: Advanced Fitness Publishing Group (November 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974416908
• ISBN-13: 978-0974416908
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,074,151 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive....., March 3, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: TrainChange (Paperback)

I am a bodybuilder and I thought it was worth it to check this out. I have been able to get my body fat down to 4% which is the lowest it's ever been. I have a competition coming up and this book has become my bible. Anyone looking to really make some progress should at least check this out at a bookstore.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Low-carbers need this book!, March 25, 2004

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sheila (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: TrainChange (Paperback)

I have lost 15 lbs. in less than a month and can't believe it. I was worried I was gaining weight. This book is a great match with the Atkin's diet book and really breaks things down in a way I understand them. I can't believe the author was ever truly fat, and if there weren't pics I don't think I would. I only have 10 more lbs. to lose and this book has made it so easy. It has great charts and lists (like low-carb and glycemic index, etc.) so I only need to take one book to the grocery store when I go shopping, instead of the three or four I had before.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Information - that is actually useful, November 14, 2006

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vsm (CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: TrainChange (Paperback)

I've leafed through a few books on weight and nutrition, but was never tempted to buy one as a reference, or to keep. I felt differently about this one. It not only has solid information you can actually apply TODAY, but it was a fun read. What I liked best was its no-nonsense approach to weight loss -- it's unlike most other weight-loss books, that tempt you with empty promises that are unrealistic.

It's true that you only have yourself to be accountable to, and Mr. Smith also points out the need for inner motivation. I really felt that this book was a realistic, eye-opening, and honest approach toward weight-loss. I highly recommend it, and thank Mr. Al Smith, Jr. for writing it!