Cross-Training For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)) (Paperback)

by Tony Ryan (Author), Martica Heaner (Author) "In times gone by, chopping, grinding, lugging, pulling, plowing, sowing, and hunting and gathering were activities that the human body had no choice but to..." (more)
Key Phrases: military presses overhead, squeeze your glutes, body strength work, Safety Tip, Athletic Plan, Base Fitness Plan (more...)

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Product Description
From kick-boxing, Pilates, and other cutting-edge exercise options to perennial favorites (such as running, biking, and swimming), this guide helps you create customized workouts that minimize boredom and maximize results. Cross-Training For Dummies features

• Tips on mixing and matching activities for a balanced workout
• Photos and illustrations that show proper techniques
• Advice on setting goals, staying motivated, and preventing injuries

The workout you want is yours when you delve into this ...For Dummies edition. So lace up your cross-trainers! It's time to weight lift on Monday, play volleyball on Wednesday, and take a fitness class on Friday!

From the Publisher
From kickboxing Pilates, and other cutting-edge exercise options to perennial favorites such as running, biking, and swimming, this guide helps readers create customized workouts that minimize boredom and maximize results.

Tips on mixing and matching activities for a balanced workout

Photos and illustrations show proper techniques

Explanations on how to set goals, stay motivated, and prevent injuries

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Product Details

• Paperback: 350 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (June 4, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764552376
• ISBN-13: 978-0764552373
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #124,663 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A balanced fitness plan is easy with this book!, June 9, 2000

By A Customer

Cross-Training For Dummies is like having your own personal trainer! You pick a cross-training plan to follow (I picked the Weight Loss plan, but you can also choose from a "Base Fitness" plan, Athletic plan, or "Mix-n-Match" plan). Each plan tells you how much time you should spend on cardio and strength training, which exercises (cardio and strength training) you should try, and how much time you should spend on flexibility and power. Then, you just turn to the chapters they note to get a description of the exercise you should do! If you are already involved in a sport, you can also find exercises that will help you with that sport. Plus, there are a bunch of charts you can use to track your progress in your general health, body measurements, or weight training.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars this is a must-have for someone starting a fitness lifestyle, June 5, 2000

By	rebecca davenport (United states) - See all my reviews

This book would be good for someone who is new to fitness and can be used as a reference to someone that already has a fitness lifestyle. It will answer alot of questions you may have but don't want to ask. I highly recommend this one!