This is a short novel rather like The Goal by Eli Goldratt which presented Goldratt's theory and practice of Synchronous Manufacturing in the form of a novel about a plant manager who saves his factory from closure by applying the principles presented in the novel. Joe X is about a mysterious man whose plane crashes in front of an "average guy" in his truck, at night, in a rural area. The guy takes Joe to the hospital, while becoming increasingly puzzled at the things Joe says on the way. At the hospital, in the bright light, he is surprised to see that Joe is much older than he had initially taken him for since Joe is so extremely fit and trim. Later visits to the hospital, bring our average guy to know Joe better, and Joe begins to explain his theory and practice of fitness. The specifics of the actual workout are included in an appendix at the end of the book with charts you can photocopy and use for yourself.
I have just finished the book and have not had a chance to try the workout, and will get my husband to walk me through it since each exercise has specific instructions for body alignment and breathing, also there is timing involved. I don't think I can work through it very well initially by always having to refer to the book. I will also try to get my husband to read the book for himself.
My motivation to exercise is pretty near zero, and my need for better fitness is very great. This book was written for people just like me. I am going to try the method and see how it works.
Very interesting book. I recommend it especially for people like me, lacking in motivation but high in need. I give the author a lot of credit for writing this book and getting it published once he developed his fitness method. I hope he makes some money through word-of-mouth sales. He deserves to.
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