The WEIGHT LOSS READER - Draws from Dr. Stamford's extensive experience in the field of weight management and fitness and his ever popular newspaper column THE BODY SHOP. Weight Loss Reader presents Dr. Stamford's advice and refreshing philosophy, and provides sane, effective, and long term strategies for losing weight and keeping it off. There are two major sections. WATCHING YOUR WEIGHT explains why crash diets can work in the short run, but always fail in the long run. You cannot apply a short term solution (a crash diet) to a long term problem (managing your weight over a lifetime). Specific issues include an appropriate rate of weight loss to ensure that the weight that is being lost is body fat, rather than muscle tissue and water. In addition -- why small frequent meals is the best approach; the 80-20 rule; why spot reduction is a lie; eating right is easier than you think, the low down on the variety of crash diets that hoodwink the public; and much more. FOR WOMEN is entirely devoted to specific weight loss issues that are familiar to every woman who has struggled to manage her weight. Issues include why female fat can be so stubborn; the impact of menopause on weight control and body fat distribution; the double standard our society places on women versus men; the distorted view that most women have of their bodies; and much more.

Price: $14.95, Plus Tax & Shipping Publisher: Biosynergic Health Press, 2001

Exercise Without Agony! - Whether you are a novice exerciser or a seasoned veteran, you will find information that is valuable to you. Exercise Without Agony provides an easy and practical strategy for exercise that is convenient, comfortable, and able to be sustained for a lifetime. There are four sections. Fact versus Fiction places exercise in a proper perspective and makes the case that all exercise is good for you, regardless of the type or intensity. The role of exercise as a tool in weight loss is discussed in detail. Exercise Basics provides an overview on how to get started and what you can expect from an exercise program. Various forms of exercise are discussed, ranging from walking, to weighted walking, tai chi and yoga, water exercise, and Synergetics. Beware, Be Safe explains exercise pitfalls to avoid, how to avoid overtraining, and the dangers of exercising in varying environmental conditions. Strength/Muscle Building discusses resistance training for everyone, males and females ranging from small children to adults to grandparents. The benefits and drawbacks of different approaches (free weights versus machines) are discussed.
Price: $14.95, Plus Tax & Shipping Publisher: Minerva Books 2002

The Jack Sprat Low-Fat Diet: A 28-Day Heart-Healthy Plan You Can Follow the Rest of Your Life by Bryant A. Stamford & Becca Coffin, Price: $19.95, Plus Tax & Shipping Publisher: University Press of Kentucky, 1995

Fitness Without Exercise by Bryant A. Stamford & Porter Shimer Price: $12.95, Plus Tax & Shipping Publisher: Warner Books, 1990

 

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