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There's plenty of conventional wisdom on health and fitness—but how much of it is scientifically sound? The truth is: less than you'd think.

In Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?, physicist and award-winning journalist Alex Hutchinson tackles dozens of commonly held beliefs and looks at just what research science has—and has not—proven to be true:

Should I exercise when I'm sick? • Do I get the same workou... read more>>>

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An illustrated guide to the anatomy of the abdominal muscles and how to tone them successfully without injury

• Presents the 16 most effective and safest abdominal exercises for great abs

• Reveals how common ab exercises, such as crunches, can damage the spine, pelvic floor, diaphragm, and internal organs

• Offers tips to get rid of belly fat--both superficial fat and deeper visceral fat

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Are you:

• Fed up with all the mixed messages on how to be fit and lose weight?
• Intimidated by the gym's machines, weights, or classes?
• Discouraged, as you've worked out in the past but have seen no results?
• Frustrated that you can't afford a personal trainer to help motivate and guide you?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, Beat the Gym is the book for you. I know what works, and I ... read more>>>