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Slim down, tune up, and feel better in eight weeks
With proper technique, aerobic walking is one of the safest and most beneficial forms of exercise and a terrific way to lose weight. Now from bestselling health and fitness expert Dr. Mort Malkin offers a complete, step-by-step aerobic walking program that you can customize to reach your personal fitness and weight-loss goals. Drawing on the latest scientific findings on proper walking techniques, weight loss, safety, and nutrition, Dr. Malkin explains everything you need to know to walk your way to a slimmer, healthier you, including how to:
- Reduce stress and lower your blood pressure
- Control your appetite
- Determine how far, fast, and often to walk for your health and fitness level
- Slow down, and even reverse, osteoporosis
- Select the best footwear and accessories
Here is a complete program that will bring you a healthier and more satisfying life.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 210-227) and index.
About the Author
DR. MORT MALKIN is one of the nation's leading authorities on aerobic walking. He has developed walking clinics, wellness programs, and seminars for insurance companies, hospitals, health spas, government agencies, and private groups across the United States. He is also the author of the bestselling, Walking--The Pleasure Exercise.
Table of Contents
Looking Good: That Special Essence.
Metabolic Magic: How to Become a Lean Machine.
Aerobic Walking: Technique Is Everything.
The Program: How Far, How Fast, How Often.
Heads, You Win: The Art and Science of Exercise Motivation.
The Aerobic Diet Guide for Reducing: The Variety Principle.
The Aerobic Diet Guide for Maintenance: More Variety, Less Vigilance.
Health: Illness and Wellness.
Perqs: Beyond Health and Weight Loss.
Safely, Safely: Gain Without Pain.
Accessories: Outfitting for Aerobic Walking.
The Masters Class: The Fountain of Youth.
Small Miracles: Blessings Left and Right.
References.
Index.