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Tone muscles, boost cardio and build endurance with hard-core jump roping for extreme fitness. You certainly jumped rope as a kid, but you probably didn't realize this fun activity is also a kickass workout for shredding all the major muscles arms, legs, butt, abs, shoulders and chest. With this book, you turn a simple jump rope into a power tool to: Build muscle Boost endurance Amplify explosive power Improve agility Enhance overall fitnessFrom beginning tips on proper form and picking the right rope to advanced tricks like double unders and knee tucks, Ultimate Jump Rope Workouts will teach you to jump like a pro and get in the best shape of your life.

"Learning the ins and outs of triathlon can be daunting, but 7 Weeks to a Triathlon is the perfect tool to prepare yourself for the sport whether you are a newbie or a professional. Excellent!" —Desiree Ficker, Professional TriathleteBECOME A TRIATHLETE IN JUST 7 WEEKSFollow the 7-week programs in this book, and you''ll quickly gain the strength and stamina needed to complete any triathlon—sprint, standard, Olympic and even Ironman challenges. Packed with clear charts and helpful photos, 7 Weeks to a Triathlon has everything you need to know about the ultimate endurance challenge:• Easy-to-follow progressive training programs• Pro tips for each discipline—swim, bike, run• Triathlon-specific cross-training techniques• Motivational advice on pushing harder and crushing your race goalOffering field-tested, day-by-day programs and a comprehensive description of how to get through race day, this book has something for everyone, from beginners getting started in the sport to seasoned triathletes looking to take their training to the next level.

Super-charge your workout with medicine ball exercises, tosses, games, and drills that you can perform by yourself or with partners. Tap the power of the weighted medicine ball to tone your whole body and build lean muscles and a shredded core. Medicine Ball Workouts shows how to use one of the most useful and versatile fitness tools out there to curl, press, toss and catch your way to getting in the best shape of your life. Perfect for beginners and advanced athletes alike, this book details medicine-ball exercises like:- PUSH-UPS for increased upper-body & core strength- SQUATS , LUNGES & THRUSTERS to build a strong powerful lower body- BURPEES & TOSSES to improve explosive speed & full-body power- TURKISH GET-UPS to develop flexibility & dexterityWith day-by-day programs and easy-to-follow, step-by-step exercises, Medicine Ball Workouts transforms simple moves into fun, challenging and highly effective functional cross-training workouts for total-body fitness and a ripped physique.

TRAIN TO CRUSH A 10K IN JUST 7 WEEKSFollow the 7-week programs in this book and you'll quickly gain the strength and stamina needed to complete any 10K-faster than you ever thought possible. More approachable than marathons but still impressive races, 10K runs are wildly popular. Packed with easy-tofollow charts and helpful photos, 7 Weeks to a 10K has everything you need to know about the balance of running speed and endurance: * Clear progressive training programs* Running-specific cross-training techniques* Hydration and pace recommendations* Motivational advice on pushing harder and crushing your race goalOffering field-tested daily programs and a comprehensive description of what to expect on race day, this book has something for everyone, from beginners getting started to seasoned runners taking their training to the next level.

GO BACK TO BASICSThe best way to get a strong, lean physique is to eat and work out the way nature intended. Paleo Fitness guides you through the fitness and exercise plan anthropological evidence has proven to be the most efficient, healthiest way to live-work out in the real world, for the real world. A healthy, athletic physique is as easy as tuning in to how your body evolved. This book shows how to work out with functional, playful, and primal movements for:* improved strength, speed & stamina* greater mobility & flexibility* life-long fitness & good healthPacked with step-by-step exercises, a two-week meal plan and delicious, satisfying, healthy recipes, Paleo Fitness helps you use the high-intensity methods proven to increase fitness in the shortest possible time.

FUEL YOUR FITNESS. This book shows how to perform at the top of your ability by combining its carefully constructed nutrition plan with your personal training and conditioning. Build the ideal diet to power a lean, strong physique with over 100 delicious recipes, like:• Mussels Marinara Spaghetti for Increased Glycogen• Walnut-parmesan Chicken for Maximum Protein• Peanut Butter Crunch Bars for Healthy FatsWith day-by-day meal plans and advice on the best pre and post-workout nutrition, The Athlete''s Cookbook details everything you need to maintain energy and build muscle, keeping you at the top of your game.