Throughout the country Crunch is synonymous with the ultimate in fitness and exercise. From New York to LA, Crunch Fitness Centers have helped hundreds of thousands of Americans get in shape and stay in shape. With their unique lifestyle approach to fitness and their philosophy of "no judgments" on your lifestyle, Crunch is the choice of men and women, and who want to exercise their right to fitness. Crunch and Hatherleigh/Five Star are proud to announce the first three books in the Crunch Fitness Series. Each book in the series is specifically designed to meet the lifestyle demands of today"s Americans-the harried business executive who spends her weekends on the road, the father of the bride who has to look good in a tux, the soccer mom who just doesn"t have time for the gym, young people, old people, couch potatoes and bodybuilders. Everyone will benefit from the Crunch expertise and their team of fitness specialists. Who hasn"t pledged on New Year"s Eve to shed those pounds by joining a gym? Most health clubs bank on the fact that you will QUIT. Not Crunch, though. They want to see you achieve a level of fitness just right for you! And to prove it, they"ve written the best book ever on starting a fitness program you can stick with. With sections on: dealing with the anxiety of your first visit to the gym, how to use the equipment, what kind of gear you need, basic flexibility and conditioning exercises, and gentle workout plans. You may be a beginner, but you won"t need luck with Crunch showing you the way to a healthier life.