[.ca] Worlds Fittest You (ISBN 0451214013)

World's Best Kept Secret:
Where did this guy come from? Why haven't we all heard of him before?!? I got this book for Christmas and can't believe how much sense he makes and how well thought out this plan is. Joe is a man after my heart: clearly he doesn't wnat to promise more than he can deliver, but what he can deliver is amazing. After only a few days I really feel like I have started on a lifetime solution to my weight problem rather than a limited time quick- fix--and I wouldn't have done it without the common sense and encouragement that Joe provides in this book of exercises, tips, and recipes. This book isn't just a complete plan, it's also the memoir of a guy who has been worse off than I was and who totally turned it around. Like he says, if he can do it, so can I, and he gives great tools to back that up.

Solution for America's epidemic:
Obesity in America is reaching an epidemic level and the World's Fittest You is the solution. Joe's story of physical "rags to riches" was an inspiration for me to get my life and weight under control. The exercises are easy to follow, with great pictures to show you exactly what to do. I have really enjoyed the recipes. It is such a treat to be able to cook easy meals that are healthy and taste great. This book is my guide for my New Year's resolution. I have tried many other fitness books, and there is always something missing. This book offers it all, in a easy to follow, successful plan.

Only In My First Week, But This Plan RULES!!!:
Here for a change is a complete wellness book that pulls no punches from an everyday man who has paid his dues and come out in tip-top shape! Mr. Decker's powerful story of overcoming addiction and weight-gain begins this book as he travels the world trying to find himself. What he finds instead is the party-boy lifestyle that lands him fat, addicted and out of shape on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. His comeback includes an epiphany that reveals, like many of us have, a fierce determination to overcome his personal history and his personal demons. By erring in the opposite direction, Joe triumphs over many of the most bizarre fitness challenges I have ever read about, becoming an inspiration to countless people on the journey. This program is real and honest and makes no false promises. In fact, its only real promise is that there are no promises to be made. By analyzing your past and your goals, you are encouraged to develop a new program tailor-made to suit you. What is so excellent here is that it is so all-encompassing. I have learned about cholesterol, both good and bad, blood pressure, heart rates, and blood sugar levels to name a few. The eating section finally explains carbs and fats, protein and diet myths in a way that is easily understandable and applicable to me. He even includes his ten 'fittest foods' for consideration. Next comes the extensive four week 'Shock Your Body' section, which is what I started this week. It is so complete and easy to follow...not necessarily easy, but incredibly rewarding! And like I said, this book is about REAL change, and Joe makes it clear that it is a lifestyle change. There are great recipes that actually work and a great section on fitness workouts that is easy to follow and easy to tailor to suit your own level of fitness. Along the way he debunks many myths about diet and exercise. He even gives you a web address so you can talk to him directly and he answers your questions personally via email! I am so happy to have been turned on to this guy, and feel like there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel. I cannot recommend this program enough!

Joe Decker is an inspiration!:
After reading Joe Decker's book I wrote him the following e-mail: Dear Joe-just to let you know that your book is being a help and inspiration to me. I'm 234# this morning down from 250. Yesterday I moved to a new hole in my belt, and this a.m. I put on a pair of formerly too-tight jeans, grinning from ear to ear. Yeah, I know, that's still too heavy, but I'm making serious progress and will continue. Thanks again for your help! * * * Mr. Decker's book makes it clear that you won't lose weight nor become fit without steady, the-rest-of-your-life effort. There are no secrets, no short-cuts. But he also tells how you can do both, and offers examples, inspiration, and explanations. He is an excellent example himself, having gone from pudge to fit, back to pudge and finally to the title of The World's Fittest Man, as well as becoming a fitness and training expert. The book is in readable, plain English, no psycho-babble nor fancy body-chemistry language. If you want help in losing weight, becoming fitter, or both, The World's Fittest You is an excellent choice.

Better than Liposuction !!! - Great motivator:
This book is the best and so is the author - Joe Decker. This book is a total package. This is not another lose weight, get fit gimmick. Joe Decker has truly put together a great tool for improving ourselves, not just physically but also mentally. I am a single mom in my mid 20's. I have gone through struggles I don't think anyone can imagine. At times, I felt so depressed that I thought I would never get out of the hole I was in. About three weeks ago I was listening to the radio on my way into work and Joe Decker was being interviewed. Immediately, I liked him and decided to buy his book. Now, I am not a book reader, I don't buy books and if I do I usually return them to the book store. I decided to give this book a try. I love it. Through healthy eating and exercising I have started to lose weight. I feel so good. I exercise an hour 5x a week. I have never kept to it for three weeks in a row. I am so glad that Joe Decker after his personal success he has given back to all of us the tools of survival and health through his book. Through e-mail he also helps you by answering any questions and he motivates you. By the way HE RESPONDS!! not someone working for him. This book has been the best thing I have ever invested money in. Also, I did try liposuction 5 years ago, It doesn't keep you thin or fit. I gained 60 lbs. after it. It was a waste of money!