Very informative. This is the first book I have found that helps me to understand how my body works, how to eat and how to exercise. Her tips and her 12 week challenge is making me a much stronger person. Jilian Michaels is very knowledgeable. She taps into the mental and physical aspects of loosing weight and being an overall healthier person living a healthier lifestyle. No cheating, no diets, and no easy ways out. She is living proof herself and shares it in her book. I cant stress enought, this is a MUST read for ANYONE trying to loose weight and wanting to be a winner!!!!!!!!!!

This book is great for people who have tried "everything" to lose weight and don't seem to be able to get to their goal. Jillian gives examples that ordinary people can relate to and tells the reader right from the beginning there are no gimmicks. It is just diet, exercise and having the right attitude, setting goals and meeting them. There are some of the recipes from The Biggest Loser TV show included, and a good explanition as well as pictures of how to do the exercises. I really enjoyed this book.

One of the Biggest Loser Coaches debuts with her own novel. In this book Jillian gives you the basics about loosing weight and she doesn't lie to you like other authors of dieting books do. She gives you the facts. She tells you how to loose weight without going through extreme measures - such as surgery and dieting pills. I finished this book in two weeks and it was a great read. I learned a lot. One thing I enjoyed about this book is that Jillian teaches you how to read nutrition labels on the back of food packages. She also teaches you how to take the first steps to your life change. Since reading this book and exercising regularly I've lost a total of eleven pounds in six weeks. It Really Works! You must be the one to make the change and you cannot give up if you didn't loose as much weight one week than you did the week before. When you do start this plan keep it in mind all of the time. I created my own weight loss chart from the example in the book and I keep it on my refrigerator. Good luck!!

First off I'm a big fan of Jillian Michaels. I love her on the Biggest Loser, and find her "tough love' style incredibly motivating. This book is just great. It cuts through all of the BS of fad diets, and does a great job of helping you determine exactly how and what you should be eating for great results. She combines science in her method which helps the reader to completely understand his/her body, and what, why, and how someone gains/loses weight. I'm a student pursuing a degree in Dietetics and kinesiology, and this book reinforces what I'm learning throughout my education. I've had a weight problem my whole life, and recently ( 2 years ago) have lost and maintained a loss of 65 pounds. I am battling those last 10 pounds, and I feel that this book will really help me get to my ultimate goal. Whether you have 200 or 20 pounds to lose, this book, with its startling facts and figures, will help you reach your goal!

Great book, easy to read and understand and doesn't bore you to tears. Great advice that anyone can follow! I recommend this book to everyone!

Jillian Michaels, a personal trainer by trade address reader's weight loss goals on a one on one approach with the author sharing her own weight lose issues followed by actual exercises to tailor the reader's workout and diet to reach their goals. Good information.

I could not find too many carbs.... but if you can deal without some carbs, go for it.

This is by far the best informational upright health and fitness book I've read so far, and I've read a lot. Jillian is right there talking to you, strait and to the point. No fooling around. Problems and solutions. She explains things so simply. You either do or don't. It's really like she's talking directly to you. So easy and user friendly. She really knows her stuff. First health & nutrition, what works what doesn't. Then exercise and exactly how to do each and every one (with pictures) whether at home or when you get to the gym, so you look like you know what you're doing. I highly recommend this book and Jillian for the novice and for those who have drifted way away (me) and want to get their body back. Thanks Jillian. Wish you were my personal trainer!

If you've never read a health and fitness book before, this would be just as good as many out there because it gives you all of the basics. But if you are looking for new information, don't waste your money. Everything in this book has been written by others before.

My sister likes it! She reads it alot so it must be good.

I have a BS in health and fitness and am always looking for good material. I think those of us in health and fitness can always learn from each other even if we don't always agree.
I really like this book beacause it was easy to understand and it gets to the point. It is a good guide for people who need some good solid information about how to change their lives.

This book was very helpful in explaining why you lose and gain weight. I would recommend it because it was easy to read and understand.

This is a very motivational book on how to lose the weight and keep it off! Jillian Michaels is very inspirational in how she approaches the problem of weight loss. Just DO IT is the way to go..Good book!

This is a fantastic book by the gorgeous weight-loss coach Jillian. I think she should have a bonus feature where anyone who loses say 50 lbs. gets to meet her in person. A lot of people would sign up for that program.

I had never watched an episode of "The Biggest Loser" prior to reading this book, but my friends had told me how great the show is and how great Jillian was at motivating the contestants. Then, another of my friends bought the book. I flipped through it and had to get my own copy. The circuit workouts in the book are top notch. I am a professional athlete and have a background in physical education, and these are the best circuits I have ever done. Her advice on nutrition and exercise should be followed by every American.

Jillian Michael's book is simple, pragmatic, easy to follow, and most importantly, realistic.

I've been overweight or obese from the time I was eight onward. I am now twenty and will soon face health problems as a result. I've given up on virtually every program, and had failed at a recent stint with Weight Watchers, so I was almost content with embracing my size and accepting myself, even if others treated me differently as a result. I saw Jillian's book over the internet and figured that I might as well give it a try to kick off the new semester at my college.

I have to say that I am pleasantly surprised! Over an eight week period of following her program, not always perfectly, I've lost a total of 15 lb and have significantly increased my muscle mass. I feel much stronger and it is very easy to walk. I also feel more satisfied at meals. Granted, I still have about 30 lb to go before I reach a healthy weight range, and I'm sure I'll deal with a plateau, but the first results are definitely inspiring!

If nothing else, Jillian's book has taught me that weight loss is possible for just about anyone. It's all rooted in an equation. There's no celebrity muck, 'get slim quick,' or 'look like a superstar' crap. That's another reason that I love this book.

I think the simplicity of it all is the best part. The author provides you with a simple equation to calculate the calories you need per day, and adding this to your activity levels, you can easily find out what you need to eat to lose a certain amount of weight each week. Plus, you can vary your intake depending on how you feel, as long as you stay under that caloric marker.

The info about macronutrient ratios was also very helpful. I have never,e ver felt satisfied on a diet of high carbohydrates. I felt weak and tired, leading me to believe that losing weight was impossible. But after testing as a balanced oxidizer in her book, I realized that I can eat a variety of food in proportions that are satisfying and still manage to lose weight without feeling tired or groggy.

Jillian's exercise portion, I'll admit, is pretty tough. But my muscles soon became accomodated and I was able to build up weight quickly. It's worth it because the program will really accelerate the changes in your body. In eight weeks (the first three I didn't even incorporate the exercises!) I graduated squats with 25 lb. dumbells and a leg press with over 150 lbs, which isn't bad considering that I'm a short female with no natural propensity toward fitness. I credit the fast improvements to her program.

The best part about her program is that nearly anyone can do it. You probably need access to a gym, so I wish she'd provide more home exercises, but other than that, I have no criticisms. She doesn't overload you with too much information, either, so it's not difficult to get started. Plus, she doesn't entice you to bogus nutritional supplements, like the Body for Life Program has done. In short, 5 stars!

I bought this book not expecting to 'get it' just like all of the other diet, nutrition, or exercise books. I totally get it now. Jillian has a way of talking to you and not at you and then explains it all so that you really understand everything. This book is definately for you if you are wanting to and ready to change your lifestyle. This is NOT another fad diet book!


Marina Kushner
Author
The Truth About Caffeine: How Companies That Promote It Deceive Us and What We Can Do about It

I read this book and also joined Jillian's online weight loss program, I've lost a total of 8 lbs in 4 weeks, just enough to get me started. This book and the online program really works plus they dont try to sell you too many worthless stuff like everybody else.

Educational and inspirational...Jillian Michaels passion for her profession is apparent on every page. She quite simply motivates you to become your personal best.


Marina Kushner
Author
The Truth About Caffeine: How Companies That Promote It Deceive Us and What We Can Do about It

I purchased her book and DVD's I recently just started about a week ago and I have already lost 5 pounds. She tells it like it is and that is what I needed someone who has been there where I am now. I totally recommened her products because they work and will continue to work as long as you beleive in yourself

Thanks Jillian

I really liked the book. It teaches you how to read food labels and understand them. It also teaches you what you need to do in order to lose the weight and eat propely. It works with your body style once you figure out what it is suppose to be and how it will work for you personally. Also makes you aware of what you are eating and how it effects you. I enjoyed the book and some things I need to go over more than once to understand but once you do that it becomes easier.

I really have to rave about this book. It is very motivational. It has really helped me jump start me into dieting. I have boughten several weightloss books and I very rarely read those books from cover to cover.. this is one book I did read cover to cover.. Its worth the reading and the weightloss.

I have found the book very helpfull but with regard to the recipes I have had some trouble finding simular ingredients in Australia, apart from that the book is excellent.

Jillian Michaels is a breath of fresh air in the world of fitness. As so many build gyms and develop new machines and distribute more pills, Jillian gets down to the basics that work. No pie in the sky, no gaining muscle while you take a nap claims, she goes to the heart of the matter. If you want to be fit and you want to stay fit, start working and start changing.

I have read many of her outputs and this is one more in a long line of valuable documents with her name on it. I recommend this book and anything else she writes.

If you are the type of person who has a basic understanding of fitness and nutrition but wants to put it all together, this book is for you. Jillian hits the nail on the head with the first 'chapter' of the book. This is one of the first 'diet' books I've read that has really looked at the mind before the body. Very easy to understand this book because it's not rocket science. Jillian points out what we all know...to lose weight you need to burn more calories than you consume. She also tells you how to get the most out of your workout and what amounts of food you should be consuming. Bravo to Jillian for such a straight forward, health conscious book.

It's a great book. Another great book is called "The Truth About Caffeine: How Companies That Promote it Deceive Us and What We Can Do About It. It's made me quit drinking coffee. I can't drink decaf because it raises cholesterol levels. According to the author, some 21 million Americans consume over six cups of coffee every day, and many are not aware of the connection between their caffeine intake, and their irritability, depression, illnesses, irregular heartbeats and a host of other symptoms that are often not associated with the real cause: caffeine. If you drink coffee then get this book. It may save your life! I will be passing this book on to friends!

This book is fantastic! It is divided into 3 categories, Self, Science, and Sweat.

In Self, she teaches you how to build a support groups and revamp your negative self image and filter out those individuals in your life that are harmful to your health.

In Science, she teaches you how to calculate your BMR and AMR so that you can create a weekly caloric regiment specifically gear towards your bodies unique. She also helps you to determine what type of oxiderizer you are (slow, balanced, or fast) so that you can determine the ratio of carbs, proteins, and fats your body needs. Then she gives you a list of foods that are optimal for your body type and weight loss goals.

In Sweat she gives a detailed 12 week fitness workout along with an index of specific workouts and with alterations for various fitness levels.

I bought this book a month ago, and so far, I have lost 8 lbs (2 pounds a week). This book restored my faith in myself and my ability to lose the weight and keep it off.

She also gives tips on how to measure foods with your hands to maintain proper portion control.

THIS BOOK ROCKS!!!!!!!

I highly recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with weight loss. This book teaches you how to create your own diet and how to make smart choices. It also teaches you everything you need to know about diet and nutrition. But I was most impressed with a section called Self which addresses all emotional and psychological aspects of weight loss. This book really helps and motivates you to change your attitude and consequently your life. You can expand your knowledge of healthy lifestyle and proper food combination by adding to the package "Can We Live 150" by M. Tombak. Extensive excerpt from the book and some free ebooks are available at Tombak's website

If you are the type of person who has a basic understanding of fitness and nutrition but wants to put it all together, this book is for you. Jillian hits the nail on the head with the first 'chapter' of the book. This is one of the first 'diet' books I've read that has really looked at the mind before the body. Very easy to understand this book because it's not rocket science. Jillian points out what we all know...to lose weight you need to burn more calories than you consume. She also tells you how to get the most out of your workout and what amounts of food you should be consuming. Bravo to Jillian for such a straight forward, health conscious book. As I'm sitting here writing this review I'm thinking about another book I read called "The Truth About Caffeine: How Companies That Promote it Deceive Us and What We Can Do About It" The author is a reformed coffee drinker, revealed frightening evidence about the dangers associated with coffee. Absolutely amazing book! Check out the website at Caff eineAwareness.org. As for the book, it's pure pleasure reading!!!. I will be passing this book on to friends!.

Winning by Losing" will motivate you to change your lifestyle and lose weight. In one section the author explains the science behind nutrition and proper diet. In another section Jillian Michaels educates the reader about exercising and working out. She explains her unique fitness philosophy with simple descriptions and straightforward illustrations of exercises and how to do them. However, maybe the most important and most motivating part of the book is the section called "Self" where Jilliana addresses the psychological aspects of weight loss. As one of other reviewers rightly pointed out, "she shows the ordinary person how to become extraordinary". It is a great book with a thorough, detailed plan for proper diet plan and exercising.

"Winning by Losing" will motivate you to change your lifestyle and lose weight. In one section the author explains the science behind nutrition and proper diet. In another section Jillian Michaels educates the reader about exercising and working out. She explains her unique fitness philosophy with simple descriptions and straightforward illustrations of exercises and how to do them. However, maybe the most important and most motivating part of the book is the section called "Self" where Jilliana addresses the psychological aspects of weight loss. As one of other reviewers rightly pointed out, "she shows the ordinary person how to become extraordinary". It is a great book with a thorough, detailed plan for proper diet plan and exercising.

I have done it all....susan Powter, Atkins, Pritikin, The Cabbage diet, Opti-fast the list goes on and on and on. I really am (was) lazy...I mean I hate hate HATE exercise. This is honest to God the first book that has made a difference for me.
First, there is a plethora of information that you can use to figure out a diet plan SPECIFICALLY for you and your body type. I know I know, every book tout's this claim, but Jillian delivered it. I sat down one morning with my coffee and mapped a plan in a notebook that made me see how step by step I could actually change my body. There is something about seeing it that way on paper that makes you think...Hmmm I can really do this.
Second, The SWEAT part....Oh how I LOVE LOVE LOVE this part...even thought I DESPISE exercise. I have found that I can tolerate her workouts very well and I am seeing more results than I did even when I was doing The FIRM tapes and my elliptical. I have a signifcant amount of fat on me and I cannot tolerate any jumping around or high intensity workouts. I have a one year old AND a 4 year old. So it is wonderful that I do not have to go to the gym, I just sit right down in my living room and do it. The kids crawl all over me and watch me sweat like a pig, it's great. There is extensive instructions on each and every move she asks you to do.
Ok, my only complaints are.
EATING.....I don't do good at deciding how to eat healthy. I need more menu ideas and maybe if she could tell us how she or even the contestants on the show eat. I would really have loved that information to add to my plan. I feel like she did not go deeply enough into the "What to eat topic"
Exercise.... Because some (only some) of the exercise's she has you do require gym equipment, I would have liked her to include instructions on how to modify the workouts or even the specific moves for home work out folks like me. Also,I have managed to hurt my knee doing another very popular workout that inclued stepping up and down off a 14 inch bench. So I would also like to have heard modifications for the squats and other moves that are painful for my knees.
But ultimately, I really love the book. I am significantly overweight and If I can do this anyone can.

Jillian,

I just want to say...thank you. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! You have given me my life back!

For years I've tried dieting, I've tried exercising, I've tried everything. I was never successful with it. I've always thought there was something missing. I never quite understood what "it" was.

After hitting rock bottom on March 10th, 2006 I weighed my heaviest in my life. I've always watched TBL and have been inspired by you, Bob, and the contestants. I decided right then and there that I needed to change my life once and for all.

I ordered your book "Winning By Losing" and your DVDs. I was really scared that it would just be another in my collection of "lose weight you fatty" books. I was so wrong.

In your book, I finally found "it". I'm very much an "A+B=C" person and to finally have someone break down the Science of weightloss....well...it just did wonders. I finally understand what I need to do. It almost seems too simple, but for years I never understood. I've always understood calories in vs calories out, but I still never quite got it. Thanks to you I know specifically what it is now.

Thank you. I can't believe how easy it seems. You've opened up a brand new world for me and I can now see clearly. The lightbulb finally went on! I know it will be tough, I know I'll have my ups and downs, but for the first time in my life I feel that I'm in control. I can and will do this. I don't see this as a diet. I see it as a lifestyle change (which I've never done with any other program). I know I'll need support from people along the way but I will do this. I promise I will make you proud.

I wanted to get on TBL so that you could beat the heck out of me, and this is my TBL. When I get tired and don't want to continue I can almost hear you say "get up you girl" and it inspires me to go on. Maybe I watch the show too much. Or maybe I just know that your personality is perfect for my needs.

Your DVDs are great, and honestly the big thing that keeps me going back to them (as stupid as this sounds) is you at the end saying "I'll see you tomorrow". So keep up the great work.

This is my first full week on your program, I've lost 7lbs since Monday (today is Thurs) and I have no doubt I can continue this. I want to lose 109 lbs total and become a better man, and be the athlete I once was many years ago.

I know now, thanks to you, I can accomplish this. Sorry for rambling on, but I just thought I would let you know that you have changed a complete stranger's life. If there is anything I can ever do for you please let me know. You've done so much for me...you've given me my life back.

THANK YOU!

If you are a beginner dieter than you need this book. She helps you to understand how much of everything you need and don't need. She also gives some great exercises inside the book. After you've read the book be sure to buy the dvds.

Jillian's book was the most informative book about weight loss that I have ever read. If you are like me you have probably read ever weight loss book on the market, but the thing that makes Jillian's different is that she tells you what about each diet book or program is effective and what isn't. I felt like she really cleared up all the "diet confusion" that I have struggled with in the past and so far I have lost 30lbs with her program in 10 weeks. If you are serious about losing weight Jillian's book is a must have!

I have enjoyed watching Jillian Michaels on the biggest loser which led me to pruchase her book. I am a nutritionist and personal trainer myself and really enjoyed reading this book.
It really gives the reader the basic information that someone needs to get results. She is a great motivator.
I highly recommend this book.

All good sound advice. Jillian just repeats what has already been written and stated for the dieters of the world.

I LOVED this book! How it is written is like Jillian is talking directly to me. It's very conversational. It's an easy read and really hit home to me. She broke things down, kept it simple, but still got into detail. If you've struggled with weight loss, this is a must read!

Jillian offers excellent advice about diet and exercise. There are good photos demonstrating the simple workout moves. This book is useful for people who need a primer to get started and also for more experienced people who need a friendly but firm shove to get going.

Follow Jillian's plan and you'll lose weight! Includes a formula to determine how many calories you can eat and still lose weight.

Watching the show and reading this book helped me to lose a very stubborn 27 pounds. With a "Take No Prisoners" approach Jilliam Micheaels lays it on the line, motivating readers to "tweak" their program, taking it to the next level (or getting couch potatos to get off their rears and into action).

This is an edgy, honest book. It doesn't soft pedal the truth. To lose weight, to be healthy, you have to sweat and work. There isn't a way around that. But there ARE ways to adapt fitness to your SPECIFIC body type and this is what I found to be most helpful about this book.

MOst importantly, Michaels has been there. She was overweight. She was unhappy. SHe was out of shape. This lends a lot of credence to her book.

Jillian Michaels is the "Dr. Phil" of weight loss. Inspirational but tough when it's necessary. It's a no excuses, kick in the butt look at yourself. I highly recommend to all who have come up with a million reasons not to lose weight. It's like Jillian is with you every step of the way.

I have read this book from cover to cover. It is very well written. It has a lot of information and knowledge. The exercise section is very clear and easy to understand. I recommend this book.

Now, first let me say that I am a total skeptic of everything. When I saw "The Biggest Loser", I thought something was wrong. How could anyone lose that kind of weight and still be healthy in such a short amount of time?

I have been in a weight fight for a couple of years now since a very hard time in my life. I tried EVERYTHING and was pretty much unsuccessful. So, in reading the reviews of Jillian's book, I decided to give it a shot. I am so glad I did. Not only could I not put the book down when I started reading (and books like this are usually torture for me to read) but I now have a complete understanding of how food and calories and such work. In my first week on Jillian's plan, I lost 8.5 pounds without even working out, just from changing my diet! One of my best friends was so impressed with my results and everything I was telling her, she asked me to buy her a copy!

Best book out there, and its for people who want to change their lives, not just try another fad diet. And this is not for the faint of heart either. You need to want to change, to want to be healthy. This is the book to do that and more.

Good luck to anyone out there trying to shed pounds and feel and look better!

This is a fantastic book by the gorgeous weight-loss coach Jillian. I think she should have a bonus feature where anyone who loses say 50 lbs. gets to meet her in person. A lot of people would sign up for that program.

I'm someone that already works out 5 to 6 days a week and have read A LOT on the subject of fitness and nutrition. I was honestly skeptical and a little cynical about this book just because Jillian is a "TV Trainer" (snark, snark!), but I was feeling really unmotivated after the holidays and I was trawling Amazon for some new books to get me re-motivated, and hopefully to teach me something new. I read all the great reviews on here, which sparked my interest in the work out she outlined... So I bought it! Okay, let me just say, I LOVE THIS BOOK! If you are starting out, this book is really all you need. Jillian doesn't subscribe to any fitness myths and fads, everything she preaches is time tested and will get you results if you follow it. There are no gimmicks, so you have to follow a healthy diet and do the (hard!) work. I read some earlier criticism that she skimmed over the "Self" portion of the book, which goes over getting past your food and self-esteem issues, but really, this is not her job. Even if you wrote a 1000 page book on the subject, it's not going to be enough to help most people get past their emotional problems. Otherwise everyone would pick up a Dr Phil book on self-esteem and be "cured", right? It's just like with the rest of the book, you read the information given to you and do your own work, no trainer or author can fix your life for you, they can only point you in the right direction and give you some of those tools to help you get there. Anyhow, back to fitness, I really feel that this book reinforced everything I already knew, taught me a few things I didn't (I'm a balanced oxidizer! No more high fat CKD's for me!) and really MOTIVATED me. I'm also really enjoying her workout. It's really challenging and exactly what I needed. I was so bored with my old weight routine, I just didn't know how to go about changing it. 5 Stars from me, all the way!

"Winning by Losing" will motivate you to change your lifestyle and lose weight. In one section the author explains the science behind nutrition and proper diet. In another section Jillian Michaels educates the reader about exercising and working out. She explains her unique fitness philosophy with simple descriptions and straightforward illustrations of exercises and how to do them. However, maybe the most important and most motivating part of the book is the section called "Self" where Jilliana addresses the psychological aspects of weight loss. As one of other reviewers rightly pointed out, "she shows the ordinary person how to become extraordinary". It is a great book with a thorough, detailed plan for proper diet plan and exercising. You can expand your knowledge of healthy lifestyle and proper food combination by adding to the package "Can We Live 150" by M. Tombak. Extensive excerpt from the book and some free ebooks are available at Tombak's website.

I have to admit--I've watched both seasons of The Biggest Loser and Bob has always been my favorite of the two trainers. So, when I saw Jillian's book, I was hesitant at first about whether I wanted to buy it. However, I just finished reading it today and I have to say that I am impressed. She provides a lot of helpful information both on the eating side and on the exercise side. She has tests or formulas to help you--such as the test that tells you whether you are a slow, fast or balanced oxidizer...she explains how to determine your maximum heart rate so you can work out at the correct intensity, etc.

I must say I was quite surprised to see that there is only an hour of cardio (really only 50 minutes once you factor in warm up and cool down) a week in her plan. This surprised me because, watching the show for two seasons, you always see the contestants struggling and sweating on the bike, elliptical or treadmill doing cardio. Granted, Jillian's way of doing weight/resistance training will get you sweating as well!

I thought the book was strong and impressive overall. My only disappointment was in the first third or so of the book. I thought that some subjects such as emotional eating were ridiculously over-simplified and given short shrift. The message I took away from some of these chapters was "OKay, now I've explained in a page and a half why you shouldn't do that, so just get over it now, mmmkay?" I understand that no book is going to be able to cure emotional eating in a chapter, but I would have rather she admitted that she didn't have time or experience to cover it fully and perhaps suggest some additional reading rather than go with the "POOF! You're cured!" approach.

One of her real strengths is to be able to explain some rather complicated concepts about how the body metabolizes food or how the muscles work and make it readily understandable. Her book could have easily veered into the too-scientific, but it didn't. It was like sitting and having someone give you the heart-to-heart talk you know you need but have been scared to hear. Yea, she's tough, but she obviously cares as well.

This is a very good book for all beginners in the exercise/weight loss arena. Jillian dispenses a lot of tips, support and encouragement.

She also provides a test to find out what type of 'oxidizer' (the way you burn nutrients) you are which helps you decide your nutrition plan.

Jillian explains how to calculate the calories needed for each person each day and how to vary your caloric intake to keep your metabolism from slowing.

She explains carbs and the way they break down in your system and provides some insight into the GI (Glycemic Index). Jillian also goes over the good and bad fats and why you need fat in your diet.

She covers label reading and helps the reader learn how to pick out healthier foods by reading their labels. She also provides tips to reduce the calories of foods you eat and receipes you make.

Jillian goes over cardio exercise - when to do it, how often and what types work best. She then discusses circuit weight training and how often and when to participate in these types of exercises.

The last third of the book is the Exercise Index where Jillian covers a wide variety of strength training exercises and provides instructions and photos showing exactly how to perform these exercises. Included in this section is a 12 week program for the reader to follow.

All in all I really liked her book. All beginners or even those that would like to pick up and extra tip or two should give it a read. Jillian covers all the basics and a little more then some weight loss books in that she also covers doing the 'internal work' before beginning a weight loss program.

Between the internal work, the science of weight loss, the sweat part you need to do and going over basic anatomy tips this book has a little bit of everything.

"Winning by Losing" will motivate you to change your lifestyle and lose weight. In one section the author explains the science behind nutrition and proper diet. In another section Jillian Michaels educates the reader about exercising and working out. She explains her unique fitness philosophy with simple descriptions and straightforward illustrations of exercises and how to do them. However, maybe the most important and most motivating part of the book is the section called "Self" where Jilliana addresses the psychological aspects of weight loss. As one of other reviewers rightly pointed out, "she shows the ordinary person how to become extraordinary". It is a great book with a thorough, detailed plan for proper diet plan and exercising. You can expand your knowledge of healthy lifestyle and proper food combination by adding to the package "Can We Live 150" by M. Tombak. Extensive excerpt from the book and some free ebooks are available at Tombak's website.

I was interested in this book because of the high rating until I read the reviews and realized a lot of them have the same writing style with the exception of a few. Also, when I clicked to see their other reviews I noticed that the people doing the reviews have only reviewed this book--so many people reviewing for the first time?? I find that fishy and I wanted to share that with others who may want a book to aid in dieting.