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The First 20 Minutes: Surprising Science Reveals How We Can Exercise Better, Train Smarter, Live Longe r reprint Edition
Author(s): Gretchen Reynolds (Author)
- Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
- Publication Date: 30 April 2013
- Edition: reprint
- Language: English
- Print length: 288 pages
- ISBN-10: 0142196754
- ISBN-13: 9780142196755
Book Description
Every week, Gretchen Reynolds single-handedly influences how millions of Americans work out. In her popular New York Times column, she debunks myths, spurs conversation, and stirs controversy by questioning widely held beliefs about exercise.
Here, Reynolds consults experts in a range of fields to share paradigm-shifting findings that were previously only available in academic and medical journals, including:
· 20 minutes of cardio is all you need (and sometimes six minutes is enough)
· Stretching before a workout is counterproductive
· Chocolate milk is better than Gatorade for recovery
Whether you’re running ultramarathons or just want to climb the stairs without losing your breath, The First 20 Minutes will show you how to be healthy today and perform better tomorrow.
Editorial Reviews
Review
"There has never been a better time in history to grow stronger, faster and smarter; there has never been a more helpful book than Gretchen Reynolds's
The First 20 Minutes. Smart, clear, and beautifully useful, this is the new fitness bible for the modern age."—Dan Coyle, author of The Talent Code"
The First 20 Minutes is packed with interesting tips and insights. Pickle juice for cramps, who would have ever thought! Gretchen Reynolds once again delivers a winner."—Dean Karnazes, New York Times bestselling author of UltraMarathon Man "An informative and entertaining review of current science about exercise and fitness, with good, commonsense recommendations that cut through confusing, often conflicting research on the subject... Armed with the information in this book, readers will be inspired and motivated to reassess their habitual exercise programs and make positive changes."—Publishers Weekly
