Finally the Truth is Revealed! Don’t spend another penny on diets, weight-loss or health and fitness products until you read this ground breaking book. It will literally save you thousands of dollars and hours of wasted time and it will change the way you think about your health and your life.
Craig has helped an incredible number of people around the world get started on a path to living better. This insightful book provides valuable information essential for anyone interested in improving their health.
— Cindy Crawford, Model
Craig’s message is a testament to taking responsibility for your health and well-being.
— Kitty Gurkin Rosati, author of “The Rice Diet Solution”
A compelling and eye-opening look at America’s fitness and diet industries from a veteran insider.
— Henry S. Lodge, M.D., author of “Younger Next Year
Craig Pepin-Donat busts myths and offers real solutions that can improve your health. If you want to lead a fit, healthy and happy life, read this book!
— Hyla Cass M.D., author of “Natural Highs”
The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie pulls no punches and gives readers the tools required to take charge of their health and their life.
— David Rippe, Author of “The Flip: Turn Your World Around”
Craig’s efforts within the health and fitness industry have had a positive impact on a tremendous number of people worldwide. The information he provides in this book is a boon to anyone who chooses to benefit from his many years of experience.
— Tom Hopkins, author of “How to Master the Art of Selling”
Mr. Pepin-Donat’s book is a vital, honest and direct approach necessary to make informed choices to improve your health. His message translates globally.
— Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli, Surgeon and founder of First European Center for Spine Arthroplasty, Straubing Germany
If you exercise, if you want to lose weight, if you want to remain healthy, if you want to protect your pocketbook from health scams, you cannot afford to be without The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie.
— Randall Fitzgerald, Author of “The Hundred Year Lie; How Food and Medicine Are Destroying Your Health ”
The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie focuses on the need to seek the truth concerning what has become a huge industry. Mr. Pepin-Donat correctly advocates for early unbiased education about these issues as a solution to our health care crisis.
— Antonia Demas, Ph.D, Author of “Food Is Elementary: A Hands-on Curriculum for Young Students”
Craig’s emotion and passion for teaching people about the benefits of health and fitness and how to effect a positive change in the lives of others translates in all cultures and languages.
— Irina Kragh-Thimgren, President, Planet Fitness Russia
The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie is packed full of information that will help people. It's like a Google for everything you need to know related to health and fitness in one book.
— Mark Mastrov, Founder and Chairman 24 Hour Fitness
Within the worldwide health club industry Craig Pepin-Donat is recognized as an extraordinary talent. Wherever he has served, Pepin-Donat has been regarded as a leader of exceptional gifts, both personal and
professional.
— John McCarthy, Former Executive Director; IHRSA, International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association
The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie is a real affirmation of the many myths hidden within the health and fitness industry. In my 20 years as a fitness professional I have never heard anyone that tells it as straight as Craig Pepin-Donat does in his book. It's about time someone sorted out this crazy industry.
— Melanie Cole M.S., Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, and radio show host of "Talk Radio For Every..Body" on HealthRadio.net
Discover the Truth About Health and Fitness That Will Change Your Life!
If you're confused about all the diets, pills, gurus and gadgets that claim to have the "solution" to weight-loss and improving your health, you're not alone. If you're tired of spending money on health and fitness products that don't work or you're fed up with all the misinformation about health and fitness, there is a solution.
We provide you with the insider information and secrets from the top health, fitness, and nutrition experts in the world with our Expert's Panel Podcast. We break through the media clutter with current health and fitness news, resources, articles and links to help you make informed decisions. We also provide Best and Worst product reviews along with Fit Advocate Approvedrecommendations that actually work.
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Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert, Former Industry Insider and Author of The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie
Improve your health and enhance your life with insider information and secrets from some of the top health, fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle experts in the world. Listen to this life changing information now or download it for later.
Kim Lyons, Red Team trainer on NBC’s Biggest Loser and co-author of Kim Lyons’ Your Body, Your Life – 18:59
Are you ready to get fit once and for all? Your Body, Your Life breaks down all the aspects of fitness and weight loss in an uncomplicated and understandable way. Kim’s all-in-one program gets you exercising, losing weight, eating correctly, and shaping up. She uses unique and realistic approaches to help you develop healthy eating habits, gives you tips on staying motivated, and the knowledge you need to help maintain a lifetime of fitness and health.
Rae Pica, Children’s Physical Activity Expert and author of 17 related books including A Running Start: How Play, Physical Activity, & Free Time Create a Successful Child
- 19:24
Why is childhood obesity skyrocketing? Why isn’t there more focus on physical activity in our schools? Children need to move! Not just for the sake of their physical selves, but also for social, emotional and cognitive development. Movement benefits the whole child. If you want to learn about how to keep your kids fit, healthy and happy and keep them from getting fat and being afflicted with preventable disease, listen to one of the top opinion leaders on the subject of childhood development.
Neal Spruce, Chairman of the prestigious National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and founder of Apex Fitness Group - 11:39
How would you like to know how many calories you burn, BY THE MINUTE! You can with the Bodybugg, featured on The Biggest Loser. Listen to the creator of the Bodybugg, Neal Spruce talk about why he developed it and how it works. It could change the way you think about food intake and weight-loss.
Did you know that the over consumption of sugar and refined carbohydrates can cause a variety of life threatening and debilitating diseases? You might just be an addict and not even know it. "Sugar Sleuth" and former sugar addict, Connie Bennett is a holistic health counselor and author of SUGAR SHOCK! In this interview, Connie will reveal the truth about the dangers of sugar and refined carbohydrates and share some secret tips for how you can kick the sugar habit for good.
Brad LaTour, Inventor and Founder of JumpSnap -14:45
Did you know that jumping rope burns more calories and fat than just about any other form of cardio exercise? The only problem is that most people can’t sustain the exercise because they’re always tripping over the rope. Not anymore. Find out about how you can benefit from this incredible exercise WITHOUT THE ROPE!
Neal Spruce, Chairman of the prestigious National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and founder of Apex Fitness Group - 17:43
Does taking vitamins actually work? Do you want to hear the truth about vitamin C, antioxidants and many other supplements you are spending your hard earned cash on? Would you like to know if there a difference between buying vitamins from the drug store or discount stores versus other outlets? Find out this and more from one of the top dietary supplement authorities in the industry.
Dr. Hyla Cass, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLASchool of Medicine and author of "Natural Highs" - 23:09
WANNA GET HIGH? It's not what you think. It's better! Learn how to increase your energy, reduce stress and live a healthier, more vibrant life without the use of substances that wreak havoc on your body's natural chemical balance. Discover substances that can give you a natural buzz of energy and a calming piece of mind from Dr. Hyla Cass who is one of the country's foremost speakers on the subject of integrative medicine.
Charles Damiano, 26 year Fitness and Nutrition expert and 2504 Body for Life Grand Master Champion - 19:49
How would you like to find out the simple secrets about how to jump start your fitness program and refine your eating habits to attain real results that last from one of the top fitness experts in the world? If so, listen in on this interview with the best kept secret in the fitness industry, Charles Damiano, and find out how he transformed his body and life.
You Stink! Not if you take this natural product designed to eliminate body odor. Can bad breath, foot and underarm odor be a thing of the past? This interview might just change the way you think about personal hygiene.
Derek Gallup, Vice President of Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide - 29:26
Have you ever thought about joining a fitness center or hiring a personal trainer? Would you like to hear the insider secrets from someone who manages more personal trainers than anyone on the planet? Derek Gallup is in charge of thousands of nationally certified personal trainers who impact the lives of millions of people for the largest chain of fitness clubs in the world. 24 Hour Fitness operates over 400 locations in the U.S. and Asia.
Life Change Expert and Healthy Living Coach, Laura Lewis interviews Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat - 12:39
Have you ever thought about buying a piece of home equipment? Laura Lewis of ThatsFit.com interviews international fitness expert and author of The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie, Craig Pepin-Donat on the top 3 best and worst home equipment products.
Laura Lewis, Life Change Expert and Author of "52 Ways To a Healthy You" - 15:06
Have you heard about the "health benefits" of drinking alcohol? Is it real or just another reason to pound back a few drinks? Learn the truth about the health benefits and risks related to alcohol consumption. You might be surprised by what you learn.
Lela Bryan, Founder and Chief Learning Officer of Nicotine Solutions - 21:45
Deadly Addiction! Are you or someone you love addicted to the deadly chemicals in nicotine? Would you like to finally take charge of your health and your life or save the life of a loved one? If so, don't miss this opportunity to hear about a program that touts a lofty 90% success rate.
Erika-Marie Geiss, Editor and Founder of WAHMMagazine - 18:29
Can a new on-line magazine help you juggle the typical challenges of daily life? If you're a stay at home parent our just a parent who is frustrated or confused about how to excel at work, make ends meet at home, maintain a healthy and happy relationship and keep up with the demands of the kids, don't miss this interview.
Health and Fitness Expert Articles
The Power of Boredom
by Rae Pica
“But, Mo-o-m, there’s nothing to do!” Naturally, if free time is something to which she’s unaccustomed, you will at first hear numerous complaints of boredom (likely in a whining tone). Ignore them! And don’t succumb to the temptation to let electronics entertain her. Boredom is something today’s children are rarely allowed to experience – because someone is always seeing to it that they don’t have a chance!
Are you bored of your workout routine? Here are some ideas for you. Get Fresh Air - Yes, make a trip to the outdoors. If you are like most people, you are in doors all day long and bored with the daily repetition. Take your lunges outside try jogging, biking or walking. If you are a regular hitter of the pavement, find new routes or parks.
Mother Nature’s Total Immune Boosting Breakthroughs
By Shane "The People's Chemist" Ellison
As a drug chemist, I used to fear going to work. I risked numerous health hazards – like being exposed to a cancer causing reagent and even losing my wedding ring to a chemical drain. Cancer is bad, but having your wife feel like you are being careless about your marriage is worse. Unknown to her, I was washing off DNA twisting molecules that burned my skin and eyes while they vacuumed the air from my lungs. My ring fell off somewhere between stripping off my clothes, pulling the lab’s evacuation button, and yanking the emergency shower cord. I naively assumed that these were necessary risks for making so-called life saving drugs. I was wrong.
By Debi Silber, MS, RD, WHC - Certified Personal Trainer known as "The Mojo Coach" because she inspires and empowers overweight, overwhelmed and unfit moms to get their mojo back
If you think weight loss involves just changing your diet and exercise habits, read on. You see, while healthier food choices and fitness certainly contribute to changing the way your body looks and feels, chronic, unmanaged stress plays a huge role in our weight loss efforts.
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
The top reason that people give for not exercising regularly is not having enough time. For some reason, we can't find time to exercise for 30 minutes, but the average home in the U.S. has a TV blaring for over seven hours, and the average American is glued to it for over four hours per day. We are drawn to watch TV because it is a quick and convenient escape. After a stressful day at work, one click of the remote can immediately change our state of mind.
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
Every year more than 70 million people resolve to lose weight by going on a diet, which feeds the big, fat $58 billion diet and weight-loss industry. After all the money is wasted, the cold, harsh reality is that fewer than 5 percent of dieters will realize long-term results. The other 95 percent will regain all the weight they lost, and then some. How can an industry survive with such a low success rate? How can it be legal to market and sell something that has a proven track record for failure? Now consumers have a brand new diet deception being marketed to them backed with over $150 million in marketing to spin the weight-loss lie.
Six Principles for Improved Health and Lasting Weight Loss
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
How many times have you proclaimed, "I need to go on a diet"? How many of those diets resulted in long-term success? Not many. Millions of people are looking for the answer to improved health and fitness, and spend billions of dollars every year on diets and weight loss. Diets continually fail to deliver results because no matter how compelling the underlying principles for any diet may seem, no one can stay on a diet forever. Eventually, you will drop the diet and go back to your normal eating habits. Typically, you not only gain back the weight you lost, but statistics show that you will also gain additional weight.
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
With all the options available to help you improve the way you look and feel, purchasing a piece of home equipment is a viable solution for those who are disciplined enough to use it consistently. Unfortunately, most home exercise equipment is left to collect dust because people buy the wrong equipment that won't help them achieve their fitness goals. Slick marketing campaigns and infomercials that use deceptive claims have tricked people into thinking that they can achieve fast results with little effort.
How to Avoid Getting Fat During the Holiday Season
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
The holiday season is among the experiences in life that almost guarantee to increase calorie consumption and lead you down the pound-packing path. If your goal is to avoid gaining weight needlessly, it is important to be aware of situations where you are more than likely to over indulge and stray from your normal eating habits. These events include vacations, travel, parties, relationship breakups, a job change, colds, moving or just about any situation that takes you out of your normal daily routine or involves stress.
By The Fit Advocate, Craig Pepin-Donat, International Fitness Expert and Author of "The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie"
If history has taught us anything, it is that when a business concept exhibits the potential for growth, companies and industries spread like a virus to expand and exploit the opportunity. From the meager beginnings of muscle-bound body builders, steel barbells, medicine balls and once-a-day vitamins, the health and fitness industry has transformed into a multi-billion dollar juggernaut. Health and fitness professionals have evolved from spandex and headbands to being highly trained sales and marketing snipers and your cash is their target.
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Craig has helped an incredible number of people around the world get started on a path to living better. This insightful book provides valuable information essential for anyone interested in improving their health. 
