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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. "
    — 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”
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    — 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

    Fitness Resources


    HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUBS

    International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA)
    www.ihrsa.org
    This is the top industry Web site for the club industry. They are a trade association serving the health and fitness club industry. IHRSA’s mission is to grow, protect and promote the health and fitness industry.

    Club Industry
    www.fitnessbusinesspro.com
    A top industry Web site that provides insight into the world of fitness clubs. As the independent voice of the fitness industry, Club Industry’s Fitness Business Pro aims to help all fitness facilities do their business better by bringing news, trends, analysis and ideas to industry leaders.

    IHSRA’s Summary of State Consumer Protection Laws
    http://download.ihrsa.org

    Health Club Services Act
    www.attorneygeneral.gov
    U.S. Attorney General’s Office

     

    NATIONAL FITNESS CERTIFICATIONS

    ACE — American Council on Exercise
    http://www.acefitness.org
    The American Council on Exercise is the largest nonprofit fitness certification and education provider in the world. Widely recognized as “America's Authority on Fitness®,” ACE® continually sets standards and protects the public against unqualified fitness professionals and unsafe or ineffective fitness products, programs and trends.

    ACSM — American College of Sports Medicine
    www.acsm.org
    317-637-9200 ext. 139
    The American College of Sports Medicine promotes and integrates scientific research, education, and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to maintain and enhance physical performance, fitness, health, and quality of life. It provides publications, audiotapes, and videotapes on physical fitness and weight loss to health professionals and the general public.

    AFAA — Aerobic and Fitness Association of America
    www.afaa.com
    As the world’s largest fitness and TeleFitness® educator, AFAA has issued over 200,000 certifications to fitness professionals including group exercise instructors and personal trainers. AFAA offers specialty workshops including Practical Pilates™, Practical Yoga Instructor Training, Indoor Cycling and KickBoxing.

    NSCA — National Strength and Conditioning Association
    www.nsca-lift.org
    NSCA is the worldwide authority on strength and conditioning. They support and disseminate research-based knowledge and its practical application to improve athletic performance and fitness.

     

    FITNESS CLUB REVIEWS AND PERSONAL TRAINERS

    Guide to Certified Training
    www.acefitness.org
    Information about the industry for personal trainer skills.

    Health Club Directory
    www.healthclubdirectory.com
    Find a club in your area. We found the site to be reasonably updated.

    Nationwide Personal Trainer Directory
    www.ustrainersearch.com
    An on-line resource for finding a personal trainer in your area.

     

    ARTICLES AND LINKS

    ABC-of-Fitness
    www.abc-of-fitness.com
    Be fit and healthy with the help of ABC-of-Fitness, your one-stop portal
    of everything you need to know about fitness. Go through our
    fitness articles and news section to learn the basics and other physical fitness essentials.

    American Running Association
    www.americanrunning.org
    Provides information on exercise and nutrition to the public.

    “Growing Stronger — Strength Training for Older Adults”
    Article from the Centers for Disease Control
    Published: March 21, 2006

    “Helping Your Child’s Physical Development”
    From the Child Development Institute

    National Association for Health and Fitness
    www.physicalfitness.org
    A network of state and governor’s councils for fitness and physical activity.

    National Association on Physical Activity and Disability
    www.ncpad.org
    An information center concerned with physical activity and disability.

    Physical Fitness Guides for Kids and Teens
    Links to age-by-age guidelines and recommendations for ages 2-18 from the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

    The President’s Challenge Physical Activity & Fitness Awards Program
    www.presidentschallenge.org
    The mission of the PCPAF is to promote the benefits of fitness everywhere it can, from local communities all the way to the highest levels of government. That involves partnering with organizations across the country — including schools, boys and girls clubs, corporations and more.

    “State Actions to Promote Nutrition, Increase Physical Activity and Prevent Obesity: A Legislative Overview”
    Health and Policy Tracking Service (July 11, 2005)

    “Stay Active and Be Fit — A Guide to Fitness and Activity Fundamentals”
    The President's Challenge Physical Activity & Fitness Awards Program

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