I hate running, and I think I still do, but this book is perfect for people like me. There is a daily plan that tells you exactly what to do on each workout day for 13 weeks. I looked at many other books, but couldn't find any like this; I never did any running exercises in jr high or high school, so I couldn't rely on past knowledge. There are also 13-week plans for walking and hard-core running.

After the first session, I felt like this was totally do-able. It starts of slow, building up muscle and bone strength, then increases so you will be able to run for 60 minutes without stopping.

It also includes detailed stretching, cross-training and strength-training exercises (with illustrations!).

This book is realistic in helping you achieve goals, recognizing that people don't become runners overnight, and that being fit is a lifestyle, not an activity (that's why there's a chapter on nutrition as well).

So good!