Deadline Fitness - by Gina Lombardi (Hardcover)

About the Book

From a top celebrity fitness trainer comes deadline-focused weight-loss and fitness secrets to shape up for special occasions Readers can find the perfect program to meet their weight-loss and fitness goals.

Book Synopsis

From top celebrity fitness trainer Gina Lombardi--deadline-focused weight-loss and fitness secrets to shape up for special occasions

Whether it's a wedding in two months or the Academy Awards 30 days away, many people feel stressed out about getting fit and looking their best for a big occasion. In Deadline Fitness, readers can find the perfect program to meet their weight-loss and fitness goals. With five individualized plans for different time frames, the book combines proven, easy-to-follow exercise and eating plans with dramatic, inspiring stories about the special life events that spur us to tone up and look great.

From the Back Cover

Advance praise for "Deadline Fitness"

""Deadline Fitness" is simply one of the best and smartest workout books on the market. It's obvious why Hollywood stars turn to Gina when they need to get in shape fast!"
--Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS board certified nutritionist and bestselling author of "The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth"

"Gina is an internationally recognized author who uniquely blends art with science. "Deadline Fitness" offers practical ways for the reader to successfully reach his or her individual fitness goals. I enjoy how the book leads the reader through different phases and timelines for a variety of personal fitness objectives and then brings it home to permanent lifestyle changes. Gina applies exercise science for the individual in an effective way, better than anyone I know!"
--Jay Shiner, CSCS, Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Baltimore Orioles

"Gina Lombardi's extensive and thought-out approach to making weight loss healthy is a slam dunk."
--David Evangelista, TV personality and beauty/fashion contributor

"If you have an upcoming event that requires you to improve your fitness and health and look your best, then this is the book for you. It is written simply, and you will have no trouble understanding the concepts and successfully reaching your goals. This book addresses all aspects of health, including workouts, diet plans, and ways to manage stress. Gina's comprehensive plan will allow you to meet your fitness deadline in the most healthy and enjoyable way possible."
--Jaynie Bjornaraa, PhD, MPH, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS

"Fitness dynamo Gina Lombardi hits a home run with her sensational new book "Deadline Fitness," featuring individualized programs that will help you lose weight and feel better fast!"
--Jose Antonio, PhD, CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition

"Gina Lombardi's "Deadline Fitness" is dead on. With obesity reaching epidemic proportions and families struggling with finding the time to maintain a healthy lifestyle, Deadline Fitness provides real-life stories with real-life solutions. Gina's plan breaks down chapters into timelines with realistic goals, solution-driven information, and a healthy dose of motivation. Whether you want to look or feel better, Deadline Fitness will set you up for long-term success."
--Carole Tomko, Executive Vice President Discovery Channel USA

About the Author

Gina Lombardi is one of Hollywood's most sought-after personal trainers and fitness coaches. She hosts FitNation on The Discovery Channel's FitTV and is a regular contributor to "The Fit List Workout" on MSNBC.com. Her work has been featured in various print publications. She is certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Linda Villarosa is the author of "Body and Soul: The Black Woman's Guide to Physical Health and Emotional Well-Being."