Weight Watchers combines the extraordinary, fat-burning power of a weight-training routine with Weight Watchers 1*2*3* Success weight-loss plan, the phenomenal program that has helped millions of people lose weight.

Whether you're fighting a few extra pounds, struggling with post-pregnancy weight gain or battling a lifelong problem, this book has everything you need. The core of this book revolves around the scientific fact that muscle is a metabolically-active tissue, meaning it uses calories even when you're inactive. Weight Watchers provides you with the insight and information you need to increase your muscle mass so you're able to burn more calories--and possibly lose weight--even while you're at rest.

Weight Watchers The Fit Factor includes:

• The latest facts and news on the role of exercise in weight loss
• Safe, simple stretches
• A thorough exercise routine designed to help you lose the fat and increase muscle
• Illustrated exercises for building strength and toning
• An easy, satisfying 2-week eating plan, plus information on the nutritional needs of women in their 40s

There are drawings showing one exercise each for each body part. They are all fine but you definitely would need more exercises if you want to see any real benefit. There are some good drawings of stretches for each part of the body. The book does a credible job explaining the benefits of both weight bearing exercises and cardio exercises along with suggestions for a fitness test. There are also some meal plans in the back but beware they all use the Weight Watcher's point system.

My overall feeling is that if you are a novice to the exercise world then this is a good book to start with. It's well rounded, full of factual info and has just enough to get you interested. If you have been into reading fitness books, already started an exercise program this very basic info won't help you, it'll bore you as it only covers the starting fundamentals.


Great motivator   March 29, 2002
 11 out of 11 found this review helpful

As someone whose weight has gone up and down since I was 12 and being an on again off again member of Weight Watchers for the past 3 years, I found this book to be very motivational. It provides great information about what a big role exercise plays in dropping pounds and staying healthy, as well as providing great recipe ideas and menu plans that follow the Weight Watchers points plan. I have read this book about 2-3 times and I find it extremely helpful anytime I need that extra push in the right direction.


Nice supplement to Weight Watchers food plan   June 9, 2001
 6 out of 6 found this review helpful

To lose weight successfully, experts often suggest a combination of a good food plan, exercise and motivational techniques and suggestions. This book is an excellent basic guidebook for those new to exercise. While there are more detailed books out there, this one provides clear directions and pictures to help anyone get fitter and healthier. Combine this with a balanced eating program and you'll lose weight more quickly. Just remember- no book will keep the fork from your mouth or put your feet in those walking or running shoes. But if you're truly motivated, this will give you the guidance you need to accomplish your goals.