Rachel Cosgrove is a writer who walks the walk. An athlete, writer, and business owner, Rachel knows what it takes for women to be successful. I can guarantee youll enjoy Rachels book.
Mike Boyle, strength coach to numerous professional female athletes
Rachel Cosgrove is one of my top sources for fitness advice. She is, without a doubt, the best in the world at helping women lose fat and get in the best shape of their lives. In fact, theres no one in the fitness industry I trust more.
Adam Campbell, M.S., C.S.C.S., fitness director, Mens Health
I completed the 16-week [program] and my body is so different. I am smaller (and not just a smaller version of my old self!). I cant get over the reactions I get when people say, Boy, you must run a lot or do a lot of cardio. Its truly amazing that I dont. I lift heavy, and look better than ever. I love the fact that my arc trainer collects clothes in my basement and my stairs are getting the action. Thank you so much for writing a book that actually works!
Megan Hoffman, fitness model, Womens Health covermodel, bikini competitor
When it comes to getting real results for real women, I trust Rachel Cosgrove. She is hands down one of the best female trainers in the country, and I wouldnt want anyone else as our fitness columnist at Womens Health. She understands that women today want to look great, but have less time and motivation than ever. Her approach is realistic and motivating, and her book is filled with all the tools to positively push women to results they never thought possible. If you want to change your body (and your life!) for good, read this book.
Jen Ator, fitness editor, Womens Health magazine
If you really need elite training and superior results, you need to go to Results Fitness. It is not only top in cutting-edge functional equipment, but the staff is for real. The ownersRachel and Alwynare among the few in the industry who demand that their trainers go through real education and training before they even begin to teach or work with anyone. Not only are they knowledgeable, but they are also friendly and dedicated to producing results with their clientele. In addition, I can say with confidence that one of the owners, Rachel, is at par with me when it comes to nutrition. So if you want it allperformance, nutrition, knowledge, and supportyou must visit Results Fitness.
Dr. Eric Serrano, M.D. Dr. Serrano earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas and is Board Certified in Family Medicine. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Serrano also serves as a nutritional and medical consultant to elite and professional athletes around the world.
I have had the pleasure of knowing Rachel Cosgrove both as a friend and a colleague for many years now. Most people who know me know that I, #1 dont give too many testimonials, and #2 rarely call someone the real deal. Rachel Cosgrove is the real deal, period. As a conditioning coach training people to meet their fitness goals, as an athlete competing in powerlifting and triathlons, to being one of the most well-respected professionals in this industry who constantly provides continuing education for others in this field, Rachel is pretty much the total package. In an industry dominated by males and more testosterone than one would like, Rachel stands out as a female who will hold her own with any of us in this field.
Robert dos Remedios, M.A., C.S.C.S., S.C.C.C. 2006 NSCA Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year; Director of Speed, Strength and Conditioning, College of the Canyons, California Author of Mens Health Power Training
What sets Rachel Cosgrove apart from other trainers is her ability to combine her expertise with incredible motivational techniques that inspire her clients to achieve their fitness goals. Rachel not only understands the science of getting in shape, but shes able to breakdown psychological barriers that limit so many from reaching their full potential.
Valerie Waters, celebrity trainer and creator of the Valslide
Ladies, listen to Rachel Cosgroves advice. Shes not only an accomplished athlete herself, shes also a renowned trainer. And her advice has helped thousands of women get into the best shape of their lives. Its a simple formula really. Do what Rachel says and watch the results follow.
John Berardi, Ph.D, faculty member, University of Texas, and author of The Metabolism Advantage
This book is dedicated to my niece, Marie Osborn. Her strong spirit, determination, and nothing-will-hold-her-back attitude inspire me every day in everything I do.
Contents
- Youve tried every diet and weight-loss program and have failed to achieve the body you want.
- Youve lost weight in the past, only to gain it right back. You have had (or have come painfully close to having) the body you wanted, but it was only temporary.
- You have a closet full of clothes you cant fit into. But you keep them in hopes that one day you will fit into them again. You call them your skinny clothes.
- You try on at least three different outfits every time you get ready to go somewhere, because you dont like the way you look in any of them. This one shows every bulge and dimple, that one accentuates your muffin top, and you feel like your butt looks huge in all of them. Then you finally settle on something baggy and probably black because its supposed to be slimming and you think it hides everything, but it really just makes you look bigger.
- You hate seeing pictures of yourself and hide when someone takes out a camera. You are consistently the floating head in the back of a group photo.
- You want the lights off when you and your significant other are getting busy.
- You are always tired and never have energy.
- Your sex drive is in the gutter.
- You look with envy at confident women with great bodies who are comfortable in their own skin, but you think you could never look like that.
- Youre self-conscious about your body and dont like to draw attention to yourself.
- You dont work out at a gym because youre intimidated; or if you do, you stick to the cardio machines in the corner because, again, you dont want to draw attention to yourself.
- Maybe you think of yourself as the fat friend among your peers. Thats who you are, and thats who you think youll always be.
If none of these sound like you, then maybe youre already fit and confident. Congratulations! But even you could learn a thing or two from this book, or at least get an extra dose of motivation!
Listen up, ladies! Im your coach, and my goal is to help you to make the breakthrough to become a fit and fabulous female. Im going to talk to you girl to girl, woman to woman, or I guess we should say fit female to fit female! Since its just us girls talking, I want to talk to you a little bit about this journey we are about to embark on together and let you know that throughout this book I will be pushing you outside your comfort zone. I will challenge you to think differently about exercise, nutrition, and your body. I will be very candid, open, and honest, and Ill even share my own story of my journey to fitness. In return, I need you to be honest and up front with me and with yourself. This book and this challenge is a safe place for you to let go of any negative thoughts you have about your body or your ability to create the body you want. I want you to embrace a whole new you. Dont hold back, and neither will I. If youre reading this book right now, you are committing to making a change and following through with the advice within these pages to make the breakthrough to become a fit, confident female.
Ive filled these pages with honest, candid stories of my own journey to finding my own fit female body and those of the spectacular women Ive trained in the gym I co-own with my husband in Southern California. I want these stories to inspire you to write your own story of transformation. All I ask for in return is your commitment to write a new story for yourself by following the plan in this book. Remember to enjoy the metamorphosisthe journey is just as important as the end result.
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