The Equation: A 5-Step Program for Lifelong Fitness - Tapa blanda

Dan Isaacson was the first personal trainer in Hollywood and has worked with Meg Ryan, Demi Moore, Richard Gere, Tyra Banks, Jack Nicholson, Robin Williams, Wesley Snipes, Alec Baldwin, Kirstie Alley, Michael Keaton, Lawrence Fishburne, Andy Garcia, Benecio Del Torro, Ethan Hawke, Freddie Prinze Jr., Sean Astin, Ryan Phillipe, Jon Voight, Rick Dees, Jamie Lee Curtis, Leslie Ann Warren, Linda Evans, Linda Grey, Melissa Gilbert, Victoria Principal, and supermodel Vendela among many others. He co-authored John Travolta's workout book, Staying Fit, co-hosted Jane Fonda's work-out videos, appeared on Oprah and was previously "Good Morning America's first health and fitness expert.

Dr. Greg Payne is a pre-eminent expert on health and fitness. He is a professor in the Department of Human Performance at San Jose State University and is the physical science expert for the book. In 2000, Payne was invited to become a member of the prestigious Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education-one of his many honors.

Mark Laska is an entertainment publicist and health book author. His books include Pilates Powerhouse, Body-Fat Breakthrough, and Hot Point Fitness.

A long-lasting, successful lifestyle change comes only through gradual adjustments that maximize your comfort level. Now, in The Equation, trainer-to-the-stars Dan Isaacson reveals the formula for his phased-in program of minimum effort that adds up to maximum weight loss. His step-by-step, 5 week program will melt away the pounds and change your life forever:

STEP ONE: Water-Drinking Your Fat Away
One simple dietary adjustment provides the basis for a new program.

STEP TWO: Eating-It's About Time
Learn how to regulate when you eat to avoid the "diet" feeling.

STEP THREE: Perfect Portions-Size Does Matter
Eat smaller amounts more frequently and supercharge your body's fat burning abilities.

STEP FOUR: Caloric Consumption-Calories In
Follow the 10% rule and eliminate that feeling of being deprived.

STEP FIVE: Accelerating Fat Loss-Calories Out
Learn how to fine-tune The Equation to balance your personal program.

"He gives you the knowledge, the desire, and the courage to approach life and health in a totally different way. -Johnny Depp

"There are certain things that Dan taught me that I incorporate into my own workout schedule to this day." -Marilu Henner