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The information in this book is meant to supplement, not replace, proper exercise training. All forms of exercise pose some inherent risks. The editors and publisher advise readers to take full responsibility for their safety and know their limits. Before practicing the exercises in this book, be sure that your equipment is well-maintained, and do not take risks beyond your level of experience, aptitude, training, and fitness. The exercise and dietary programs in this book are not intended as a substitute for any exercise routine or dietary regimen that may have been prescribed by your doctor. As with all exercise and dietary programs, you should get your doctor's approval before beginning.
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First published as direct online edition/November 2009.
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Book design by George Karabotsos
with John Seeger Gilman
Cover design by Joe Heroun
eBook produced by Courtney Eltringham
Photo editor: Mark Haddad
All photography by Beth Bischoff
Cover hairstylist: Tomo Nakajima at Vivian Artists
Cover makeup artist: Lynn LaMorte at Vivian Artists
Interior hairstylist: Giovanni Giuntoli using Mac and Redken @ WT Management
Interior makeup artist: Lynn LaMorte at Vivian Artists
Styling: Thea Palad, Gail Ann Markowitz
Footwear and apparel provided by Adidas, Asics, Avia, Beyond Yoga, Brooks, Champion, Danskin, Jockey, Lululemon Athletica, New Balance, Ryka, Splits59, and Under Armour
Anatomy illustrations by bartleby.com, except Gluteus Maximus illustration by Kurt Walters
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is on file with the publisher.
ISBN-13 978–1–60529–549–7 paperback
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