Now or Never: Keep Your Body Young, Fit and Firm with the Weight Training Program That Works Even as You Age

by Joyce L. Vedral

Dr. Joyce Vedral shows how you can reverse the signs of ageing even if you have been out of condition for years, in a 6-hour-a- week workout that can be done in the home or in the gym.

Genres: Fitness

242 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1986

About the author

Joyce L. Vedral, PhD, is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and a trailblazer in women’s fitness. She also holds a PhD in English literature from New York University. With over a million copies of her books and DVDs sold worldwide, she has inspired generations to take charge of their health through strength training and self-belief. Known for her no-nonsense style and warm encouragement, Joyce became a trusted voice not only in fitness, but in personal transformation.
Now, Joyce brings that same passion and conviction to her deepest calling yet: helping people build a direct, personal relationship with God. Unapologetic in her faith and bold in her message, she believes that anyone—no matter where they are in life—can talk to God and get answers. Her mission is simple: to show people they are never alone and that divine guidance is always within reach.
Joyce lives in Florida, still trains every day, talks to God all day, and doesn’t plan on slowing down until He says so.

Reviews

[𓂀 ✦ 𓋹 kandake 𓋹 ✦ 𓂀 of Mars X · Rating 4 out of 5]

the exercise program is cool but includes a few awkward moves I'm definitely finding substitutes for if i attempt to use this guide.

the book is like a history lesson on housewives from the 1980's which makes it a nostalgic, fun read for me. here's a passage from the testimonials:

"I asked Ellen what the best part of working out is, and this is her reply: “Although I love the physical results, I have to say that for me the very best part is the effect it has on my mind. It helps me to see that no matter what things look like on the surface, one shouldn’t look just at the circumstances. If you believe, you’re going to be able to get through anything."

there are format errors, but other than that it's just a jazzed up 80s classic weight training program by a credited workout enthusiast. the overall message is pure and motivating but i did get bored in parts.

[Mallory · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bit repetitive. Moves for gym and home not that dissimilar. That works well for those who transfer back and forth. Moves are similar to those found in her Definition book. Similar weight system. This is the pyramid as well you just don't go back down. This one she doesn't split arms and legs into two distinct days instead breaking down a 4 day lifting schedule by muscle groupings with abs and buttocks getting 3 days on.

[Kate Pakhomov · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book for any woman (and man actually but they're not the target here) starting out in resistance training. It teaches all the foundations and concepts needed to set you on the way in this sport.
No hype, no fads, no short-cuts. Covers all the foundations using simple old-school approach to training.

The exercise program is a split routine for the whole body based on linear progression and pyramid training. It is well balanced giving you four different exercises per muscle group.

There are easy to follow instructions for each exercise with photographs. I had it on my smartphone for quick reference as I was exercising until I learnt all the exercises.

For a beginner it's so important to understand the basics and this book gives you just that.
Not only that but the book is inspirational. It builds a convincing argument for why weight training is key to transforming your body at any age, at any shape. It includes stories of women who achieved their goals through this training.


When you make it past the first year you will want to move on and find other programs.
But I found this book gave me the foundations to then move confidently into more serious strength training and powerlifting programs.

[Libbeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was very fit when I followed this book - oh if only I had kept it up!