Book Review: The Great Fitness Experiment By Charlotte Hilton Anderson

Recently I've had the privilege of collaborating for Shape Magazine's website with fitness writer and fellow FitFluential Ambassador Charlotte Hilton Andersen. Charlotte is a very experienced fitness writer who has written for the Huffington Post, Shape Magazine, iVillage, and of course the blog and book "The Great Fitness Experiment". As soon as I saw she had written and published her own book, similar to what I had done with "The Frugal Diet", I knew I had to check it out and order it immediately! (on Amazon.com, cause that's how I roll! Amazon advocate since 2005 right here!) I'd heard very good things but I decided I needed to check it out for myself and put it to the Frugal Fitness test!

So the premise of the book is that Charlotte, fitness enthusiast and workout guru, tries out a dozen of the most popular different workout programs out there (except the Frugal Workout, which everyone knows is the best by far hehehe) and details what each program entails, the benefits, and the negatives. It was very educational even for me who has been in the fitness industry for awhile. I thought I knew all of the popular and mainstream workout programs out there and all of their components.... I was wrong. I learned more about CrossFit, the Tracey Anderson Method, Celebrity Workout, Jillian Michaels, Karate, The Action Hero Workout, Primal Blueprint, and more! All throughout the book there is also no shortage of personal essays, humorous observations, battles against adversity faced with family life and proper nutrition, and cheapskate references which I of course LOVED!

Author Charlotte Hilton Andersen

Overall, besides being very educational on fitness programs and the fitness industry as a whole, it was very entertaining and included a lot of very personal and sincere tales of adversity in a very image-conscious and high pressure world. It is very difficult to get and stay fit, and keep up with the world's Photoshopped expectations for physical perfection, especially for women. Charlotte details her difficulty with eating and exercising properly, and the major issues of bulimia and anorexia in all of its forms. I really appreciated her self-deprecating tone and perspective and the "I'm not perfect" attitude because there are far too many authors and writers out there with egos the size of Texas and the opinion that they are always right. Charlotte whole-heartedly admits that she does not have all the answers and hasn't been perfect in her quest for mastering every fitness program (just like I don't have all the answers and haven't mastered all things fitness), but her journey can help a great number of individuals to live happier and healthier lives! A great book overall,  I would suggest you check it out for yourself!

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Fitness Blogging & Life: Be True To Yourself

Contributed by Samantha Zeigler, Author of the blog Running and Cupcakes

Frugal Fitness Note: I like honest posts from the heart, and people being real, so I thought this was a great one from the Official Frugal Fitness Distance Running Advisor Samantha Zeigler. Enjoy!

I feel like I’ve been all over the place with my writing lately. For a few weeks I was writing all my posts on the weekend, so I would have my nights to study or pay bills or do whatever life threw my way.

One of my very good friends, Jen, said something that really resonated with me on Saturday night:

“I like reading your blog because it’s real. You write like you talk. And you don't pitch a bunch of network marketing garbage.”

Lately, I haven’t been feeling that way. These pre-thought, pre-written posts, aren’t me. I’m a seat of the pants writer, so in the past couple of weeks I got back to writing at the end of the day.

Anyway enough rambling…

What I’m getting at is this:

You may see less posts from me than you are used to.

But these posts will have more quality.

They won’t feel “canned” or “forced” because I’ll write when I have something to write about.

If my day was boring – as in, I went to work, I ate my typical food, I came home, I ran, I went to bed. I’m not going to share it with you.

*side note to peeps who write “daily” blog posts about their lives – great for you! I’m not saying you’re boring, that would just make me boring because it’s not my style.*

But if I tried funky new food, or ran a super duper run, or had some sort of workout epiphany – be prepared for me to go on and on like you’re used to me doing. (Have I mentioned I am ALREADY seeing some fab bicep and shoulder definition after just 2 weeks?)

Am I even making any sense right now? Probably not so please bare (bear?) with me…

The other thing too is my priorities. I have a priority list of 5 very important things in my life.

Blogging is #4.

NUMBER 4

As much as I love blogging – it is not more important than:

1) NASM Certification (I have to take the test by May 28th)

2) Finding a new job. (I will get more into this – yes, I’m still gainfully employed. But the paycheck is about the only gain.)

3) Marathon training / getting into “personal trainer shape”

So you see, I love you, my readers. I love my blog. I love providing blogger outreach services. But I have to prioritize. And lets not forget sleep. In bed by 10, almost every night. I read for 30 minutes, then sleep for 7 hours. It keeps me sane, and not cranky.

So if my life takes a “boring day” or I REALLY need to study, blogging takes a back seat.

I hope you all understand and will still check in with me when I do write. (It will still most likely be 4+ times a week – I can’t stay away for more than that!)

XOXOXOXO Thanks for listening my loyal awesome readers.

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"What is Frugal Fitness and what could it possibly bring to the table to help improve sales, traffic, legitimacy, and exposure for our magazine??"

Those questions are all about to be answered, with authority! I'm much more than your average personal trainer and fitness writer. We'll start with the boring stuff. I have a degree in exercise physiology, I've been a Certified Personal Trainer for over 8 years, and have had a dozen other nationally recognized certifications in strength and conditioning, performance nutrition, medicine ball training, kettlebells, and more. I've trained thousands of clients of all ages, fitness levels, conditions, and goals with numerous success stories. I've ran a 5 minute mile, bench pressed over 300 lbs, done 30 pullups in a row, ran 5 and 10k's, and competed in natural bodybuilding and powerlifting. I've even done a little fitness modeling!


But now for the more interesting stuff. I also happen to be the cheapest fitness guru in the entire world! It's a tough economy out there, and I've made it my life's mission to get as many people in the best shape of their lives at the lowest possible cost! I wrote  and self-published The Frugal Diet and The Frugal Workout, and started Frugal Fitness for all things healthy and affordable! I'm also the brains and brawn behind Frugal Fitness TV to help demonstrate healthy cooking and workouts that can get people results on any budget!! Frugal Fitness is spreading rapidly around the world with millions of viewers, readers, and clients including doctors and media moguls! Frugal Fitness has been featured in hundreds of magazines, websites, and radio broadcasts with excellent reviews all around!


So what the hell does that mean to you and your fitness magazine's success? Guess what? Your readers like to see the coolest new fitness equipment and products from time to time, but also love seeing how to save money on their health and fitness regimen! I'm a perfect go-to guy for home workouts, travel workouts, unorthodox workouts, comprehensive workouts with 1 piece of equipment, working out with household items, eating on a budget, and saving money on any other aspect of fitness! I'm also more than just a cheapskate meat-head. I've got the best educational credentials of any fitness expert and support from the medical community. I talk the talk and walk the walk

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This also isn't my first rodeo in fitness writing or product promotion. I've been writing  for 15 years, writing about fitness for a decade, and promoting fitness products and services for 8 years! I've sold thousands of items, reached millions of people, and built up brands from scratch or near oblivion. I can bring some much needed publicity, credibility, and buzz to your magazine publication with innovation and creativity. Check out my material and track record of success and I guarantee you'll be impressed!

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My Feature in STUFF Magazine Bodies of Boston 2012!

Hey Frugal Fitness fans! Just wanted to let you know that I'm in Boston's STUFF Magazine "Bodies by Boston" Issue for 2012! Gotta rep that Frugal Lifestyle and spread the word to the masses! If you are in Boston or the surrounding suburbs, you can grab a FREE magazine at many major public dispensers, or if you live elsewhere you can check out the online article link below! The magazine should be out for the next 3 weeks so grab one if you can! Thanks so much to Stuff Magazine and photographer Todd Gray for the opportunity and their time. It was an honor and a privilege.

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My Weight Loss Tip on Shape Magazine!

Hey Frugal Fitness fans guess what!? My weight loss tip made it into Shape Magazine! FRUGAL FITNESS representing for the 2nd time on Shape.com! Check it out and hope this helps you get lean and mean in 2022 and beyond! Hope you enjoy their great magazine and use it as a resource to stay healthy!

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Expanding My Fitness Writing Products & Services

I have writing up a storm over the past several months for my upcoming book "The Frugal Diet", other smaller E-Books, and my Fitness Blog. I've always loved writing about health and fitness and I've been doing it for several years now. While I love training clients 1 on 1 and in small groups, I am also very passionate about helping and educating a greater audience of fitness enthusiasts. 

These books and blogs can be downloaded onto your Amazon Kindle, the E-Books can also be downloaded onto your PC, iPhone iPad, iPod Touch, Blackberry, and/or Android as well. The early feedback is very positive so if you haven't checked out my writing yet, it will be worth your time. Even if you are very knowledgeable about health and fitness, I guarantee you will learn at least a few new things or gain some new perspectives.

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