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  • Fit2Fat2Fit

  • The Unexpected Lessons from Gaining and Losing 75 Lbs on Purpose
  • By: Drew Manning
  • Narrated by: Drew Manning
  • Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (351 ratings)

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Fit2Fat2Fit

By: Drew Manning
Narrated by: Drew Manning
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Publisher's summary

Drew Manning, a natural fitness junkie and devoted personal trainer, had never been overweight in his life. He never craved junk food or missed an opportunity to work out. Yet despite his obsession with fitness, he failed to help his clients reach their goals. Something had to give. Manning needed to understand what it was like to be on the other side; he had to spend a few months in his clients' shoes - or rather, size.

For six months, Manning radically let himself go. He stopped exercising and ate nothing but the typical American diet of fast and processed foods. Not surprisingly, he started to gain weight. Manning made national news when he posted a blog revealing that he had gained more than 60 pounds. (He ended up gaining 75.) In only half a year, the out-of-shape trainer-turned-blogger had gained more than he ever expected - and not just in pounds.

Manning devoted the next six months to losing the weight as quickly as he had gained it. The lessons he learned were priceless, as he had now experienced both sides of the weight-loss battle. What started as a physical challenge became an emotional and mental wake-up call.

In Fit2Fat2Fit, Manning reveals the practical takeaways and profound insights of his yearlong journey. With startlingly honest stories, concrete easy-to-implement strategies, recipes, exercises, workout routines, meal plans, and much more, listeners will be fully equipped to achieve any weight-loss goal.

©2012 Drew Mannin (P)2012 HarperCollins Publishers
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just ok

it was short and I have heard the story. I should have read more into it before I purchased.

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Very insightful!

I can't imagine being fit your whole lifestyle from and deciding to gain an excess of weight. In my opinion only a person who truly wants to change lives would take such drastic measures.

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Not much to it

Is there anything you would change about this book?

I think what the guy did was a very good experience but gaining 75 pounds and then losing it = not much there.

What was most disappointing about Drew Manning’s story?

Everything was spelled out predictable.

What does Drew Manning bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His voice

Do you think Fit2Fat2Fit needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

no

Any additional comments?

lucky it did not take to long to listen to.

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Motivating

Great read definitely motivating time to get my butt in shape!!!! SuckHighly recommended read and listen

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Insightful and Sensitive

Would you listen to Fit2Fat2Fit again? Why?

Yes. It a compelling story as well as chock full of helpful info about the difficulties in coping with obesity. It helps me appreciate the struggle I and other compulsive over-eaters are engaged in daily. I will return to this book time and again as I continue my journey towards a healthier lifestyle.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Drew. He does a good job sharing what he learned in his Fit2Fat2Fit experience. He gained a lot of insight by actually putting himself through the paces of over-eating, then struggling with weight loss.

What does Drew Manning bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Personal experience with the issue, knowledge of the benefit of exercising, and sensitivity toward his clients

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Drew's lapse into lethargy as he piled on the excess weight. Also, his anxiety about whether he would be able to lose it now that he has gained 60 unwanted pounds.

Any additional comments?

Very good book full of insights. Drew's wife also does a great job describing her concerns and experience as her husband embarked on this adventure. Very honest sharing of her own experience.

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Such a good book!

Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this?

Drew & his wife, Lynn, did a great job!

What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance?

I purchased this book in an attempt to find some kind of motivation to work out and loose baby weight from my 4th baby who is 3 months old. I'd been so tired and getting motivated had been harder than ever. Fit to Fat to Fit was so endearing and insightful about the challenges I'm facing and helped me decide how and that it is possible to face them. The hope and humor Drew's story provided was priceless. I will probabley listen to it many times to remember the support and wisdom it provided as I go through my own jouney.

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Okay

It's okay, really if your into fitness this is an interesting book. If you wondering how to lose weight, not the best book out there

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Great insight

What an incredible journey. It took a lot of strength, courage, & discipline to accomplish what Drew accomplished. I truly enjoyed the journey.

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Very informative an real

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Definitely would recommend this book. If you have ever struggled with your weight this book is very informative

What other book might you compare Fit2Fat2Fit to and why?

Dr Oz. You On A Diet

Which character – as performed by Drew Manning – was your favorite?

His wife

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Before an after

Any additional comments?

I listen to this over an over

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Great book

I am late to this, but I wish I had known about it when Drew was actually going through it. I have questions still. However this has made me want to check out other Audible books.

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