At one point or another, nearly every person who works out wonders: Am I doing this right? Which class is best? Do I work out enough? Answering those questions and more, The First 20 Minutes helps both weekend warriors dedicated to their performance and readers who simply want to get and stay fit gain the most from any workout.With the latest findings about the mental and physical benefits of exercise, personal stories from scientists and laypeople...

"Forced to take Physical Education Equivalency, aka "Slugfest," in summer school so he can maintain his star spot on the JV football team, Yash recruits his fellow PE rejects to train with him and pass this course, an endeavor that turns into a summer he'll never forget"--

"Get firm and feel fabulous with a low impact, total body exercise program from Stott Pilates master trainer Moira Merrithew. With a unique and effective combination of Pilate and aerobic conditioning, this fun easy-to-follow cross-training program will slim and tone your entire body from head to toe, one invigorating step at a time." -- Container.