60+ minutes of exercise per day to maintain weight after age 50

[SadieKate]

Why a men and women's version? Because we're different. I don't have my copy here, but I remember it talking about some issues specific to women, including menopause and metabolism.

Well, duh!

However, I always feel like separate books indicate something was left out of one which means that a mixed-gender household has to buy both books when the vast majority of info is covered in both books. When I see this I tend to shy sway as it seems like a marketing ploy.

[jobob]

Well, duh!

However, I always feel like separate books indicate something was left out of one which means that a mixed-gender household has to buy both books when the vast majority of info is covered in both books. When I see this I tend to shy sway as it seems like a marketing ploy.

I think the basic information conveyed in the original book is worthwhile both for me and for my husband. I didn't feel the need to run out and buy the woman's book as well.

[SadieKate]

Thanks, ma'am.

[Crankin]

I remember reading this book when it came out and I was closer to 50 than 60. My take is most of the people who post regularly here don't need to read this book! It's common sense. However, what they said was excellent, but it's geared toward what I call the "normal" population. My "normal" friends, even those who do some exercise, would say flat out they they couldn't do 60 minutes a day.

[jobob]

I agree with you somewhat, but personally I still got a lot out of the book. Guess I'm a slow learner. Or I constantly need reminders of basic concepts

[emily_in_nc]

I agree with you somewhat, but personally I still got a lot out of the book. Guess I'm a slow learner. Or I constantly need reminders of basic concepts

I agree jobob -- I got a lot out of it too. It covers a lot more than just exercise, and was a great motivator in the exercise department. Because my DH wasn't really interested in it, I am glad I got the women's version just for me, but YMMV. :-)