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What You Can When You Can: Healthy Living on Your Terms
We all know we should eat better, exercise more, get better quality rest, and so on. Tell us something we don’t know, right? After all, every statistic we have about Americans and our health proves that no matter how good our intentions are, we are failing to change the habits that undermine our well-being. But how do we achieve our healthy living goals when they’re so daunting? Who has the time, the willpower, the resources to do all that nutritious eating, muscle building, restful sleeping, and work-life balancing?
Carla Birnberg and Roni Noone have the answer to that—the answer is you. You have the power to make healthier living easy and exciting, just by adopting one simple "What you can when you can." It’s all you need.
What You Can When You Can (#wycwyc) is a book, a movement, a mindset, and a lifestyle—one that harnesses the power of small steps to let you achieve your health and fitness goals on YOUR terms. The #wycwyc (pronounced "wickwick") philosophy applies to anything and everything that contributes to a healthy, happy nutrition, exercise, physical and mental rejuvenation, and so much more.
Carla Birnberg and Roni Noone have the answer to that—the answer is you. You have the power to make healthier living easy and exciting, just by adopting one simple "What you can when you can." It’s all you need.
What You Can When You Can (#wycwyc) is a book, a movement, a mindset, and a lifestyle—one that harnesses the power of small steps to let you achieve your health and fitness goals on YOUR terms. The #wycwyc (pronounced "wickwick") philosophy applies to anything and everything that contributes to a healthy, happy nutrition, exercise, physical and mental rejuvenation, and so much more.
176 pages, Paperback
First published April 28, 2015
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September 17, 2018
There were a few original and practical tips, but most of it was stuff that most people have either already thought of, or that’s dull, pointless, or possibly counterproductive. Like, carrying a basket of groceries instead of using a shopping cart in order to be more “active”? Been there, done that. Bad posture, back and neck pain, and bruises on my legs from where the heavy basket banged into them. Next.
May 5, 2015
Carla Birnberg and Roni Noone are two well-known US health and fitness bloggers who have paired up to launch a new book, What You Can, When You Can.
The book's title says it all... essentially it's about MODERATION.
As the authors themselves note—this isn't rocket science and they're not introducing any new health and fitness concepts. Most of us already know what we could be doing. We just don't do it. For a myriad of reasons.
Chapters on mindfulness, decluttering and meditation confirm this book's about more than health and fitness. It's about life in general and promoting a sustainable lifestyle change.
At 177 pages it's an easy read which includes practical examples to offer additional guidance. Another great initiative is the inclusion of social shares at the end of each chapter, with suggested activities or learnings which you might want to share with others using the (hashtag) #wycwyc.
There were—at times—a few inconsistencies in terms of target audience, which I think is a challenge for the authors as their readers may include everyone from beginners to the very fit.
All in all however, this is a great read written in an light-hearted and accessible tone, promoting moderation. In all things.
Read the full review on my blog: http://www.debbish.com/books-literatu...
The book's title says it all... essentially it's about MODERATION.
As the authors themselves note—this isn't rocket science and they're not introducing any new health and fitness concepts. Most of us already know what we could be doing. We just don't do it. For a myriad of reasons.
Chapters on mindfulness, decluttering and meditation confirm this book's about more than health and fitness. It's about life in general and promoting a sustainable lifestyle change.
At 177 pages it's an easy read which includes practical examples to offer additional guidance. Another great initiative is the inclusion of social shares at the end of each chapter, with suggested activities or learnings which you might want to share with others using the (hashtag) #wycwyc.
There were—at times—a few inconsistencies in terms of target audience, which I think is a challenge for the authors as their readers may include everyone from beginners to the very fit.
All in all however, this is a great read written in an light-hearted and accessible tone, promoting moderation. In all things.
Read the full review on my blog: http://www.debbish.com/books-literatu...
April 21, 2015
Here's why I love this book...
It offers suggestions and ideas for ways to make series of positive changes in your life. Doing "what you can when you can" serves as a reminder for those of us that quit healthy eating for the whole day or week because of one small misstep. It also reminds you that just because you don't have time to get to the gym for a full workout doesn't mean you can't squeeze in a walk after dinner- which is also a successful step.
This book does not offer hardcore advice on diet and exercise, but instead empowers you to make your own decisions with guidance and positive reinforcement. It's all these small victories that lead you to success!
I do read Roni's blog and listen to their podcasts, so I read this book like a friend wrote it and maybe that makes me a tad biased, but I recommend you give it a try!
It offers suggestions and ideas for ways to make series of positive changes in your life. Doing "what you can when you can" serves as a reminder for those of us that quit healthy eating for the whole day or week because of one small misstep. It also reminds you that just because you don't have time to get to the gym for a full workout doesn't mean you can't squeeze in a walk after dinner- which is also a successful step.
This book does not offer hardcore advice on diet and exercise, but instead empowers you to make your own decisions with guidance and positive reinforcement. It's all these small victories that lead you to success!
I do read Roni's blog and listen to their podcasts, so I read this book like a friend wrote it and maybe that makes me a tad biased, but I recommend you give it a try!
May 2, 2015
Fan van de podcast en al jarenlang trouwe bezoeker van Roni's blog, maar dit boek vond ik maar niks. Meh.
January 3, 2021
A great book of tips to help you lose the pounds and inches.
November 23, 2014
I liked this book is that doesn't insist on the willpower, or lack of the same in my case, to offer a number of easy and fast tips to try to eat better, reduce stress and possibly lose weight or get in shape.
Mi é piaciuto questo libro che non insiste sulla forza di volontá, o assenza della stessa nel mio caso, per offrire una serie di consigli facili e veloci per cercare di mangiare meglio, limitare lo stress ed eventualmente dimagrire o rimettersi in forma.
THANKS TO NETGALLEY AND PERSEUS BOOKS GROUP, SEAL PRESS FOR THE PREVIEW!
Mi é piaciuto questo libro che non insiste sulla forza di volontá, o assenza della stessa nel mio caso, per offrire una serie di consigli facili e veloci per cercare di mangiare meglio, limitare lo stress ed eventualmente dimagrire o rimettersi in forma.
THANKS TO NETGALLEY AND PERSEUS BOOKS GROUP, SEAL PRESS FOR THE PREVIEW!
April 25, 2015
You can't go wrong with the #wycwyc philosophy. Doing "what you can when you can" reminds us that having a positive mindset can go a long way. This book does not offer concrete steps on how to overcome hurdles towards getting to a goal, but it does shift ones mindset from being too narrow-mindedly perfectionistic to being open-mindedly human. It's a great way to go about life as it promotes living life to the fullest the way you can. Definitely a good read!
Note: This E-Book is free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Note: This E-Book is free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
April 12, 2015
This book was really just a fabulous reminder to all of us to relax. It tells us that it's ok if we slip up on day on that diet or exercise, just do what you can, when you can (#wycwyc). This was really something I needed to hear at this point in my healthy lifestyle change journey. It was an encouragement to me, but it did get just a bit repetitive, only drawback. Overall very good book.
**I was given a copy by the publisher and Netgalley**
**I was given a copy by the publisher and Netgalley**
July 4, 2015
A great way to get started (or keep going) with any goals, the book offers baby steps and easy ways to get going with your health and fitness. I love the actionable steps, the concentration on building support, and the examples for each step. A quick, easy read, it's a beautifully inspirational book with just the right info.
July 7, 2016
This book deals with healthy living, watching what you eat and exercising without giving up after a few days. They have lots of suggestions and there is even a online community to help you keep up your healthy objectives on your own terms. I thought the ideas of what to do were great and the small changes are easy for anyone to do.
December 23, 2014
Reading this book I discovered that I was really already living the WYCWYC life, not 100% as perfection is just a figment of human imagination. On this journey to improve my overall health and wellness I am doing what I can when I can!
May 25, 2015
I loved every page.
Devoured it in two sittings.
But I'd advise newbies to #wycwyc to read a chapter a day and really let the ideas percolate.
Fits perfectly with the book's message of small, do-able steps, repeatedly consistently over time to produce long term change!
Devoured it in two sittings.
But I'd advise newbies to #wycwyc to read a chapter a day and really let the ideas percolate.
Fits perfectly with the book's message of small, do-able steps, repeatedly consistently over time to produce long term change!
February 21, 2016
I absolutely loved this little book, and felt it was full of useful information...and a different way of thinking about my quest to get healthy. I will reference this book again and again, and would highly recommend it.
August 25, 2016
Quick read. It's all about making small changes in your life over time. Good advice for decluttering, exercise programs, diet, etc. Now if I'd only put it into practice!
-- Karen, Merrillville Branch
-- Karen, Merrillville Branch
December 21, 2014
Read my review on my blog.
July 25, 2023
best book for your self esteem. if you are an all or nothing type of person this book is for you!!!
February 1, 2016
it's not a self-help book, it's an everyone-help movement. #wycwyc
April 12, 2019
Its basically telling you all that you already know but failed to tell yourself. Nonetheless, its refreshing to be reminded of the things that we can actually do to achieve our health and fitness without ever feeling bad that were not as good as gym buffs are in flexing those muscles and in raining sweat just to be fit. ;)
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