14 Days to Wellness: The Easy, Effective, and Fun Way to Optimum Health by Donald B. Ardell
This book is one of the best fitness books on the market. Although it was released in 1999, it remains timely because it does not promote time-sensitive trends, refrains from endorsing brand names, and is simple. The intent is for the reader to cover one chapter per day, for 14 days. By the end, readers will understand the need for personal wellness and have the tools to begin a plan.
Ardell tackles one health topic at a time, giving the reader an entire day to digest that particular concept. The book offers a multidimensional approach to wellness; and, as health professionals in a corporate wellness center, we’ve learned that multidimensional viewpoints is the only successful route. It covers topics such as
- Creating a healthy self-image
- Assuming responsibility for your own well-being
- Eating for performance and enjoyment
- Being physically active
- Learning your vital signs
My favorite aspect of this book is that Ardell steers clear of deep scientific processes and terms, while still driving home the most important components of health. The subtitle is accurate when it claims to be both effective and easy. This book sheds new light on topics for health professionals, but also offers a great starting ground for the average person wanting to start a personal wellness plan.
Consider adding 14 Days to Wellness to a worksite wellness program library. You can pick up used copies for a reasonable price on Amazon.com.