ASCEND's on Essential Guide to Exercise combines the unique expertise of a prominent exercise physiologist, two psychologists, and a medical doctor, respectively, to provide first-time exercisers with information concerning how they can make informed choices regarding their health and how to start their exercise program safely. It is a simple yet detailed guide through the most important topics facing the beginning exerciser, including: understanding health risk factors, developing a personalized exercise program, losing weight sensibly, choosing the “right” exercise, and much more.