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More Reviews of Age of Hilarious:
"I bought this book and it is SO fun! A welcomed laugh during the pandemic!" K. Flynn
"My husband 'stole' your book from my night table. I can hear him laughing and snorting through the pages." M. Hersk
"Just finished Age of Hilarious, and it is so much fun to read, beginning to end, so funny and relatable. Don't miss out on this gem." L. Kronick
"I'm truly enjoying chuckling along with all the shenanigans you write about. Congrats on a great book!" D. Michel
"Her energy and unfiltered stories are a much needed dose of human interaction during these isolating times. Kudos to Gloria!" A. Alvo
"It's awesome! I love it. Well done. Maybe there will be a sequel?" S. Freedman
"Nice to have some chuckles in the hospital." J. Copeland
Reviews of Personal Best:
"I finally finished Personal Best. I read it slowly to underline in my mind the nuggets woven so beautifully throughout, as she shared her journey from couch potato to personal trainer. The mantras were great and my two favourite are "this train is bound for glory" and "persist and persevere", which I have now adopted as my own. Her book is more than just about eating properly and exercising to get healthy and fit. Gloria removed the blinders from her eyes that keep many of us fearful of doing what we believe to be unthinkable. A shift in her mindset gave her the courage to move past her physical and mental challenges. I especially enjoyed at the end of each chapter the Personal Best Exercises and Did You Know...? segment. I found Personal Best an honest account of how redemption is available to everyone, and an inspirational read! I highly recommend it to anyone willing to move beyond their limitations!" R.B., Ottawa
"Gloria has written an honest and thought-provoking account of her life. She makes us think about ourselves and where we are going. Setbacks eventually become successes in her life, inspiring us all." Ray Zahab, Extreme runner and author of Running for My Life
"I am in the early stages of what hopefully will be a journey of transformation, and this is the perfect book to help me get there. Gloria's wise--and very honest--words have helped me find my own "inner warrior", and as a result, I really appreciated the section on maintenance. She has very helpful exercises at the end of each chapter (mental exercises!), and I have referred to them on a number of occasions. I know I will get there, and I just want to say well done, Gloria, you are truly an inspiration!" Amazon 5-star review
"I have met the author in person, and find her to be an inspiration. I am on my own weight loss and healthy lifestyle journey, and was in a rut, until I read her book. All of the information in there inspired me to get back on track, and to stick to my goals. Healthy living is a lifestyle, not a fad diet. Gloria's book will teach you all of this, and keep you motivated. Buy it!" Amazon 5-star review
"Kudos to Gloria for providing an uplifting and inspirational account of her journey towards health and wellness. Her "personal best" journey has all the bases covered to set yourself up for success on the road to optimal living. Her narration style is one that everyone can relate to - you feel as though she were sitting down having a personal conversation with you. In that respect, the book is very engaging and you want to keep reading to find out what happens to her next! Her account is deeply personal and very touching! Gloria's story is relevant for a wide variety of audiences! Whether someone wants to lose weight or not. It is great tool to facilitate the transformation of your own "personal best"! Way-to-go Gloria! Thank you for sharing your wealth of information and your life!" Amazon 5-star review
"This book combines the autobiography of former couch-potato who transformed herself into a fitness guru. It starts with her 7-steps to achieving one's "personal best", which are filled with sensible and unbiased advice. The second-half of the book deals with the author's own poignant stories of her voyage on the fitness train, with her candidly discussing some very personal health issues. I enjoyed reading it because of the straightforward health and fitness information, and will (hopefully!) be able to achieve my own "personal best"." Amazon 5-star review
"An inspiring journey to a healthier lifestyle. Gloria tells all about her transformation and difficult journey from an overworked, overweight busy mom who enjoyed junk food to a healthier person. She is honest about the challenges along the way. A good read." Amazon 5-star review
"Through the author's recount of her journey to better health she encourages and helps the reader to make changes in their life style. As an avid exerciser and type 2 diabetic, I was reminded of the need to closely watch my eating habits and make my workouts more challenging. I loved the encouragement to challenge yourself and set attainable goals." Amazon 5-star review
"Gloria and I have been friends for many years and I can confirm that everything she says in the book really happened. Gloria transformed herself into the woman she wanted to be and that took dedication and effort. I'm glad she is sharing her experiences and I specially like the use of the five levels of mental readiness to make a change: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action and maintenance. I think anyone thinking about transforming your body and being more healthy needs to understand that is starts with training your brain. It's a great read and an great investment in yourself." Amazon 5-star review
"Gloria writes in a no-nonsense fashion about her strategies to lose weight and achieve fitness, without using any gimmicks or fad diets. Her sensible approach enables the 'average' person to retrain their brain to achieve their personal best. She doesn't pretend it will be easy, but as she says "Only you can decide if you will be successful", and she provides the guidelines to carry this through." Amazon review
"Gloria Schwartz wants to share her story and help us embark on our own fitness journey. No gimmicks, no quick fixes, she says. This book contains a step by step plan that describes how she transformed herself both inside and out. She explains how to start with a framework or blueprint, which includes mental preparedness, goal setting, nutritional knowledge, embracing exercise, finding role models, and a maintenance plan. There are questions and a summary at the end of each chapter to help the reader focus. It's a small book, about 150 pages, that you need to refer to or read over and over again until it sinks in and you convince yourself that it takes time, commitment, and ultimately a paradigm shift." Amazon review
"I really like this book. Simple and efficient too! Some of the facts in the book are well known and all over the place. But reading about the whole journey of someone and the healthy life she chose, it is inspiring." Amazon review
"I loved the book and it got me started on the right path." F.A., Ottawa
"Amazing. I loved it. I couldn't put it down." R.G., Toronto
"You've shared with us that we can each take charge of our daily lifestyle choices and turn our health for the better. Heartfelt and beautifully written." S.G., Montreal
"Just finished the book. Well written and inspiring." E.S., Montreal
"Loving the book. Well written, easy to read and full of practical advice." J.J., Windsor
"Started reading your book and I can see a new journey for me beginning." A.K., Ottawa
"Reading Personal Best and I'm already feeling more motivated to get out there and change some things. Very inspirational. This week I lost 2 pounds." D.G., Ottawa
"You write so well! I very much enjoyed your story. My evening snacks have been much healthier and I'm considering running." A.M., Ottawa
"...a great read! Not at all boring or intimidating like the other motivational books out there. I highly recommend this book as a great gift!" N.H., Ottawa
"I am 71. I happened to turn on CFRA and hear you talking on the Rabbi Bulka show and learned of your book. This morning I went to Chapters-Pinecrest to purchase your book. I know it will be helpful. I took the bus...but walked back home. My doctor wants me to walk 45 minutes a day since I had a heart attack...<Thanks> for inspiring others." R.B., Ottawa
"Got the book for Mother's Day from my sister-in-law. Enjoying it very much. Well written. Brilliant and meaningful." K.C., Montreal
"I loved reading your book and enjoyed many chuckles along the way. It certainly sends a message that when one door closes, another one opens." S.N., Montreal
"Friendly advice without being preachy." B.B., Ottawa
"I couldn't put it down!" M.R., Ottawa
More Reviews of Age of Hilarious:
"I bought this book and it is SO fun! A welcomed laugh during the pandemic!" K. Flynn
"My husband 'stole' your book from my night table. I can hear him laughing and snorting through the pages." M. Hersk
"Just finished Age of Hilarious, and it is so much fun to read, beginning to end, so funny and relatable. Don't miss out on this gem." L. Kronick
"I'm truly enjoying chuckling along with all the shenanigans you write about. Congrats on a great book!" D. Michel
"Her energy and unfiltered stories are a much needed dose of human interaction during these isolating times. Kudos to Gloria!" A. Alvo
"It's awesome! I love it. Well done. Maybe there will be a sequel?" S. Freedman
"Nice to have some chuckles in the hospital." J. Copeland
Reviews of Personal Best:
"I finally finished Personal Best. I read it slowly to underline in my mind the nuggets woven so beautifully throughout, as she shared her journey from couch potato to personal trainer. The mantras were great and my two favourite are "this train is bound for glory" and "persist and persevere", which I have now adopted as my own. Her book is more than just about eating properly and exercising to get healthy and fit. Gloria removed the blinders from her eyes that keep many of us fearful of doing what we believe to be unthinkable. A shift in her mindset gave her the courage to move past her physical and mental challenges. I especially enjoyed at the end of each chapter the Personal Best Exercises and Did You Know...? segment. I found Personal Best an honest account of how redemption is available to everyone, and an inspirational read! I highly recommend it to anyone willing to move beyond their limitations!" R.B., Ottawa
"Gloria has written an honest and thought-provoking account of her life. She makes us think about ourselves and where we are going. Setbacks eventually become successes in her life, inspiring us all." Ray Zahab, Extreme runner and author of Running for My Life
"I am in the early stages of what hopefully will be a journey of transformation, and this is the perfect book to help me get there. Gloria's wise--and very honest--words have helped me find my own "inner warrior", and as a result, I really appreciated the section on maintenance. She has very helpful exercises at the end of each chapter (mental exercises!), and I have referred to them on a number of occasions. I know I will get there, and I just want to say well done, Gloria, you are truly an inspiration!" Amazon 5-star review
"I have met the author in person, and find her to be an inspiration. I am on my own weight loss and healthy lifestyle journey, and was in a rut, until I read her book. All of the information in there inspired me to get back on track, and to stick to my goals. Healthy living is a lifestyle, not a fad diet. Gloria's book will teach you all of this, and keep you motivated. Buy it!" Amazon 5-star review
"Kudos to Gloria for providing an uplifting and inspirational account of her journey towards health and wellness. Her "personal best" journey has all the bases covered to set yourself up for success on the road to optimal living. Her narration style is one that everyone can relate to - you feel as though she were sitting down having a personal conversation with you. In that respect, the book is very engaging and you want to keep reading to find out what happens to her next! Her account is deeply personal and very touching! Gloria's story is relevant for a wide variety of audiences! Whether someone wants to lose weight or not. It is great tool to facilitate the transformation of your own "personal best"! Way-to-go Gloria! Thank you for sharing your wealth of information and your life!" Amazon 5-star review
"This book combines the autobiography of former couch-potato who transformed herself into a fitness guru. It starts with her 7-steps to achieving one's "personal best", which are filled with sensible and unbiased advice. The second-half of the book deals with the author's own poignant stories of her voyage on the fitness train, with her candidly discussing some very personal health issues. I enjoyed reading it because of the straightforward health and fitness information, and will (hopefully!) be able to achieve my own "personal best"." Amazon 5-star review
"An inspiring journey to a healthier lifestyle. Gloria tells all about her transformation and difficult journey from an overworked, overweight busy mom who enjoyed junk food to a healthier person. She is honest about the challenges along the way. A good read." Amazon 5-star review
"Through the author's recount of her journey to better health she encourages and helps the reader to make changes in their life style. As an avid exerciser and type 2 diabetic, I was reminded of the need to closely watch my eating habits and make my workouts more challenging. I loved the encouragement to challenge yourself and set attainable goals." Amazon 5-star review
"Gloria and I have been friends for many years and I can confirm that everything she says in the book really happened. Gloria transformed herself into the woman she wanted to be and that took dedication and effort. I'm glad she is sharing her experiences and I specially like the use of the five levels of mental readiness to make a change: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action and maintenance. I think anyone thinking about transforming your body and being more healthy needs to understand that is starts with training your brain. It's a great read and an great investment in yourself." Amazon 5-star review
"Gloria writes in a no-nonsense fashion about her strategies to lose weight and achieve fitness, without using any gimmicks or fad diets. Her sensible approach enables the 'average' person to retrain their brain to achieve their personal best. She doesn't pretend it will be easy, but as she says "Only you can decide if you will be successful", and she provides the guidelines to carry this through." Amazon review
"Gloria Schwartz wants to share her story and help us embark on our own fitness journey. No gimmicks, no quick fixes, she says. This book contains a step by step plan that describes how she transformed herself both inside and out. She explains how to start with a framework or blueprint, which includes mental preparedness, goal setting, nutritional knowledge, embracing exercise, finding role models, and a maintenance plan. There are questions and a summary at the end of each chapter to help the reader focus. It's a small book, about 150 pages, that you need to refer to or read over and over again until it sinks in and you convince yourself that it takes time, commitment, and ultimately a paradigm shift." Amazon review
"I really like this book. Simple and efficient too! Some of the facts in the book are well known and all over the place. But reading about the whole journey of someone and the healthy life she chose, it is inspiring." Amazon review
"I loved the book and it got me started on the right path." F.A., Ottawa
"Amazing. I loved it. I couldn't put it down." R.G., Toronto
"You've shared with us that we can each take charge of our daily lifestyle choices and turn our health for the better. Heartfelt and beautifully written." S.G., Montreal
"Just finished the book. Well written and inspiring." E.S., Montreal
"Loving the book. Well written, easy to read and full of practical advice." J.J., Windsor
"Started reading your book and I can see a new journey for me beginning." A.K., Ottawa
"Reading Personal Best and I'm already feeling more motivated to get out there and change some things. Very inspirational. This week I lost 2 pounds." D.G., Ottawa
"You write so well! I very much enjoyed your story. My evening snacks have been much healthier and I'm considering running." A.M., Ottawa
"...a great read! Not at all boring or intimidating like the other motivational books out there. I highly recommend this book as a great gift!" N.H., Ottawa
"I am 71. I happened to turn on CFRA and hear you talking on the Rabbi Bulka show and learned of your book. This morning I went to Chapters-Pinecrest to purchase your book. I know it will be helpful. I took the bus...but walked back home. My doctor wants me to walk 45 minutes a day since I had a heart attack...<Thanks> for inspiring others." R.B., Ottawa
"Got the book for Mother's Day from my sister-in-law. Enjoying it very much. Well written. Brilliant and meaningful." K.C., Montreal
"I loved reading your book and enjoyed many chuckles along the way. It certainly sends a message that when one door closes, another one opens." S.N., Montreal
"Friendly advice without being preachy." B.B., Ottawa
"I couldn't put it down!" M.R., Ottawa