Richard Simmons
Simmons is synonymous with exercise enthusiasm. He also offers plenty of dietary advice.
BACKGROUND
He might be one of the most celebrated exercise gurus of our time. He was a sort of trailblazer in the fitness industry back in the '70s, making a quick name for himself. Richard Simmons is known for his Sweatin' to the Oldies workout videos, tiny running shorts, sparkling tank tops and wildly enthusiastic personality. He's helped men and women alike shed three million pounds over the past three decades, and he doesn't plan on stopping anytime soon. And he says you shouldn't either.
With humor, energy, compelling messages and a broad variety of products, Richard Simmons helps people overcome the trials with their weight every single day. He prescribes to his loyal followers a "lifestyle of balance, moderate eating, and exercise."
Richard Simmons offers a comprehensive member program on his website, The Clubhouse, as well as dozens of books, countless videos and products to make your goals easier to reach with his own special brand of charisma and motivation.
Join the Richard Simmons Clubhouse for a complete Web-based experience. Access Richard's Sweatin' videos, exercise advice, online chats with Richard, message board community, recipes, restaurant guide, shopping lists, progress chart, online journal and so much more conveniently in the Richard Simmons Clubhouse.
PRO
- 30+ years experience
- Helped people lose a combined 3 million pounds
- Hundreds of recipes
- Catalog of products, videos and books
- Clubhouse offers a complete dieting experience
- Meets USDA and American Dietetic Association guidelines
- Ideal for men and women
- Does not restrict food groups
CON
- None to speak of
DIET and NUTRITION
With Richard Simmons, it's all about moderation and smart choices. You'll receive daily meal plans for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as three snacks.
Richard Simmons has hundreds of recipes available in several cookbooks, and through the Clubhouse. Some of his tasty and fun creations include:
- Banana Pananacake
- Beans 'N' Rice Cha Cha Cha
- Papaya and Vegetable Salsa
- Chicken Gordon Blue
- Brownie Pizza
EXERCISE
One of Richard Simmons' primary focuses is on exercise. He's made it his trademark that exercise doesn't have to be a chore. With his celebrated line of Sweatin' to the Oldies videos, he incorporates high-energy and fun with great music you just want to move to. You'll incorporate aerobics and resistance.
CONCLUSION
Sure, he's a little goofy. But Richard Simmons has spent the past 30 years winning the hearts of people around the globe. He offers expertise and kind-hearted, realistic motivation: "Real Food, Real Exercise to reach a Real Goal." He has a library of books, catalog of products and a thorough Web-based program. His plan has been successful for thousands of people that it's hard to say that it wouldn't work for you too.
Common Misspellings
Richerd Simmons, Richard Simons, Richard Simmon
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I had danced to his tapes back in the early 90's, but got away from them, but I started again yesterday cause I need to tone up....and these DVD's WILL make you sweat. I love Richard..he's so caring and not a fake.
I was on his diet a long time ago and lost 25lbs. There was a dish my whole family liked. It was a stir fried dish with chicken, broccolli, mustard, egg, and some other ingrediates. Do you have that dish that you can send me. I can't find the cook book from when he first started and I would love that book. It had great receipes in it. Thanks
I have loved Richard since I was a young girl. My mom used to do his exercise and then I did his diet the one you close windows and count calories and I lost 40 lbs. this was 4 years ago. I recently had a child and I want to do this diet again to get rid of the pounds my child left me with. I can tell you this diet really works..(it is called the "foodmover" and it is inexpensive and you use the same food you buy at home do not need to buy company personalized foods.I would love to meet Richard I think he is the nicest person I have ever seen on TV.
I've tried other exercise tapes and none of them motivated me. I dare you to watch a Sweatin' video and not move with it. It's impossible.
I Would Like To See Richard Or SusanPowter On Tv '' They Know Their Stuff'' Real Well'''Thats The OnlyOnes I 'd Trust Who Hav'ntSold Out To Big Companys For Favors And Selling Product ,NameBrands Etc.'' I Bellieve Susan was Pushed off The Air, Because She Stood For the Real Truth About Weight Loss, Tell Richard I said Hes The Best!! He Cares about The Fat People'' Keep Up The Good The Work, Richard'' I'd Love to Hear From you, When you get the Time to Write', I Need Help Im going up &Down with my Weight' I Can't seem to Lose all of it Very Well..
Richard Simmons has been associated with weight loss forever, he gets you the results you need
I know Richard Simmons was big in the 70s and 80s, but has he come up with anything new for a younger audience?
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