Ditch the fad diets and step off the treadmill. There''s another way to get results, and it''s all about lifting weights.

Laura Hoggins spent her early adult life a slave to the scales and a fad diet junkie. Fed up of feeling unhappy, exhausted and demotivated, something had to change.

That''s when she discovered lifting - the ultimate form of fitness that celebrated effort over results and empowerment over appearance.

Packed full of practical tips and myth-busing advice, Lift Yourself is your go-to companion to strength training which will help you to:

• turbo-charge your metabolism

• improve your mental health

• recharge your energy levels

Now a qualified strength and conditioning coach, Laura''s 10 Lifting Commandments will help you kick-start a happier, healthier life. So, get ready for lift-off and prepare to find out just how strong you are.