Laura's honest account of her fitness journey will inspire you to train to become your strongest, fittest and most confident you yet - Amy Lane, Women's Health 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-busting advice, Lift Yourself is your go-to companion to strength training which will help you to: * achieve a strong physique * improve your mental health * recharge your energy levels Now a qualified personal trainer specialising in strength and conditioning, 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. The myth-busting bible is a strength-training guide for cardio junkies and a micro-manual for any woman too frightened to enter the weights area of the gym - or the gym at all - Evening Standard