Tone It Up: 28 Days to Fit, Fierce, and Fabulous

With bikini season right around the corner, this book has arrived just in time. Scott and Dawn stress up front that looking good is just part of the plan—they’re aiming for “whole-body, whole-life” fitness, and the book reflects that commitment. The authors begin with the story of their friendship, which started, appropriately enough, in a gym. They then move on, in part two, to program basics. Photos of Scott and Dawn looking good in their bikinis appear throughout, and should provide plentiful inspiration for readers. There are also 15 “Knockout Nutrition Tips” and “Tantalizing Tips” (like “Rock It Raw, Baby!”) in part three’s Knockout Nutrition Guide. The authors really get down to business in part four with the titular 28-day challenge. Each day opens with a cheerful “Morning Booty Call,” the “Fab Food of the Day,” “Body-Loving Recipes,” and a “Bombshell Bonus” (going online and connecting with other fabulous girls doing the challenge). Part five goes into depth on the fitness routines included with each day of the challenge (with photos showing correct form), which become progressively harder. This cheerful, encouraging fitness guide may be just what readers need to get motivated and bikini-ready. (May)