REVIEW: "The One Day Way" by Chantel Hobbs

TITLE: "The One Day Way"
AUTHOR: Chantel Hobbs
DIETY?: yes
IE?: somewhat
MY RATING: 4****

Based around the principles of Kaizen, or “continuous improvement“ (though the book never specifically says so), Chantel’s plan encourages you to forget about yesterday, not worry about tomorrow, and just focus on TODAY.

Chantel walks you through the process, first encouraging you to change your mindset and demolish the bad habits. Then she helps you to renew your thinking which will help create new, healthier habits.

There are two weeks’ worth of sample menu plans included, as well as some strengthening exercises featuring a medicine ball and resistance band.

A lot of the book includes a repetition of what was already said, but I think that’s just Chantel’s way of making sure that you fully understand the concepts being presented. I love how absolutely uplifting and positive she is!


I liked how simple this program seems to be. While I’m not a fan of specific meal plans and exercise routines (I really prefer to follow my own “plan”), I do think that the idea of just focusing on today is a good one. So, as always, I plan to “take what I loved, and leave the rest“.


Overall, this is a great book, with an awesome premise, and you would not find yourself sorry to have read it.

Rated: B+

REVIEW: "Never Say Diet" and "The NSD Personal Fitness Trainer" by Chantel Hobbs

TITLE: "Never Say Diet"
AUTHOR: Chantel Hobbs
DIETY?: somewhat
IE?: some
MY RATING: 4****

Half memoir, half how-to book, "Never Say Diet" is the story of how Chantel lost 200 lbs. by following her 5-decision plan, and by changing her thinking.

Chantel now runs marathons and teaches spinning classes.

I loved the bits about changing your thinking, but hated that Chantel still recommends cutting out certain foods, and gives a "Bad Foods" list.

Rated: B

TITLE: "The Never Say Diet Personal Fitness Trainer"
AUTHOR: Chantel Hobbs
DIETY?: somewhat
IE?: some
MY RATING: 4****

This small book is a 16-week journaling companion for Chantel Hobbs’ book, “Never Say Diet“.

Each week has space to journal your cardio and strength-training exercises, and another space to journal your food intake. Also included, each week, are a main Bible verse, an inspirational quote, and a brief inspirational message from Chantel about mindset, exercise, and eating.

A great resource for those following Chantel’s “Never Say Diet” program.

Rated: B+