This book examines the psychology of working out. It is designed for non-professionals.

Includes index.

Part I. Sport and exercise in everyday life : What: the many forms of sport and exercise -- Why: the importance of sport and exercise in our lives -- How: the positive and negative effects of sport and exercise -- Who: psychologists' theories about sport and exercise -- When: sport and exercise throughout the life cycle -- Where: sport and exercise around the world -- Part II. Scenarios -- Part III. Controversies and debates.