# Forever Fit > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Forever_Fit > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Forever_Fit.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever_Fit > Source revision: 1353386692 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) 1991 book by Cher and Robert Haas Forever Fit Authors Cher, Robert Haas Language English Subjects Fitness, wellness, dieting, exercise Publisher Bantam Books Publication date January 26, 1991 Publication place United States Media type Print (Hardcover) Pages 342 ISBN 9780553070736 OCLC 22733887 ***Forever Fit: The Lifetime Plan for Health, Fitness, and Beauty*** is a health and lifestyle book co-authored by American entertainer [Cher](/source/Cher) and sports nutritionist Robert Haas. It was released on January 26, 1991, by [Bantam Books](/source/Bantam_Books). ## Background and contents *Forever Fit* focuses on nutrition, exercise and beauty, with the stated goal of promoting long-term health. The book originated from [Cher](/source/Cher)'s interest in improving her own habits following [fatigue](/source/Fatigue) from touring and dietary imbalances.[1] She collaborated with [sports nutritionist](/source/Sports_nutrition) Robert Haas—known for his work with athletes such as [Martina Navratilova](/source/Martina_Navratilova) and [Ivan Lendl](/source/Ivan_Lendl)[2]—to develop a practical guide based on her experience. Haas contributed the technical and scientific aspects of the book, while Cher provided autobiographical context and personal perspectives. The book was marketed as a resource for individuals seeking to make sustainable health changes.[1] Cher commented: The point is not to focus on muscle groups or obsess about specific kinds of foods to deny yourself. It's to create a new attitude about health and fitness and about ... your physical and spiritual selves, working harmoniously, improving together.[2] The content is divided into three primary areas: diet, fitness and beauty. The nutritional section includes more than 75 [recipes](/source/Recipe) and features food composition charts, including data on [fast food](/source/Fast_food) items. These are intended to inform readers about calorie, fat and sodium content. The book also provides a simplified explanation of [cholesterol](/source/Cholesterol) levels and their significance. The fitness portion outlines general workout principles but avoids prescribing specific routines, instead recommending external exercise videos—such as *[CherFitness: A New Attitude](/source/CherFitness%3A_A_New_Attitude)*, released later that year, and *[CherFitness: Body Confidence](/source/CherFitness%3A_Body_Confidence)* (1992). The beauty section is interwoven with commentary from Cher, who discusses her approach to maintaining appearance and emphasizes discipline over genetics.[1] While promoting the book, Cher described it as "kind of a [self-help](/source/Self-help) manual".[3] ## Release and reception In a positive review, Susan Thomson of the *[Surrey Now-Leader](/source/Surrey_Now-Leader)* wrote, "This book is not just another star's tell-all about how to look as good as them. It's actually several books in one: a guide to effective exercise, a cookbook, a sensible weight-loss ... plan, and a manual of interesting beauty tips, all geared for today's busy woman."[2] Lissa Larkin of the *[Asbury Park Press](/source/Asbury_Park_Press)* praised the book as "educational [and] an upbeat journey to health."[1] *[The Item](/source/The_Item)* praised Cher and Haas' candid approach to health questions and highlighted Cher's personal involvement, including her evaluations of workout videos. The book was presented as an inspirational resource emphasizing that fitness is achievable at any age.[1] The *[New York Daily News](/source/New_York_Daily_News)* published a skeptical review by Sheila Anne Feeney, who questioned Cher's credibility as a fitness expert due to her history with [cosmetic procedures](/source/Cosmetic_procedure). Feeney described the book as a commercially-driven mix of celebrity anecdotes, product endorsements, beauty advice and fitness tips, highlighting Cher's selective acknowledgment of plastic surgeries and branding the work a "functional free-for-all of plugs."[4] *Forever Fit* reached number six on *[Florida Today](/source/Florida_Today)*'s [non-fiction](/source/Non-fiction) [bestseller](/source/Bestseller) list.[5] ## References 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-theitem_1-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-theitem_1-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-theitem_1-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-theitem_1-3) [***e***](#cite_ref-theitem_1-4) [""Books can put you on road to fitness" by Lissa Larkin (special to The Press)"](https://www.newspapers.com/article/asbury-park-press-books-can-put-you-on/164108453/). June 18, 1991. p. 13 – via newspapers.com. 1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-surrey_2-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-surrey_2-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-surrey_2-2) [""Fitness guides provide boost" by Susan Thomson"](https://www.newspapers.com/article/surrey-leader-fitness-guides-provide-bo/164108595/). May 20, 1992. p. 38 – via newspapers.com. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-citizens_3-0)** [""Surprisingly, entertaining seems to frighten Cher" by Johna Blinn"](https://www.newspapers.com/article/citizens-voice-surprisingly-entertain/164109561/). October 6, 1992. p. 91 – via newspapers.com. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** [""The Cher way to have a 'Fit'" by Sheila Anne Feeney (New York Daily News)"](https://www.newspapers.com/article/spokane-chronicle-the-cher-way-to-have/164108681/). March 20, 1991. p. 21 – via newspapers.com. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** [""Cher's Forever Fit is now No. 6 on the best-selling non fiction list.""](https://www.newspapers.com/article/florida-today-chers-forever-fit-is-now/164108837/). March 17, 1991. p. 64 – via newspapers.com. v t e Cher Albums Singles Songs Films Concerts Videos Awards Cultural impact As a gay icon Studio albums All I Really Want to Do The Sonny Side of Chér Chér With Love, Chér Backstage 3614 Jackson Highway Chér / Gypsys Tramps & Thieves Foxy Lady Bittersweet White Light Half-Breed Dark Lady Stars I'd Rather Believe in You Cherished Take Me Home Prisoner I Paralyze Cher Heart of Stone Love Hurts It's a Man's World Believe Not Commercial Living Proof Closer to the Truth Dancing Queen Christmas Collaborative albums Sonny & Cher discography Two the Hard Way Black Rose Soundtrack albums Chastity Burlesque Live albums VH1 Divas Live '99 VH1 Divas Las Vegas Live! The Farewell Tour Compilation albums Chér's Golden Greats Superpak Vol. I and II Greatest Hits Greatest Hits: 1965–1992 If I Could Turn Back Time: Cher's Greatest Hits The Greatest Hits The Very Best of Cher Gold Icon Forever Tours and residencies Two the Hard Way Tour Take Me Home Tour Heart of Stone Tour Love Hurts Tour Do You Believe? Tour Living Proof: The Farewell Tour Cher Dressed to Kill Tour Classic Cher Here We Go Again Tour Video releases CherFitness: A New Attitude CherFitness: Body Confidence Extravaganza: Live at the Mirage The Video Collection Live in Concert The Farewell Tour The Very Best of Cher: The Video Hits Collection Films directed If These Walls Could Talk Television The Sonny & Cher Nitty Gritty Hour The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour Cher The Sonny and Cher Show Cher... Special Cher... and Other Fantasies Standing Room Only: Cher in Concert Cher... A Celebration at Caesars Cher... at the Mirage Sonny & Me: Cher Remembers Cher: Live in Concert – From the MGM Grand in Las Vegas Cher: The Farewell Tour Dear Mom, Love Cher Cher & the Loneliest Elephant Books authored The Ugly Duckling Forever Fit The First Time Cher: The Memoir In popular media "The Post-Modern Prometheus" "Gypsies, Tramps and Weed" "The Unauthorized Rusical" "RDR Live!" The Cher Show Related articles Elijah Blue Allman Gregg Allman Chaz Bono Sonny Bono Sonny & Cher Sonny & Cher dolls Category --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Forever Fit](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever_Fit) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forever_Fit?action=history)). Available under [Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Changes may have been made.