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I'm not a sports person or big into exercise, but I want to get stronger, so I appreciate how this provides not just pictorial explanations of how to do strengthening exercises, but also explains how to modify your workouts to get the results you want (and avoid boredom) along with specific workouts for different fitness levels and interests, from sports training to quick 15-minute workouts to prenatal programs. There are certain things that I think I'd still want a real human to help me with before trying, but most of them seem like something I can do.
The nutrition and diet information contain pretty standard advice and reference which studies they pull their information from. Basically, it boils down to: get a good mix of protein, fat and vegetables; take it easy on the sugars, starches and dairy products; drink water.
I can't say I've been terribly diligent about my strength building attempts so far, but I feel more confident about my ability to do so and am able to do things I couldn't do a year ago.
The nutrition and diet information contain pretty standard advice and reference which studies they pull their information from. Basically, it boils down to: get a good mix of protein, fat and vegetables; take it easy on the sugars, starches and dairy products; drink water.
I can't say I've been terribly diligent about my strength building attempts so far, but I feel more confident about my ability to do so and am able to do things I couldn't do a year ago.
An excellent resource chock full of exercises using dumbbells, barbells and some machines. Offers lots of variations as well. Organized fairly well and also includes workout ideas, a section on dynamic stretching/warm ups and cardio drills. My only wish is that each exercise gave more specific information on the exact muscles being targeted. For instance, rear lateral raises are categorized under the BACK section but I would like to know which muscles are actually being worked.
This is the perfect resource for my current exercise wants and needs. I have been a 5-day-a-week cardio girl for years, but have needed a spring to jump off my plateau, a plateau that’s lacking in weights and toning exercises. I’ve wanted a simple routine that I can do at home with basic equipment.
I am currently on week three of “The Skinny Jeans Workout” from The Women’s Health Big Book of Exercises. I still do cardio 5 days a week, but have incorporated this workout on three of those days, increasing my total workout time slightly, but decreasing the time I spend on the treadmill or bike. I expect to see results, but ones that come slowly and stay permanently. Furthermore, with 619 detailed and pictured exercises to tone and shape my abs, arms and legs, future boredom is unlikely.
I’ve “read” this book, but it is one that I will continue to read and use on a weekly basis. Highly recommend!
I am currently on week three of “The Skinny Jeans Workout” from The Women’s Health Big Book of Exercises. I still do cardio 5 days a week, but have incorporated this workout on three of those days, increasing my total workout time slightly, but decreasing the time I spend on the treadmill or bike. I expect to see results, but ones that come slowly and stay permanently. Furthermore, with 619 detailed and pictured exercises to tone and shape my abs, arms and legs, future boredom is unlikely.
I’ve “read” this book, but it is one that I will continue to read and use on a weekly basis. Highly recommend!