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The perfect Credit Crunch-defying fitness plan
--Sport, 27 February 2009
--Sport, 27 February 2009
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124 of 124 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this because I've become so unfit since leaving uni and starting a desk job...
First of all, this book is all about the basics. The army has tried and tested methods of getting their recruits fit. There's no gimmicks, no tricks, no shortcuts; the army has no product to sell. There's no secret to getting fit - you just need to put in the effort and commitment.
Don't be put off by the fact it is an army book - it doesn't expect you to run for hours with bricks in your burgen or have you crawling through ditches! Everything in this book is do-able, and the programs build your fitness up progressively over time.
All-round fitness comes through three components - Cardiovascular exercise, Strength training and Flexibility. This book has sections for all of these with large pictures detailing each of the exercises included in the training programe. It also has helpful little tips to get the most out of your time and effort. Also there are warm up/cool down exercises. My only word of warning is that this guide focuses on running for it's main staple of cadio activity. So bear in mind you WILL be running!
The middle part of the book details the full itinarary of exercise programs over 36 weeks -3 progressively harder stages, each 12 weeks long. By the time you get to the end of 36 weeks you will be army fit.
It also has a 4 week conditioning routine for people who haven't run in years - this prepares you for the first stage of the program.
There is a helpful section detailing targets to aim for - run times, healthy body weights, BMI, fat levels, the 'talk test' (refering to how hard you are exercising).
At the end of the book there is information on how to have a healthy diet. As you know, this is just as important as the exercises themselelves - too much or too little of certain food types mean you won't see results.
At the end of the day this book tells you what you probably already know. Exercise + Healthy diet = Fitness. It makes sense. There is no quick fix and being fit and healthy is a way of life; not a fad diet or brutal (unsustainable) exercise regime. This guide provides all the information required to attain a healthy lifestyle. As i said, no secret, no short cuts, no gimmicks. Put in the time and effort and you will get fit, also find an active hobby you enjoy doing in conjunction with this guide, as you're more likely to maintain and continue your fitness once you've completed the book.
I would recommend this book.
First of all, this book is all about the basics. The army has tried and tested methods of getting their recruits fit. There's no gimmicks, no tricks, no shortcuts; the army has no product to sell. There's no secret to getting fit - you just need to put in the effort and commitment.
Don't be put off by the fact it is an army book - it doesn't expect you to run for hours with bricks in your burgen or have you crawling through ditches! Everything in this book is do-able, and the programs build your fitness up progressively over time.
All-round fitness comes through three components - Cardiovascular exercise, Strength training and Flexibility. This book has sections for all of these with large pictures detailing each of the exercises included in the training programe. It also has helpful little tips to get the most out of your time and effort. Also there are warm up/cool down exercises. My only word of warning is that this guide focuses on running for it's main staple of cadio activity. So bear in mind you WILL be running!
The middle part of the book details the full itinarary of exercise programs over 36 weeks -3 progressively harder stages, each 12 weeks long. By the time you get to the end of 36 weeks you will be army fit.
It also has a 4 week conditioning routine for people who haven't run in years - this prepares you for the first stage of the program.
There is a helpful section detailing targets to aim for - run times, healthy body weights, BMI, fat levels, the 'talk test' (refering to how hard you are exercising).
At the end of the book there is information on how to have a healthy diet. As you know, this is just as important as the exercises themselelves - too much or too little of certain food types mean you won't see results.
At the end of the day this book tells you what you probably already know. Exercise + Healthy diet = Fitness. It makes sense. There is no quick fix and being fit and healthy is a way of life; not a fad diet or brutal (unsustainable) exercise regime. This guide provides all the information required to attain a healthy lifestyle. As i said, no secret, no short cuts, no gimmicks. Put in the time and effort and you will get fit, also find an active hobby you enjoy doing in conjunction with this guide, as you're more likely to maintain and continue your fitness once you've completed the book.
I would recommend this book.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
An excellent book - 3 start points (Levels 1, 2 and 3), plus an additional beginner level for both aerobic and strength exercises - ideal for those who haven't run or done a pressup for years.
Each level is a 12 week programme that gradually increases in intensity, and is customisable.
Buy it, use it, get fit.
Each level is a 12 week programme that gradually increases in intensity, and is customisable.
Buy it, use it, get fit.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book helps you find out how unfit you are. It then puts you back together again by having an easy user friendly layout that helps you develop your own exercise scheme.
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expected slightly more
as described: exercises and schedules, some good photos, but bit of a quick read! I expected slightly more with the number of pages but this fits with the general dumbing down of... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Martin
So straight forward .... anyone can follow this
I must say ... I love it!
It is so down to the point and straight forward that anyone can just get stuck in. Read more
It is so down to the point and straight forward that anyone can just get stuck in. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ina B.
Great!
A great addition to my collection! A clear and concise guide perfect for the novice. High quality photographs and tips on making exercises harder or easier just boost the quality... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Andy Sherwood
Old school fitness
I have been going to the gym and running now and again and got fed up with doing the same old things bench presses and bicep curls etc and found I was not really getting anywhere... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. J. P. Shields
Fantastic and sensible
This really is an excellent book. Very sensible advice, based on evidence. No ridiculous claims, an avoidance of any 'get a buff body in only 30 days' nonsense, and pleasingly... Read more
Published 10 months ago by susieeod
Great book for beginners
Great book for beginners, teaching you everything you need to know to get fit. From warm ups, to warm downs. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Steve H
Great book
Superb read with some really interesting techniques. I ready the book whilst on holiday and thoroughly enjoyed it. I have added some of the techniques to my gym sessions. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mr. I. Worthington
Brilliant!
This book is just brilliant. You don't need to pay for the gym - just use this book! I get more out of a workout now than I ever did at the gym! Read more
Published 15 months ago by scootergirl
This is a excellent book to follow.
I have been training regularly for years, I even qualified as a personnel fitness trainer and have read hundreds of fitnees books in the past, and I can tell you this is a... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Norman Beedie
Pretty basic
Good if you are joining the pipes and pans however if you are looking to join a combat reg. i would recommend the Haynes Royal Marines fitness guide, even if it's not the marines... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Dexter
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