- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Rodale International Ltd (21 Jan 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1405077441
- ISBN-13: 978-1405077446
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15.2 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 290,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"'A book that is readable, blokeish and funny... it's little wonder that The Abs Diet is selling like hot cakes.' The Independent"
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The Abs Diet is a three-pronged attack on the abs for a flat stomach. It shows you how to lose weight through diet and exercise and how then to tone your muscles with specific abdominal exercises. The diet is straightforward and flexible, based on 12 'super-foods' that help promote weight loss, and on eating frequent small meals. The exercise plan is a whole-body strength-training programme combined with some interval training and, finally, there are 60 abdominal exercises to choose from so you can tailor the whole regime to meet your personal requirements.
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78 of 79 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Men's Health ran an article on this 'diet' a month-or-so ago and I began to adopt some of the principles of this book then; I felt better within a few days. Put simply, you can read this book cover-to-cover in a few hours and start making changes to your approach to food straight away - it's virtually hassle free.
The main principles in the book are focused on eating combinations of the twelve 'powerfoods' that are explained in detail, and eating regularly, six times a day. It's easy to scoff at that latter concept if you're a busy person (like me!), but I've managed to fit the snacks in and I think that this element of the programme is key. It's amazing how much better I feel without going for long periods of time minus food.
The book also provides clear information on the foods that are bad for us, and why some other diets aren't too good for us, as well. At no point is there any confusing science; it's all understandable. Menus, hassle-free recipes and a basic work-out programme are also included and these support the main ideology of the book well. Everything here is, again, easy to understand and, above all, attainable.
Nothing here is rocket science, which is a good thing, but for anyone looking for a straightforward way to making a positive change to their lifestyle, this is a good place to begin.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a regular reader of Men's Health and I have a monthly subscription to the magazine. I bought this book and its sister Abs Diet book and I can't help but be slightly disappointed. However, I think my disappointment stems from being a person who has lost a lot of weight already and I may have been treating the book as the final answer to the body image i am looking for. My disappointment may be limited to my expectations. Howver for someone who wants to lose weight in a sustainable way while working out at the same time, I would strongly recommend this book. It acts to explain and education about weight loss as well as propose recipes and workouts. It is ideal for the person with good intentions but cannot figure out how to do things. I would recommend it for someone who wants to lose a stone or change their body shape. It is not for people who want to bulk up. I would recommend getting both books in the Abs diet series together.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have been trying for years to work my midsection into some type of firm body part and I have from time to time reaches those goals and this book has helped get me there faster this time around. The author gives practical advice on diet and food intake that almost everyone could follow. Exercises are basic and to the point.Not hard to follow, recommend "GI Diet, The Backsmart Fitness Plan", all three books helped me reach my goals in a short period of time.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A good regime if you stick to it!
This is a good programme if you stick to it!! However in my opinion it is hard to sustain it for long periods of time!
Published 8 months ago by Ben Rawson
I changed eating habits after reading this
I recommend this book for anyone who wants to get into better shape. It has helped me lose fat and get into better habits. Read more
Published 14 months ago by djmp
A practical guide to suit busy lifestyle
The best thing about this book (in my view) is practicality of different recipes that suit a busy lifestyle. Read more
Published on 12 April 2010 by Syed S. Khursheed
Not doable due to American ingredients
Most of the recipes in here, you won't find the ingredients in British supermarkets. It's a pity, and the recipes do sound good & it certainly reads like they know what they're... Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2010 by Matt
A fantastic start to your new life
If like me you were rapidly becoming overweight, tired, weak, flabby and generally unhappy about your health and body then this book is just for you. Read more
Published on 16 Dec 2009 by Underworld
The Abs Diet - Is it Worth it?
Hi There,
I have been training for 9 months but had neglected to do anything about my Abs as everyone already has 6 pack but it is hidden under a wall of fat. Read more
I have been training for 9 months but had neglected to do anything about my Abs as everyone already has 6 pack but it is hidden under a wall of fat. Read more
Published on 19 May 2009 by Mr. K. Joshi
Avoid the fad diets, get on the abs diet.
If you are the type of person who wants to change your eating habits, and your lifestyle but just dont know where to start, what to eat and how to exercise properly, then the abs... Read more
Published on 19 April 2009 by DanDan
Recipes are not worth following!!
Its a diet book full of recipes but other than simple sandwiches and shakes, the recipes are not worth following. Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2009 by Dev
No Fad Diet
One of the best books for weight loss and lifestyle change. I have read it almost a year ago and not only i enjoyed reading it and had a lot to learn from it, but i applied all the... Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2009 by Alexandru Dumitriu
Great Workouts and Diet advice
First things first. This is not a book of diet advice you have to put either gym time in or get yourself some dumbells and work out at home. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2009 by Mr. A. D. Symington
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