Bill Phillips et al - Body for Life: 12 Weeks to Mental and Physical Strength Books

Pros: Most will see 'results' if program adhered to.
Cons: Program isn't for everybody. Additional purchases needed.

In an almost obsessive-compulsive mannerism I have embarked onto the trail of well-being knowledge. Such was the case when entering the parental path. One of the beneficial inspirations to me presented itself through self-help nonfiction publications....

Pros: Well written, organized, easy to understand and a good plan.
Cons: The workout can be confusing, too many shakes a day.

Pros: the weightlifting exercises are pictured in stages w/ helpful tips
Cons: Phillips believes in no pain no gain; his diet advice might not be helpful

So far I’ve reviewed several books with diet or nutrition plans that mention nothing of anaerobic exercise, which is weightlifting, but only aerobic exercise, which is walking for example. Now I’ve found one. This very popular, New York Times bestseller...

Pros: You will see results!
Cons: Insanity strikes ~ when you least expect it!

I am very skeptical about fitness programs and diets. I am a Nutritionist (B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics) and I studied alot about fad diets and how useless they are. You tend to lose weight incorrectly and then in the end, gain it all...

Pros: Easy to follow, fun!
Cons: ZERO!

I have never had a weight problem, could always eat what I wanted with little weight gain....then I turned 30. Not that this was a bad thing....I'm loving my 30s! Anyway, it seemed my metabolism was slowing down a tad....my jeans were getting a little...

Pros: Good for motivation. Allows a lot of healthy food. No snakeoil or magic pills required.
Cons: Should give more detailed information on weight training, pictures could set unrealistic expectations

Body For Life outlines a sensible diet and exercise program. It begins with stories from people who have completed the program, and then outlines the diet and exercise strategies that were used to achieve their goals. The book concludes with more...

Pros: Easy to read, great analogies, nice work-out examples
Cons: Need more work-out examples; need supplement coupons

I have always had one of those Wisconsin bodies. You know, the body with the 8 inch Goodyear tire around the mid-section that is evidence of years of consuming, milk, cheese, and, beer…all the staples of growing up in Milwaukee WI. To date, my only...

Pros: Specific, great support system, free worksheets and other materials
Cons: Very limited food choices

I’m a tad overweight. I make no bones about it. I look in the mirror and cringe. I am twenty-nine and still carrying around the extra weight that I picked up when I got pregnant. For two years I have been going to the gym. I have spent a great deal of...

Pros: Specific information with pictures and a proven track record.
Cons: Expensive supplements required

"Body for Life" is not your typical diet book. Written for those losing weight and for those interested in developing a better body, author Bill Phillips presents a very specific and detailed program that is not just another book on nutrition and...

Pros: It works!
Cons: Myoplex is expensive, and the time limits for the workouts are wrong

I've decided to finally take the leap, and come out of the "Body For Life" closet. I've been on the program now for seven weeks, and if I can't say that I'm a Body-for-lifer and proud at this point, then when?

Not that there's...

Pros: very motivational and inspirational, good for beginners, helpful tips
Cons: concentrates on the use of dietary supplements, geared toward fat loss, not muscle gain

I bought this book about 8 months ago from Chapters. I have not followed the diet and training plan exactly as outlined, but I did gain some valuable insights into what makes a good program.

Pros:
The book is very easy to read....

Pros: it actually is easy to follow
Cons: requires discipline

Body for Life is not the key to losing weight with no effort. But since when did all those diet supplements really work anyway? I have tried many, many different kinds of diets and supplements, even had a doctor prescribe me a diet...

Pros: It works. Only 12 weeks for results. No "special" food required.
Cons: None after completion!

UPDATE It was pointed out to me that this may be perceived as reviewing the program and not the book. Understand that the book IS the program. Other than some stories of some past champions in the beginning of the book and some motivational ...

Pros: Sensible, sane, and doable
Cons: Like anything worthwhile, requires discipline

Has epinions made a difference in my life? Sure, it sucks up hours of my time and marginally thickens my wallet, but am I going to be a different person because of it?

Well, ask me again in another 11 weeks.

You see, a while ago...

Pros: Simple, Common Sense, Easy to Read, Very Motivational
Cons: Lack of Warm Up, Cool Down, Stretching, Light on Cardiovascular Fitness

He hates slobs, or at least, that was the impression that I got. He wants to help by providing a simple formula that the average couch potato can employ to burn fat and build muscle in three months.

His plan is simple: change your eating...