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Ten Years Thinner: Six Weeks to a Leaner, Younger-Looking You by Christine Lydon
Book Summary InformationAuthor: Christine Lydon Edition: Hardcover Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published) Published: 2007-12-18 ISBN: 0738211028 Number of pages: 288 Publisher: Da Capo Press
Book Reviews of Ten Years Thinner: Six Weeks to a Leaner, Younger-Looking YouBook Review: Very Well Written and Informative Summary: 5 Stars
Dr. Lydon has written a very informative, solidly scientifically based, and entertaining book about exercise and nutrition and how to achieve long term results in an easily understood and adaptable program--especially for those with busy schedules.
I initially purchased this book for my wife. She is in very good shape, much better than she recognizes, but has been frustrated by what she feels is her inability to lose "the last" 10 pounds, as well as gain back some muscle, and get back to her pre-pregnancy shape.
I purchased Dr. Lydon's book knowing of her reputation and successful involvement in the fitness and bodybuilding arenas. The book likely is targeted towards women, but applicable for both men and women. I have been bodybuilding and powerlifting daily for over 18 years and studying martial arts for more than a decade. We essentially have a commercial gym in our basement. I really like reading about exercise and nutrition and have read several books and articles on the topic. Consequently, when I come across a book that is both enjoyable and provides me with well written and thought out information I take notice.
This book explains in an enjoyable format the science behind exercise and nutrition. You come away from the book with a tremendous amount of fundamental knowledge, but do not feel as though you are reading a textbook. Dr. Lydon explains the concepts very well and this understanding, I think, makes it easier and more likely that you will be able to follow her program for the long term.
My wife has told me the workout program in the book is challenging (in a good way), without aggravating her knees. She initially was concerned about the circuit training and callisthenic exercises that are included in the program. I really like these types of exercises, even given my bias for heavy free weight lifting. I use them in a cardio martial arts workout that I perform regularly; the nice thing about circuit training and callisthenics is that you can start out easily and progress over time and later ramp up the intensity as you improve--and do so without the need for any extensive equipment or a gym. There really is no limit to how effective and challenging this type of training can be made. I point this out, especially since I do not want to give the impression this book is only aimed at advanced exercisers. It is not. It is great for beginners, as well.
It also is obvious that Dr. Lydon's medical background allowed her to design a program that allows for the greatest gains without the negative effects some high impact exercises can have upon the body.
Having heard of and followed Dr. Lydon's bodybuilding and fitness career and read articles she has written in the past I knew this purchase would be a good idea. The book has exceeded our expectations.
Summary of Ten Years Thinner: Six Weeks to a Leaner, Younger-Looking YouWhat if you could have slimmer hips, firmer thighs, flatter abs, more defined arms, and clearer, younger-looking skin in just six weeks? Based on years of her groundbreaking research and four clinical trials, Dr. Christine Lydon has developed an innovative diet and exercise regimen to burn fat and alter one?s body chemistry, resulting in rapid, dramatic results that you will begin to see and feel within the first week. Governed by ten simple dietary guidelines and ten easy, at-home exercises, Ten Years Thinner emphasizes healthy eating from protein, carbohydrate, and fat sources and demands only twenty to twenty-five minutes of hand-weight exercises a day. There is no calorie counting, messy measuring, or complicated points to calculate; the program requires very little initial physical fitness and promises no more boring and time-consuming cardio workouts. With more than thirty-five delicious recipes and sixty-five easy-to-follow exercise photos, Ten Years Thinner is a simple, sustainable road map to the physique you?ve always dreamed of having!
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