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01-28-2008, 04:43 PM
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Fitness book recommendations
Hi guys!
I was wondering if you have any good books on fitness and/or nutrition you recommend? Women and fitness in particular but not limited to that alone.
I'm basically looking to build some muscle and tone up. So hardcore bodybuilding is not for me. 
Anyway any suggestions are helpful Thanks!
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01-29-2008, 07:58 AM
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I strongly recommend The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Shuler, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Cassandra Forsythe.
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01-29-2008, 08:12 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Emoore
I strongly recommend The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Shuler, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Cassandra Forsythe.
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The above book is an excellent book! If I were you though I would read several different books. You will probably see significant differences in some of them. Just make sure to bounce your the plan you develop off the ladies here as a lot of misconceptions exist on female body building and unfortunately most of them make it into print. While coming up with something for my wife I read lots of different books and it was definately to my advantage to be able to come here and bounce ideas off some of the women here who have had success!
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01-29-2008, 08:40 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Emoore
I strongly recommend The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Shuler, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Cassandra Forsythe.
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I just picked up this book yesterday, I'm looking forward to reading it! 
I also recommend Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle by Tom Venuto. Another great read.
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01-29-2008, 07:49 PM
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The Body Sculpting Bible for Women by Hugo Rivera is a great book imho
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01-30-2008, 07:14 AM
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I love Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier. A very straight forward how-to. No nutrition advice though.
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01-30-2008, 08:01 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Emoore
I strongly recommend The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Shuler, Alwyn Cosgrove, and Cassandra Forsythe.
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I was thinking of buying this one. Good to hear a couple of folks recommend it.
To the OP, get on Amazon and do a search for female fitness/weight lifting books. You can read tons of reviews there.
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01-30-2008, 10:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by xEmeraldx
I'm basically looking to build some muscle and tone up. So hardcore bodybuilding is not for me. |
Building some muscle IS hardcore bodybuilding. Just fewer calories.
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01-31-2008, 06:08 PM
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Thanks a lot guys. I will definitely get a few of these!
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Originally Posted by dvsness
Building some muscle IS hardcore bodybuilding. Just fewer calories. |
Well I was just trying to get a point across as in I'm not doing it to compete or anything. I just want a lil' bit more
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01-31-2008, 11:23 PM
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- Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier
Bodybuilding Encylopedia by Arnold Schwarzenegger
Bodybuilding 101 by Robert Wolff
My favourite - Super Vixen by Jayde Nigra (out of print but used copies are available)
The Eat Clean Diet by Tosca Reno - I know it's not a fittness about but your diet does play an important role in over all fitness
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02-02-2008, 08:11 PM
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I really like the Oxygen magazine, it comes with workouts and meals
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02-02-2008, 08:36 PM
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Try "Flex Appeal by Rachel" by Rachel McLish and Bill Reynolds. Out of print, but a great foundation for a woman's strength-training library. It covers most everything A to Z and even at 25 years old the information is still valid and engaging.
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02-03-2008, 05:35 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mindi911
- Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier
Bodybuilding Encylopedia by Arnold Schwarzenegger
Bodybuilding 101 by Robert Wolff
My favourite - Super Vixen by Jayde Nigra (out of print but used copies are available)
The Eat Clean Diet by Tosca Reno - I know it's not a fittness about but your diet does play an important role in over all fitness |
Everyone should have a copy of The Eat Clean Diet. The Eat Clean Cookbook is awesome too.
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02-04-2008, 12:37 PM
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I use " realistic approch to bodybuilding" I know your not looking to build but the workouts and diet tips are great
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02-04-2008, 02:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Scarletfire1970
Everyone should have a copy of The Eat Clean Diet. The Eat Clean Cookbook is awesome too.
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Funny you should mention that. I can't stand Tosca Reno. Something about her writing style drives me crazy.
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Hey, here's a crazy idea. How about eating a reasonable amount of quality food you actually enjoy, every day--- forever?
Amateur boxer, kettlebell slinger, TRX afficianado.
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02-04-2008, 02:33 PM
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deracate chinese frower
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Scarletfire1970
Everyone should have a copy of The Eat Clean Diet. The Eat Clean Cookbook is awesome too.
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Cool I haven't seen it will look out for it
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02-05-2008, 07:08 PM
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I reccommend the ebook Truth About Six Pack Abs, you can't buy in stores.
http://www.truthaboutabs.com/?hop=rebeckon
I also reccommend this ebook, The Fat Burning Furnace which is also excellent:
http://www.fatburningfurnace.com/?hop=rebeckon
They are NOT scams, in case anyone is worried. They are backed with money back guarantees and are scam-free according to siteadvisor.com, and it is the best I've read out, giving the whole truth that is easy and guarantees the fastest results.
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03-05-2008, 07:15 PM
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Great review page
There is a website with a concise list of recommended fitness e-books! Check it out, it lists some great resources.
www.fitnessbookrecommendations.com
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