Reviewed by Sandra MacLean for Reader Views (1/06)20 minutes to a hot body with Hollywood's coolest trainer? My initial reaction was pretty cynical - sounds like a big load of hype to this fifty something out of condition reader.
Was I ever pleasantly surprised! This book actually delivers the goods. It's full of very practical advice for anyone looking for help with a fitness program to match their unique circumstances. It starts with the basics of getting to know your body and muscles before moving into the specific exercise routines. Then it goes beyond detailed explanations of exercises, as the authors offer wide-ranging, useful and practical information and tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle.
The pleasing absence of jargon and relaxed tone make this book easy to understand and lots of photographs further demonstrate and clarify many points. I enjoyed the light-hearted humour displayed in titles like the "Couch Potato Workout" exercise series especially for devoted couch potatoes out there who still want to be fit. Once you get off the couch you might want to undertake the "Houseclean Pump" series or head out for a "Commuter Pump" session, exercises designed to while away your otherwise wasted commuter time.
There are loads of these examples of how to build exercise into real lives that involve sitting in traffic, sitting on a train, working around the house, sitting at a desk or dealing with hotel room and airport downtime to name a few of the practical applications. The descriptions go far beyond saying you can exercise in these settings and actually describe the exact exercise that is adapted to the situation.
I recommend the chapter "Strengthening Your Weak Links" as a good starting point for anyone who is out of shape or trying to become more fit as part of a program to recover from injury or to deal with arthritis. The authors offer sound advice that demonstrates their firm grasp on the realities faced by their readers. Noble and Colman do a good job of showing how to adjust a fitness regime to individual limitations and challenges.
The Body Noble promises a lot and it delivers a lot. It really does show readers how they can have a fit, sexy body without having to step into a gym or hire a personal trainer. The props are minimal and Noble encourages readers to exercise wherever they find themselves, making this one of the most practical fitness books I have read. Cost is not an issue in pursuing fitness with this program either. In fact, there really aren't any excuses left.
Just about anyone in any age group or starting level of fitness could create an exercise routine that fits their level of ability and schedule with the help of this book. I would recommend it. In fact, I was so fired up I went out and bought an exercise cable to get started!
Product Description
The hottest way to a healthy, fit body!
Would you like to get a lean, fit body, feel reenergized and stress-free, and stay in great shape without having to hire a personal trainer, race off to an exercise class, or turn your life upside down? Now you can.
"Derek's knowledge and expertise helped me to compete during my professional tennis career at my highest potential."
--John McEnroe
"Derek's program, which covers everything from fitness and stretching to nutrition, is innovative and unique. I have been searching for a program that encompasses everything that I need, and with The Body Noble, I have finally found it. I recommend this program to anyone who doesn't have a lot of time but still wants to look and feel great."
--Max Mutchnick, creator and Executive Producer of Will & Grace
"I had been on the Body Noble program for less than two weeks and I already noticed a remarkable difference in my energy and stress levels."
--Dana, mother and corporate trainer
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