The Bowflex Body Plan: The Power is Yours - Build More Muscle, Lose More Fat - Hardcover

Darden PhD, Ellington

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1579546897 ISBN 13: 9781579546892

Publisher: Rodale Press, 2003

Synopsis

The Bowflex exercise system is based on the simple bow and arrow principle. Its patented "Power Rod" technology flexes and extends to provide force or resistance. Here is a scientifically proven regimen for achieving a firm, lean, body in only 6 weeks. Included are three, complete programmes for out of shape athletes, women who need to target their hips and thighs, and individuals who want to focus on their abdominals. In only 6 weeks, a man can expect to lose up to 35 pounds of fat and 5 inches off his waist. A serious woman can expect to lose up to 19 pounds of fat and 4 inches off her thighs.

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About the Author

For 40 years Ellington Darden, Ph.D., has worked with thousands of people who want to perform better physically, look more attractive, and improve their overall health. As director of research for Nautilus Sports/Medical Industries for 20 years, he helped develop and popularize the highly acclaimed Nautilus exercise equipment. Now, for the past decade, he's been a Bowflex advocate. Ellington resides with his family in Orlando, Florida, where he continues to supervise training for research, writes, and works out in his customized home gym.

From the Back Cover

Target Your Results with The Bowflex Body Plan

NOW, THE POWER IS YOURS TO BUILD MORE MUSCLE AND LOSE MORE FAT

Are you

* Tired of being flabby?
* Embarrassed by that spare tire around your waist?
* Worn out by carrying excessive body weight?
* Frustrated by the size of your hips and thighs?

Do you

* Feel weak or vulnerable to injury?
* Want a more powerful chest, more defined legs, tighter abdominals, or more muscular arms?
* Need an advanced workout to peak your physique?
* Care about living leaner and stronger-- longer?

With this time-saving approach exclusively designed by one of America's top fitness experts and strength consultants, The Bowflex Body Plan is THE guide to help you achieve the leanness and vitality you've always wanted-- in just 6 weeks.

BURN THE FAT.

BUILD THE MUSCLE.

SEE THE DIFFERENCE.

Let Bowflex target your results. Do it today!

"If you want to get in shape FAST, get started on The Bowflex Body Plan right NOW!"
--Peter Fleck, Two-time X Games Water Ski Jump Champion

From the Inside Flap

THE BOWFLEX BODY PLAN

Discover the super secrets for getting the most out of the hottest home workout machine ever.

We've all seen those attractive Bowflex bodies on television. Well, you don't have to resemble a model to achieve a Bowflex body. Now, you can apply the complete science behind what it takes to get that lean, muscular look. The course of action you're holding in your hands contains the best-possible routines and practices that, combined, cause greater and faster results.

The Bowflex exercise system is based on the simple bow-and-arrow principle. Its patented Power Rod technology flexes and extends to provide force or resistance, part of your week-by-week workouts, which focus on all major muscle groups. Merge the recommended Bowflex routines with Dr. Ellington Darden's guidelines on eating, hydrating, and resting, and you'll be well on your way to getting the results you've always wanted.

In addition to four fat-loss meal plans, you'll find complete programs for out-of-shape athletes, women who want to reduce their hips and thighs, and individuals who wish to focus on their abdominals. Choose the one that's right for you, depending on your age, experience, body type, and personal goals. Throughout these pages you'll be inspired by reports and photographs of real results from real people using a real Bowflex machine.

With a little discipline and patience, you'll see your extra fat begin to vanish, revealing your muscles' lean lines. In only six weeks, a man could drop 35 pounds of fat and 5 inches from his waist. A woman could lose 19 pounds of fat and 4 inches from her thighs. And both can build 3 pounds of muscle. Best of all, you will experience strength, firmness, and muscular refinement as never before.

Elegant, instructive photographs of Dr. Darden's top 23 Bowflex exercises make this the ideal fitness manual for both men and women-- those who already use the Bowflex system as well as the many new users of this fast-growing home-exercise system. The only authorized book on the subject, The Bowflex Body Plan will help you lose fat, build muscle, and reshape your body-- fast.

Soon you will have the results you've always wanted. Soon you will have a Bowflex body.

For 40 years ELLINGTON DARDEN, Ph.D., has worked with thousands of people who want to perform better physically, look more attractive, and improve their overall health. As director of research for Nautilus Sports/Medical Industries for 20 years, he helped develop and popularize the highly acclaimed Nautilus exercise equipment. Now, for the past decade, he's been a Bowflex advocate. Ellington resides with his family in Orlando, Florida, where he continues to supervise training for research, writes, and works out in his customized home gym.

Jacket design by Christopher Rhoads
Cover photo by Mitch Mandel

Edition details

• Publisher: Rodale Press
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1579546897
• ISBN 13: 9781579546892
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 312