Helpful Score: 3
You have to get through about 100 pages of the book to even reach the weight lifting exercises. And even then, the photos aren't very good and there aren't any modifications. If you are a true beginner to lifting weights, this book isn't for you. For those who use this book, you will need weights, a barbell, a pullup device on your door, step, and other home gym equipment. The author's premise is to encourage women to lift heavier weights than 2-3 pounds. I agree. I've seen great results from heavier weights. The authors don't believe in doing isolated exercises for certain muscles so for example there isn't anything specific for triceps, calves, or biceps in this book. He, yes the main author is a man writing a book aimed at women, says the large compound exercises will work those other smaller muscles. His writing style isn't very clear and he promotes the use of protein shakes (he works for a company that makes those and he does disclose that fact in the book). There's good information here, but nothing new or revolutionary. I expected more from the book. I was disappointed.
Helpful Score: 1
You have to get through about 100 pages of the book to even reach the weight lifting exercises. And even then, the photos aren't very good and there aren't any modifications. If you are a true beginner to lifting weights, this book isn't for you. For those who use this book, you will need weights, a barbell, a pullup device on your door, step, and other home gym equipment. The author's premise is to encourage women to lift heavier weights than 2-3 pounds. I agree. I've seen great results from heavier weights. The authors don't believe in doing isolated exercises for certain muscles so for example there isn't anything specific for triceps, calves, or biceps in this book. He, yes the main author is a man writing a book aimed at women, says the large compound exercises will work those other smaller muscles. His writing style isn't very clear and he promotes the use of protein shakes (he works for a company that makes those and he does disclose that fact in the book). There's good information here, but nothing new or revolutionary. I expected more from the book. I was disappointed.
Beth D. (zaneopal) reviewed The New Rules of Lifting for Women: Lift Like a Man, Look Like a Goddess on
Helpful Score: 1
This is a great book for any woman who is interested in learning to lift weights properly and get in shape. Muscle strength is an essential part of fitness, and one often overlooked by most women.
The author is great about the way he approaches the whole "ditch the plastic Barbie weights and pick up the big girl iron".
The author is great about the way he approaches the whole "ditch the plastic Barbie weights and pick up the big girl iron".
