4.12/5
Author: Bill Phillips, Michael D'Orso
Publication Date: Jun 10, 1999
Formats: PDF,Hardcover,Audible Audiobook,Audio CD,Paperback
Rating: 4.12/5 out of 4913
Publisher: William Morrow
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Mention the name Bill Phillips to any of the people he's
helped transform and you will see their faces light up with appreciation
and respect. These people include:
When you
begin to apply the information in this book, you will be proving
to yourself that astounding changes are within your grasp
too. And, you will discover
Body–for–LIFE
is much more than a book about physical fitness ?t's a
gateway to a new and better life, a life of rewarding and
fulfilling moments, perhaps more spectacular than you've ever dared to
dream before.
Within 12 weeks, you too are going to know ?ot
believe, but know : that the transformation you've
created with your body is merely an example of the power you have to
transform everything else in your world.
In
language that is vivid and down–to–earth, Bill Phillips
guides you, step by step, through the integrated
Body–for–LIFE
Program, which reveals:
The principles of the
Body–for–LIFE
Program are surprisingly simple but remarkably powerful. So
allow yourself to experience the force of the information in this book,
allow yourself to take your mind, your body, your life to a
higher point than you may have ever dreamed you could. All in as little
as 12 weeks.
Jan 09, 2015
I read this back in 2009, it got me going on a regular workout routine. I did find it to be fairly effective, especially for someone that had not worked out in about a decade. I've been working out regularly ever since, because I feel so much better when I do.Jan 14, 2015
Body for LIFE by Bill Phillips describes a 12-week diet and exercise program that can transform your life.Apr 12, 2008
Bill Phillips is a great guy. I only say that because this book changed me. Bill Phillips' insightful, friendly, informative style is welcoming. He sees beyond the need to "get thin" and identifies (correctly) how focusing so much on your weightloss can lead to self-absorbtion. His Journal even gives daily tips to do random acts of kindness to redirect your focus. Beyond this, the workouts are really quick, very challenging, and require planning. The meals are really good (mostly). He recommends Bill Phillips is a great guy. I only say that because this book changed me. Bill Phillips' insightful, friendly, informative style is welcoming. He sees beyond the need to "get thin" and identifies (correctly) how focusing so much on your weightloss can lead to self-absorbtion. His Journal even gives daily tips to do random acts of kindness to redirect your focus. Beyond this, the workouts are really quick, very challenging, and require planning. The meals are really good (mostly). He recommends supplements but they aren't necessary. If you just plan ahead and have the good food ready in your fridge you'll never need to "grab a bar". Now my favorite snack is an apple and string cheese. I've kept off 20 pounds for over four years. ...moreFeb 16, 2016
This book seems a bit diff from the other ones I have read on this subject. The only problem is, it is kinda complicated to apply the stuff that's written in it. Also, most of the food mentioned in it is "american style", and cant be found here, like oatmeal and such. But its amazing how it pushes you further.Jan 16, 2008
Finding this book while working at Waldenbooks was one of the tipping points of my life. After engaging with this text, I felt empowered and aware of a vastly different bodily concept than what I had grown into. This was the springboard book for my continuing exploration of my health.Apr 08, 2013
this is a review of this book I wrote on Amazon in 1999:Jun 12, 2011
I did this program before I got sick in 2005. Not only were the changes in my body incredible, but after I got out of the hospital the doctor said that it might have saved my life. Having all that additional muscle kept my body from consuming my vital organs when things were at their worst.May 19, 2008
Great exercise and eating plan. When I was following this plan, I could see a big difference in how I looked and felt. So far, every trainer I've talked to said that Bill Phillips has the best eating plan out there, and his meal supplements are the best (EAS brand)May 25, 2008
I had a lot of trouble sticking to this! FOllowing the plan was easy, but my blood work went out of whack within 2 months of having too much protein. I know this isn`t everyone`s experience, but since I get bloodwork done monthly, my body let me know that it was too much. I had a lot of trouble sticking to this! FOllowing the plan was easy, but my blood work went out of whack within 2 months of having too much protein. I know this isn`t everyone`s experience, but since I get bloodwork done monthly, my body let me know that it was too much. ...moreOct 23, 2008
I really liked the exercise program, but the diet just didn't work for me...it was too strict for six days of the week and then a totally free day for the seventh...I didn't lose any weight that way. Much better to just use the exercise techniques and eat fewer calories.Jul 16, 2009
The more I learn about nutrition and fitness, the more disillusioned with this book I become. It was the first time I'd ever followed a health regime and I have to admit that I learned quite a bit from it. But the fact that the author pushes the supplements from his company so hard that some days the suggested daily meal plans had three protein shakes of the sludge -- well it made me feel like I was in an infomercial. There are far superior products available.Dec 29, 2008
I read this last week while I was stuck under a napping Sarah solely because it was on my parents' shelf near me. And I wouldn't recommend it. While I'm sure it's worked for many people, the advice on exercise seemed too constrained to something you have to do in a gym most of the time, and not something you can just go out and do with your family as a group activity. And the dietary advice was pretty poor - not nearly enough reliance on fruits & vegetables, and way too much reliance on I read this last week while I was stuck under a napping Sarah solely because it was on my parents' shelf near me. And I wouldn't recommend it. While I'm sure it's worked for many people, the advice on exercise seemed too constrained to something you have to do in a gym most of the time, and not something you can just go out and do with your family as a group activity. And the dietary advice was pretty poor - not nearly enough reliance on fruits & vegetables, and way too much reliance on supplemental shakes. ...moreOct 28, 2007
One summer I exercised doing cardio for an hour every day for three months, ate right, probably starved myself and I lost about 10 lbs, but I didn't look any different still flabby and soft in the middle. It didn't even get me into the shape I wanted to be in for my hike down Havasupai canyon. The next January, I read Body for Life and it changed my perspective on losing weight and it transformed my body into something that looked guuuuud. I have never been in better shape in my life. The Body One summer I exercised doing cardio for an hour every day for three months, ate right, probably starved myself and I lost about 10 lbs, but I didn't look any different still flabby and soft in the middle. It didn't even get me into the shape I wanted to be in for my hike down Havasupai canyon. The next January, I read Body for Life and it changed my perspective on losing weight and it transformed my body into something that looked guuuuud. I have never been in better shape in my life. The Body for Life for Women is good to read too, but this book inspired me the most. I still use the workouts and I subconsciously follow the meal plan, so I can say that it's changed my life. ...moreDec 11, 2009
This is my favorite pop-culture diet book. Mostly I like what it did for 'fad diet' books. It is a good basic guide on living a healthy life, for the general population... HOWEVER.... realize this book is out to make money. Take the advice of eating 6 meals a day... mix up the workout. You don't have to follow his diet and his routine to have a fantastic body. The reality is, most of my clients who have read this book, believe you HAVE to follow it perfectly. If you are that motivated, and what This is my favorite pop-culture diet book. Mostly I like what it did for 'fad diet' books. It is a good basic guide on living a healthy life, for the general population... HOWEVER.... realize this book is out to make money. Take the advice of eating 6 meals a day... mix up the workout. You don't have to follow his diet and his routine to have a fantastic body. The reality is, most of my clients who have read this book, believe you HAVE to follow it perfectly. If you are that motivated, and what to make a change... HIRE A TRAINER! Best investment you will ever make. You are investing in YOUR LIFE! Quality of today tomorrow and your future. The cookbook has some good recipes, but save the money. You'll learn the same thing in even the most generic fitness magazine. ...moreJul 28, 2009
This book was not at all what I had expected. I read it on the recommendation of the Winn Brothers, and was impressed with the motivational exercises and positive psychology in the first half of the book. I found the philosophies about tackling "feared things first" and seeking out "the right amount of positive pressure" very refreshing. The second half was all about balancing weight training with aerobic exercise, and eating 6 small, high quality meals every day. I have heart problems and need This book was not at all what I had expected. I read it on the recommendation of the Winn Brothers, and was impressed with the motivational exercises and positive psychology in the first half of the book. I found the philosophies about tackling "feared things first" and seeking out "the right amount of positive pressure" very refreshing. The second half was all about balancing weight training with aerobic exercise, and eating 6 small, high quality meals every day. I have heart problems and need to follow my own doctor's guidelines for exercise and diet, but I found those sections of the book interesting as well. ...moreJan 16, 2008
Bill came into my life right when I needed him. I was going through a seperation and needed to feel good about myself. My son brought the book to my attention - something he wanted to do. I told him let me read it when you are finished so I will know how to help you. After a day of reading I told him - I want to do this with you! We worked the book steadily for over 4 months. It was a truning point in both of our lives. It gave me the physical strength I needed. I lost 25 pounds in 3 months and Bill came into my life right when I needed him. I was going through a seperation and needed to feel good about myself. My son brought the book to my attention - something he wanted to do. I told him let me read it when you are finished so I will know how to help you. After a day of reading I told him - I want to do this with you! We worked the book steadily for over 4 months. It was a truning point in both of our lives. It gave me the physical strength I needed. I lost 25 pounds in 3 months and toned up my body. I had more energy and learned the correct way to exercise. I would recommend this book to anyone that wants to feel better about themselves. If you work this book you win! ...moreJun 16, 2015
This is the best workout/fitness/getting in shape book I've ever read. It really does give you a program and all the tools you'll need. It also provides a very hopeful philosophy as a foundation to build on. I've lifted weights and exercised for a long time, there are a lot of myths and plain BS floating around out there and this book helps clarify what actually works and why. It's very structured, but yet not overwhelming at all. You should be able to pick it up cheap at a used bookstore or This is the best workout/fitness/getting in shape book I've ever read. It really does give you a program and all the tools you'll need. It also provides a very hopeful philosophy as a foundation to build on. I've lifted weights and exercised for a long time, there are a lot of myths and plain BS floating around out there and this book helps clarify what actually works and why. It's very structured, but yet not overwhelming at all. You should be able to pick it up cheap at a used bookstore or Salvation Army somewhere, I got it for a buck. I think the author of this book is coming from a place of genuine care and that his motivations are good. This is the exact book I needed to find and put into use! ...moreJan 12, 2011
Great eating and exercise plan. Initially when I started I lost 35 pounds and in the words of a co-worker I looked "svelte" (Woot for me!) It takes a bit to get in the groove, but of all the diets and work-outs I have read, none are as well supported medically, nutritionally, or by gyms as this one. Granted it's not wheat, milk, sugar and animal meat free; which I have read books stating why all those things are terrible. Additionally you can have one whole day to eat ANYTHING you want. So, as Great eating and exercise plan. Initially when I started I lost 35 pounds and in the words of a co-worker I looked "svelte" (Woot for me!) It takes a bit to get in the groove, but of all the diets and work-outs I have read, none are as well supported medically, nutritionally, or by gyms as this one. Granted it's not wheat, milk, sugar and animal meat free; which I have read books stating why all those things are terrible. Additionally you can have one whole day to eat ANYTHING you want. So, as far as I am concerned, this is moderation at it's finest. Well explained, well documented in the book and I'm living proof it works. I lived the diet for 5 years, in periods of my life, along with Eating for Life (his cookbook which has some of the best recipes I've ever used). I am now looking to switch it up. (I haven't stayed true to my eating as I should have during and after my pregnancy) ...moreNov 08, 2011
We have all read a smattering of self-help books over the years that have briefly inspired moderation of our behavior for hopefully a more positive life style. This book is one from that category in my library. Body for Life is about modifying diet, exercising, and lifting weights in order to slim down and sculpt your body in a 12 week program. It is filled with many testimonials and photos of successful people who changed their lives through this regime. I have held on to this book in hopes of We have all read a smattering of self-help books over the years that have briefly inspired moderation of our behavior for hopefully a more positive life style. This book is one from that category in my library. Body for Life is about modifying diet, exercising, and lifting weights in order to slim down and sculpt your body in a 12 week program. It is filled with many testimonials and photos of successful people who changed their lives through this regime. I have held on to this book in hopes of re-motivating myself with the simple truths found in its pages and testimonials.Jul 08, 2013
4.5 stars. Inspirational and thought provoking, and definitely motivational. I really enjoyed it. Bill Phillips has done a thorough job of trying to get us off the sofa! He has an easy to follow meal plan, an entirely doable workout schedule, and plenty of pep talks! His methods make sense and are highly motivational and challenging. What I really appreciated about this book is that he's not trying to sell you the latest greatest fat burning pill or weight loss fad diet. What he's offering here 4.5 stars. Inspirational and thought provoking, and definitely motivational. I really enjoyed it. Bill Phillips has done a thorough job of trying to get us off the sofa! He has an easy to follow meal plan, an entirely doable workout schedule, and plenty of pep talks! His methods make sense and are highly motivational and challenging. What I really appreciated about this book is that he's not trying to sell you the latest greatest fat burning pill or weight loss fad diet. What he's offering here is a life changer. Change the way you think, change the way you eat, change your body, and ultimately, change your life. The only reason this book didn't quite get a five star rating from me, is because I'm not entirely convinced you'll get the results in a mere 12 weeks, like he claims. Sure, for some people maybe, but not all. Still, it's a great read, and I wish everyone- yes, EVERYONE, could read it. And accept his challenge. It's all up to you- get in the best shape of your life! ...moreMar 04, 2015
What does bodily well being have to do with phenomenology? A LOT. I worked this program out (with probably substantial modifications) in the past, and had a ton of success. Of course, I was working 40 hour weeks on a farm in the summer, and perhaps eating less than I should have, but nevertheless, I give props to this book for it's reasoned work-out methodology and psyche-building encouragement.Nov 11, 2012
This book literally changed my life. I read it in 2002 and went on to lose 77 lbs by completing three back to back challenges. It's really amazing. I even trained for a figure competition after getting down to 19% body fat.May 02, 2010
I was never overweight until I hit my teens--then I struggled for decades with an increasing weight problem that got worse with every diet. I'd collect diets and diet books, Scarsdale, Rice Diet among others, all promising 20 pounds of weight loss within two weeks--and you know what, I succeeded in that. Problem was, that was a weight loss I couldn't sustain, not even long enough to get to goal weight and each time I'd fall away I'd get even fatter, until I was morbidly obese--over 250 pounds I was never overweight until I hit my teens--then I struggled for decades with an increasing weight problem that got worse with every diet. I'd collect diets and diet books, Scarsdale, Rice Diet among others, all promising 20 pounds of weight loss within two weeks--and you know what, I succeeded in that. Problem was, that was a weight loss I couldn't sustain, not even long enough to get to goal weight and each time I'd fall away I'd get even fatter, until I was morbidly obese--over 250 pounds and a size 24.Jun 07, 2011
Ugh. I'm always wary of books with chapters that have trademark symbols. This book reads like an infomercial. It spends more time making promises of amazing results than it does actually saying anything of substance. It hints of a complete transformation into a thin, muscle-bound new you within 12 weeks. It's lined with before-and-after photos, which hints at what's possible with the program, but he never actually claims that they were achieved in 12 weeks. In fact, nothing was specifically Ugh. I'm always wary of books with chapters that have trademark symbols. This book reads like an infomercial. It spends more time making promises of amazing results than it does actually saying anything of substance. It hints of a complete transformation into a thin, muscle-bound new you within 12 weeks. It's lined with before-and-after photos, which hints at what's possible with the program, but he never actually claims that they were achieved in 12 weeks. In fact, nothing was specifically claimed to be possible within 12 weeks.Aug 01, 2012
I am happy to read a book where the author is trying to stay with reality as much as possible. I felt he addressed quite a few nagging topics for the average person in a very up front and positive manner.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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