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Summary: Excellent: a clear testimony of Zane's intelligence
Review: Fabulously Fit Forever is an excellent publication for any fitness conscious individual, regardless of age or gender. Zane clearly displayed his intellect and educational background in his explanations, giving the book an academic flavor. As a social psychologist, it was interesting how Zane incorporated Jungian Psycholgy into his outlook on bodybuilding. For someone familiar with Jungian Psychology, it was truly enlightening. One could also detect the influence of Freud in the publication.The publication clearly showed multifaceted bodybuilding is; reaching different dimensions for people with different needs. If there was one thing that Zane achieved in the publication, it was the fact that he shatterd the stereotype of bodybuilding as a "youthful" sport. The workout routines are marvalous, and I have incorporated many of Zane's exercises into my current routine. As a bodybuilder for 20 years, Fabulously Fit Forever still teaches valuable lessons to the "veterans" in the field. This is especially true when it comes to injuries and nutrition. Zane's philosophy is excellent, and one could tell a Buddhist influence in Zane. Though many readers may not embrace the philosophical aspects of the publication, Zane clearly showed the power of the mind in relation to the sport. As a psychologist, Zane clearly applied his academic knowledge to something empirical. If you are looking for bodybuilding hype, this is not the book for you. In terms of substance, it truly brings essence to the sport of bodybuilding. Zane is an excellent example of an intellectual bodybuilder. I would recommend Fabulously Fit Forever to anyone without reservation.
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Summary: A Great Reference Book!
Review: Frank Zane (Mr. Olympia 1977-78-79) wrote a great book!
The book revolves around four major concepts: Exercise, Attitude, Rest and Nutrition. They are all equally important. No one should expect meaningful results excelling in one area and neglecting the others.
I found the book inspiring and extremely useful for people of all walks of life (both men and women) I understand the reviewers that states that this not a "hardcore bodybuilder" book. Zane was a pioneer athlete that focused his entire and remarkable career in getting a proportionate body versus a huge one. This is a holistic approach to the sport. Zane still train hard and looks impressive beyond his fifties. Nevertheless, advanced and extremely demanding techniques are also available.
I highly recommended this book if you want to be fit and healthy!
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Summary: Great, but too much philosophy nonsense
Review: Frank Zane's book is great when it comes to workouts and his explanation of bodybuilding principles. But I have two complaints against it: 1) There is TOO MUCH philosophical crap. When Zane starts to become a poet, it is unbearable. Look dude, I didn't buy this book so I could get a copy of the "Power of positive thinking". 2) He plugs his favourite products like crazy. He makes them boldfaced (*every* place they appear) and all caps. I begin to wonder how much money he got for those endorsements. He sometimes sounds like an infomercial. I like this book - the good half anyway.
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Summary: Review
Review: Frank Zane, the author, is a 3 time "Mr. Olympia," and also had the fortune of defeating Arnold Schwarzenegger when Arnold first came to the US to compete. Zane's physique and approach towards presenting his physique and its appearance was years ahead of the competition. Now, that he's retired and is 50 years of age, his book is a more holistic book towards fitness and bodybuilding. It's not a "hardcore" book for "hardcore" bodybuilders. It's a good introductory or intermediate book for those interested in bodybuilding. The pictures are great and the psychological analysis towards life (ie stages of life) and focus that Zane discusses is very relevant for those who are getting older ( ie babyboomers). I am still waiting for him to write a "hardcore" bodybuilding book.
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Summary: Great primer for newbie body builders
Review: I enjoyed the philosophical bent to the workouts that Zane uses to paint a nice picture in the mind of how to workout and get into shape with weights and nutrition. The photos are great and workouts easy to follow. I'd give it 5 stars except that not enough is covered on more advanced body building techniques this is more of a beginner to intermediate level book. Other than that was a joy to read and useful way to start working out. Much better than that Bill Phillips Body for Life [stuff]. I also like the fact that unlike BFL, Zane does not push supplements on folks other than protein and vitamins which is no a big deal.
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Summary: Great primer for newbie body builders
Review: I found the routines in this book to be excellent in terms of exercise selection, technique, appropriate volume, frequency, aerobics, diet, etc. I wonder about the reviewer who said this book wasn't for the "hardcore bodybuilder"; sounds like that poor guy is more moved by mass monster pictures and hype than real content. Zane was and continues to be a pioneer in the bodybuilding world and is one of the few that can articulate his knowledge in this format. Three days after trying one of his workouts, that emphisize stretching between every set, I was still feeling that good pain that signals growth is in the making. His true mastery seems to be in exercise selection and order (his biceps exercise combinations are perfect). Not only that, but Zane outlines how bodybuilding interacts with psychological development, and outlines basic methods for using meditation to get the most out of bodybuilding and life. This from a reviewer who has read most of whats out there in bodybuilding literature, from Arnold to Mentzer, and now Zane. Zane is on par with Clarence Bass in his lack of hype and presentation of usable information; which is the highest complement I can give.
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Summary: A true master of exercise selection
Review: I found the routines in this book to be excellent in terms of exercise selection, technique, appropriate volume, frequency, aerobics, diet, etc. I wonder about the reviewer who said this book wasn't for the "hardcore bodybuilder"; sounds like that poor guy is more moved by mass monster pictures and hype than real content. Zane was and continues to be a pioneer in the bodybuilding world and is one of the few that can articulate his knowledge in this format. Three days after trying one of his workouts, that emphisize stretching between every set, I was still feeling that good pain that signals growth is in the making. His true mastery seems to be in exercise selection and order (his biceps exercise combinations are perfect). Not only that, but Zane outlines how bodybuilding interacts with psychological development, and outlines basic methods for using meditation to get the most out of bodybuilding and life. This from a reviewer who has read most of whats out there in bodybuilding literature, from Arnold to Mentzer, and now Zane. Zane is on par with Clarence Bass in his lack of hype and presentation of usable information; which is the highest complement I can give.
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Summary: From the Master of bodybuilding, fitness, and the mind.
Review: I found this book to be very informative, and took in aspects of getting in shape that most people don't even consider, like the connection your attitude, and your
thoughts have on your ability to improve yourself. Mr. Zane
covers many subjects from training equipment to nutritional
advise that has worked for him, and training routines for a motivated kid to a senior. Mr. Zane states that he is over
50. Zane looks great over 50 or not! The photos prove it.
Check it out.
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Summary: A Roadmap for Life Long Fitness
Review: This book is an excellant guide to getting in shape, written by a man with over 30 years experiance as a bodybuilder and personal trainer. Chapter 6, which focuses on an excellant 3-way split training routine, is especially good. Chapter 9, which focuses on nutrition, is good, but would have been much better if the authour's advice on nutritional supplements had been clearer.
Rating:
Summary: A Roadmap for Life Long Fitness
Review: This book is an excellant guide to getting in shape, written by a man with over 30 years experiance as a bodybuilder and personal trainer. Chapter 6, which focuses on an excellant 3-way split training routine, is especially good. Chapter 9, which focuses on nutrition, is good, but would have been much better if the authour's advice on nutritional supplements had been clearer.
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