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Scott Cole (Author), Tom Seabourne (Author)
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September 24, 2002

Attain the essential core strength that will result in rock-hard abs without doing endless crunches! Scott Cole, the fitness celebrity made famous on the Abs of Steel video, presents his revolutionary program to develop and maintain a sculpted midsection.

This workout can be done at home, and no expensive equipment is necessary! Rather than focus on endless repetitions of painful crunches, this program uses your entire body to condition your core. Athletic Abs combines principles found in sport training, martial arts, gymnastics, and yoga to isolate and develop the four abdominal regions. Not only will these exercises result in a chiseled look, they'll also increase your overall strength, flexibility, and balance. Plus, a special section combining nutrition and interval training will help you burn fat and showcase your abs.

In addition to starring in the bestselling Abs of Steel, Scott Cole has been named one of IDEA's top five fitness trainers in the world. He has been featured as a fitness expert on ABC, NBC, and HGTV and has written for USA Today, Men's Fitness, Shape, GQ, and Fit, among many others. He is currently one of the most sought-after fitness professionals in the world. Together, Scott Cole and cowriter Tom Seaborne, an elite cyclist and third-dan black belt, have over 45 years of experience helping thousands achieve their physical peak.

Whether you are looking to enhance your general fitness or improve your sports performance, the Athletic Abs workout will ensure that you achieve a powerful core of chiseled, rock-hard abs!


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"""Scott's strength and stretching exercises are the secret to a strong, sexy midsection."""
Gena Lee Nolin, Baywatch/Sheena actress
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Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Human Kinetics (September 24, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0736041214
  • ISBN-13: 978-0736041218
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,114,731 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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SCOTT COLE continues to lift spirits, open minds, tone bodies, and inspire hearts through motivational appearances in over 30 countries.

Earning the title of National Aerobic Champion, starring in the top-selling ABS OF STEEL video series, and creating conscious DVD programs like MILLENNIUM STRETCH, DISCOVER TAI CHI, and GET FIT AMERICA FOR KIDS (Winner of NAPPA Best Fitness DVD), Scott considers no audience off limits, and has dedicated his life to increasing "wellness literacy" on all fronts.

Scott's speaking engagements run the gamut from school assemblies to spiritual venues to fitness conventions to self and business empowerment. Scott's LIVE "Interactive Keynote" clients include CEO John Chamber and Cisco Systems, Cartus Annual Forum, Starlight, Frostburg State University, and the United States Navy.

Scott also performs Wellness Weekends and Retreats at locations worldwide including Canyon Ranch, Kripalu Center, Bacara Resort, La Quinta Resort, Lakewoods Resort, and the Green Gulch Farm and Zen Center.

Named one of the Top 5 Fitness Instructors in the world by IDEA, Scott is an American Fitness (AFAA) Notable for his work with HIV/AIDS and abused children. He is a continuing education provider for AAAI-ISMA. His home base is currently Palm Springs California at the Well Spirit Fitness Center.

With over 25 published products from motivational music to meditation to martial arts, Scott appears regularly on television as a health and wellness expert -- ABC's The View, CBS' The Early Show, LIVE with Regis and Kelly, CNN Headline News, SoapTalk, The Food Network, HGTV, E!, and in over 500 publications worldwide, from WEB MD to SHAPE to Men's Fitness to The Wall Street Journal.

 

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Solid Training, January 2, 2006
This review is from: Athletic Abs (Paperback)
This is a great training book for abs. Seabourne and Cole have compiled a comprehensive series of core exercises while simultaneously delivering a witty banter to provide a workout philosophy that encompasses the exercises. The focus is not on a wrote routine of 1000 crunches, 100 leg lifts, etc. Rather, the authors tell you to focus your mind on the muscle group you're working so you complete each repetition with perfect form and maximum benefit.

I have a bad lower back and found most of the exercises did not stress that area. Some did, especially the leg lifts, but as my core strength increased, I found I was able to incorporate those exercises successfully into my routine.

Cons: I also have reservations about the taiji exercises they included in the book (monkey creeps back, etc.), not because they're not useful, but because it's really hard to perform them correctly without someone observing your form and correcting your movements. I think if you've never done the exercises before, you would be hard pressed to perform them correctly and beneficially from the description and few photos in the book.

The lack of "many" photos is my biggest annoyance. I'd call it constructive criticism rather than a complaint. I found myself lost in slightly vague descriptions on a couple exercises. A photo of beginning, middle, and end positions would clear up any confusion.

Overall: I thought the book had great ab exercises and a good training philosophy. I felt results, especially in the upper abs, after about two weeks. Two or so months later, I find my balance is better. I definitely recommend the book.
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3 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Bizarre book, November 1, 2004
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Chris Salzer (Gainesville, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This book has about as much to do with abs as a book on stamp collecting. From the bizarre pictures of a guy doing strange contortionist exercises on the edge of a pool and then in the pool to the useless plyometrics exercises to the "repulse the monkey" and "power slide" exercises, I found this book utterly useless and, quite frankly, a joke. Don't bother.
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3 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars waist, April 23, 2004
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darren lovell (Kalgoorlie, Western Australia Australia) - See all my reviews
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it was a waste to buy this video, dont be fooled by the description of the format, i gave it away,
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