Cory Everson's Workout [Paperback]

Cory Everson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 18, 1991

Six-time Ms. Olympia leads the charge into the fitness philosophy of the nineties. This comprehensive program ties weight training to such diverse sports as basketball, track, swimming, cycling, hockey, tennis, gymnastics, and more, providing adaptable routines targeted to beginners, intermediates, and advanced fitness devotees. 150 photographs.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Everson, a six-time Ms. Olympia, has compiled a guide for the average man or woman interested in weight training. While she does not address the serious bodybuilder, her suggestions will have definite appeal to the novice. The strengths of her compilation are the glossary of weight-training terms, the numerous illustrations depicting correct form, and the list of workouts designed to develop certain parts of the body and improve performance in various sports. The "cheesecake" photos detract from an otherwise informative and instructive book. For the serious body builder, the Joe Weider series (e.g., Joe Weider's Ul timate Bodybuilding , Contemporary Bks., 1989) is superior, yet this is a fine introduction to the sport.
- Susan L. Patton, Tennessee Valley Authority
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade (October 18, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399516840
• ISBN-13: 978-0399516849
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #333,702 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #31 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Aerobics

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Workout Book, August 30, 2000

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John J. Meyer "John Meyer" (SAN FRANCISCO, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cory Everson's Workout (Paperback)

What I like best about this book is that Cory and her husband have put together a really comprehensive set of photographs illustrating how to do various exercises. I take this book to the gym with me for reference during my work out. The book has single handedly taught me some principles of free weights.

The text of the book is written in a casual style that is less than professional. The raw style allows the reader to quickly build a relationship with the author better than one gets with the average trainer. I find that the people at the gym who paid to do this are less than helpful and do not have complete enough information. The diet information seems useful, although I'm more of an Atkins diet fan. The sample workouts are also a treasure -- there are many to choose from, all well thought out.

As for the 70's fashion -- it is cause for amusement. Hey isn't this stuff in fashion these days anyway? Cory is an attractive cross between Bo Derek and the incredible hulk, and sets a model for all of us to follow.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good reference for weight training exercisers, August 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Cory Everson's Workout (Paperback)

I found this book to be a useful reference in my weight training program. Cory gives good examples of many exercises, from beginner to advanced. I find her exercises more similar to mens than any other women's fitness book I've read. Because of this, it is most useful for the advanced weight lifter. One draw-back is that the publication date is old (1991). I would love to see Cory update this book in the near future. Overall, a great book.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent workout and dietary advice from 5-time Ms. Olympia, June 20, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Cory Everson's Workout (Paperback)

Cory does an excellent job of describing exercises through text and pictures. Helps people of different fitness levels put together exercise programs for getting into shape. She also tailors special workout routines for those interested in preparing their bodies for any of 47 different sports. Excellent advice on aerobic exercise and nutrition. As a guy, I'm convinced the gorgeous pictures of Cory are worth the price of the book! Buy the book for that reason--and develop a great workout program for free!