Fabulously Fit Forever Expanded [Paperback]

Frank Zane (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1995 | ISBN-10: 0963616714 | ISBN-13: 978-0963616715 | Edition: 2nd

Fabulously Fit Forever Expanded (revised 2nd edition) is a detailed instructional exercise guide for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. But it is more than a book about lifting weights, stretching, and aerobics. Frank gives intimate details of his personal struggles which led him to the pinnacle of competitive bodybuilding and then beyond it into an exploration of mind/body interaction. You will learn how to use motivation, stress reduction, visualization, and deep relaxation techniques along with sensible nutrition to slow down the aging process, improve sleep, prevent and heal injuries, and enhance sexuality.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 334 pages
• Publisher: Zanada Inc; 2nd edition (March 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0963616714
• ISBN-13: 978-0963616715
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,065,759 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A true master of exercise selection, September 8, 2000

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john shipman (Beverly, WV) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fabulously Fit Forever (2e, Tra (Paperback)

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.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From the Master of bodybuilding, fitness, and the mind., May 23, 1996

By A Customer

This review is from: Fabulously Fit Forever Expanded (Paperback)

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.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Review, December 6, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Fabulously Fit Forever Expanded (Paperback)

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.