Definition: Shape Without Bulk in 15 Minutes a Day: Amazon.ca: Joyce L. Vedral: Books

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Finally--the fitness program women have been demanding! Definition is Vedral's definitive workout with weights--a "true pyramid" aerobic weight-training program that produces small, toned, feminine muscles without unwanted bulk. The plan also includes a low-fat, never-go-hungry eating plan. 80 photos.

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A low-fat eating plan and fifteen-minute daily exercise guide combine in a twenty-week program that helps readers to lose weight, define muscles, slow the aging process, increase energy, and reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

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I don't want to put on size- I just want to be toned. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love that Joyce!, May 16 2004

By	Guy R. Babusek "mrclmind" (Irvine, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

With all due respect to the reviewer who had negative comments about Joyce's diet suggestions: yes, she does have some "forbidden foods;" but, if you had read the diet closely, you would see that there is no danger of feeling deprived or binging if you follow what she says. With Joyce's diet you get one entire "cheat day" per week. That means that you can eat doughnuts, pasta, peanut butter and avocados all day long if you want just as long as you follow the diet for the other six days.

Her diet and workouts work better than anything I have ever tried.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good exercise routine/Bad diet plan, Feb 13 2004

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First off, I'm reviewing this book after reading it but not trying any of the exercises yet. That being said, the descriptions, photographs, and explanation of the method make me believe that the exercises would be effective if done as Joyce Vedral prescribes. I was just a little concerned by the I'm definitely going to give it a try.

That being said, I had to comment on the "diet" the author includes. It decreased the author's credibility, in my opinion. This book was published in 1995, which might explain the emphasis on a low fat diet. The thing that upsets me is that in the explanation of the diet, we are given a list of forbidden foods. Among these are peanut butter, nuts, cheese, and avocado, to name a few. This is upsetting because it promotes the idea of "good" foods and "bad" foods. Everyone should know by now that the above-mentioned foods are healthy when eaten in moderation. I don't like the idea of labeling certain foods off limits because it perpetuates a deprivation mentality and creates a dieting-binging cycle. The diet plan makes what might otherwise be a credible book for weight-loss (i.e., the exercise) sound faddish.

In short, the exercise plan looks good, but I have serious concerns about the diet.

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5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite weight book, Dec 1 2003

By	Sparkle Reed "smartmouth" (MILWAUKEE, WI USA) - See all my reviews

About 9 years ago, I had started to put on weight for the first time in my life. I couldn't believe it when I stepped on a friends scale and discovered that I had gained almost 20 pounds - seemingly overnight! I was very depressed and not looking forward to a life of diets - I just love food and cooking too much. Then I saw Joyce on the Monel Williams show. At the time, she was promoting her other book, Bottoms Up. I bought it and acquired a couple small weights - and began my transformation. The first workout was a killer - I was dripping with sweat in no time and feeling very weak. I didn't even think I would make it through! But I kept at it and after three weeks, I had a noticeable difference - my shoulders no longer slumped, my chest was perkier, my stomach was trimmer and I FELT BETTER - all without drastic dieting. I knew this was a start in the right direction!

I ended up trimming myself down to my high school size (size 4) in no time at all. My husband told me I looked better than I ever did. I then bought her other book, Definition. This is the book I now use for my weight workouts. Her routines are sound - they work - and you don't have to spend all your time in a gym. You can do this in the privacy of your own home. Joyce is very encouraging and her stuff is spelled out clearly, for the athletically challenged like myself.

Because of Joyce's workouts, I am more active - I walk all the time, I hike, I do yoga, etc. I still eat like a horse, but remain the same size! I really think Joyce changed my life for the better!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent livre! Ca marche vraiment!
Au depart, j'ai choisi ce livre car je pouvais faire les exercices chez moi en 15 ou 30 minutes. Je suis nouvelle maman et je travaille. Read more

Published on Feb 28 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent livre! Ca marche vraiment!
Au depart, j'ai choisi ce livre car je pouvais faire les exercices chez moi en 15 ou 30 minutes. Je suis nouvelle maman et je travaille. Read more

Published on Feb 28 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Tight& Toned!
Perfect for anyone wanting to get their muscles really "cut" or for those starting out with a weight training program. Read more

Published on May 15 2002 by caria_damon

5.0 out of 5 stars Kill 2 birds with one stone!
I love this book, it really gets you toned up and it burns that nasty fat off at the SAME TIME so those tight little muscles show! (and isn't that the point? Read more

Published on May 15 2002 by caria_damon