- Workout programs that target a variety of fitness levels, from beginner to advanced
- Fresh and challenging moves with a focus on strength, balance and flexibility
- Detailed instructions and demonstrations make the exercises and workouts easy to understand
- Workout schedules don't incorporate cardio workouts
- A 30-day strength program designed to help women get a "bikini-ready body."
- Three different programs are offered for novice, skilled and master exercisers, each with different exercises and workouts
- All the exercises covered include detailed pictures, descriptions and variations along with form pointers
- The strength moves cover all muscle groups including upper body, lower body and abs. Flexibility exercises are also included
The meat of the book is broken down into 3 parts - Tank Top Arms, Bikini Belly and Boy Shorts Bottom. Each section offers:
- Strength moves broken down by skill level
- Instructions, pictures and suggested reps and sets
- Variations for different fitness levels, and
- Form tips and stretches
This section is well laid out and the exercises include classics like crunches and squats along with challenging moves like a side plank with a rear delt fly - killer!
The focus is on compound moves that work mutliple muscles and challenge strength, balance and stability...a nice change from the same old moves.
Part 4 offers three programs that include all the exercises shown. There are 3 programs for novices, skilled and master exercisers, each with a workout schedule, cardio suggestions and a variety of workout options that get progressively harder. The programs don't include cardio, which is a minor drawback. She also includes a brief section with nutritional advice as well as training logs.
Overall, Minna offers solid advice and workouts with new and fresh exercises that will appeal to a wide audience.
