ABSolution: The Practical Solution for Building Your Best Abs

I first dove into Body for Life in 1999-2002 as a way to recover from being a workaholic.Fast forward to 2006, and I'm at The Wizard Academy, going through the buffet line next to a clearly fit, deep thinker.As he picked at each item of interest on the buffet table, his eyes went skyward with each sample bit, listening to his palette and body for the ideal mix of protein, fat and carbs to support his unfailing aim for the ideal food combo."Hi, I'm Shawn. Good to meet you."Since then, I've been fortunate to have read through his works.Brainstorm over an extended weekend to transform a business.And listen to some incredible insights that only come from experience and reflection.The ABsolution is a very deep book covering every aspect of what it takes to power through an incredibly powerful performance physique. Where strength reigns.I highly recommend it for  athletes and fitness performers  who want the science and art of how to sculpt the ideal physique. Lot's of "aha!" moments within these pages.And the roadmap on how to get from here to there.

Thank you for having this book available. I read it over 15 years ago when it first released and the information in it gave the focus from honest principles to my goals of being healthier. I loaned it to a friend shortly after and didn’t get it back. So glad to have found it-the fundamentals in it will outlast all fads that come and go.

Purchased this book out of curiosity years ago. While it wasn't a terrible read it could have been condensed to around 20 pages or so and got right to the point. It has tons of accurate information however there is so much fluff and filler to weed your way through. The fact that genetics are downplayed as much as they were is kind of silly as well.

This is actually the second time purchasing this book! It worked so well that I gave it away. then years later, I missed it and wanted to be reminded of his techniques... So I bought it again!

It's quite obvious from the title what this book focuses on - abs.In that way it is quite good. Shawn's explanation of abs and the exercises he gives you are quite effective.The rest of the book is full of fluffy nothings. Pictures of Shawn and his 'nutrition' information which seems to consist of phrases like 'I just know how much to eat', 'I'm not going to go over protein, carbs, etc because that is available elsewhere'I also have a problem with his 'food' intake. While admittadly the point of Shawn's book is 'What I do to look like this' he makes no secret of relying HEAVILY on supplements and meal replacement drinks. While there is nothing illegal or immoral about this, it would be very expensive for a person of normal income to attempt to do this on a permanent basis.I'm a little suspicious about his information as well. While he (and his brother in the foreward) state that he keeps himself like this all year around, I have read other interviews with him where he talks about falling out of shape numerous times due to injury, lack of commitment, working/travelling too much, etc.Indeed on a very recent mail out of his he talks about execessive travelling causing him to fall out of routine. Nothing to be ashamed of, its just that in this book he paints the picture that this never happens to him....

I had the opportunity to meet Shawn and Bill and I must say they are the most sincere, committed people you could ever meet. They REALLY know how to develop a physique and Shawn's abs are arguable some of the best on the planet, so he's who I want to write about them. They are also not willing to dish out hype to make you feel good or just to sell you a gimmick, they tell it like it is - how it REALLY works. I value that immensely from both of them. They tell the truth and trust that it will bring them business, I give them my business and endorsement for that very reason.

The workouts are good and the information is very helpful, you'll be surprised that the simplest workout can leave you in such pain the next day, but what I like best is the positive message Shawn communicates. It's a You Can Do It book.

If you want to get a good burn in your abs, this is the book, Shawn also goes into the truth of having great abs....no BS no short cuts, just the truth. So if you can take it, then buy the book.....Its great reading

Good book which is very well illustrated and presented. Photo's and dialogue are very motivational/inspiring. What he suggests is nothing new or radical but is presented well. The key is a change to lifestyle which this book attempts to assist with. And while it's a worthy starting point you may find you out grow the book rather quickly. Definately a worthwhile read if you're fed up and looking to kickstart a lifestyle change. However thsi book would need to be built upon with others to truly progress I feel!

Great tips

Great for a perfect six pack

Is worth every penny, the book is so good, the reader really can learn so much from the book! Cheers