The Commandments for Losing Fat the Sane and Simple Way

by Nia Shanks

The current fitness world is known for making huge promises that "all of your dreams can come true" in a matter of a few short weeks. This usually entails a combination of eating very little and working out for hours every week (the "eat less, move more" mantra). As a result, people either give up immediately because the regimen is too unrealistic and not practical, or they stick it out and end up exhausted, hungry and miserable. Once they stop the program they gain the weight back, with interest.

Nia presents a different, practical, and long-term approach to losing fat and keeping it off. Take the sane and simple approach to losing fat and join Nia as she shows you the simple, flexible nutrition guidelines free from "forbidden" foods and OCD eating habits, how to properly strength train for maximum results in minimum time, and how to build a stronger, positive mind.

You will also get an 8 week workout program for losing fat and building a better body.

Here's a glimpse at The 10 Commandments for Losing Fat, the Sane and Simple Way:

#1 - Thou Shall Stop Focusing on Fat Loss
#2 - Thou Shall Master the Basics of Strength Training & Nutrition
#3 - Thou Shall Adopt Eating Patterns Suited to Your Lifestyle & Preferences
#4 - Thou Shall Accept and Learn from Set Backs
#5 - Thou Shall Stop Comparing Thyself to Others
#6 - Thou Shall Lift Challenging Weight
#7 - Thou Shall Not Rely Heavily on Cardio
#8 - Thou Shall Not Pay Attention to the Number on the Scale
#9 - Thou Shall Not be Motivated by Negative Thoughts & Emotions
#10 - Thou Shall be Patient and Consistent

Genres: Fitness, Nonfiction, Health

66 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 15, 2013

Reviews

[Leah Hortin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick, easy read. Refreshingly simple. I frequent Girls Gone Strong so I had heard many of these principles time and again but I know that there are women out there that would greatly benefit from seeing it all in one place.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid advice. Sane and sustainable.

[Sharon Gausch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nia Shanks is the common-sense voice that the fitness world sorely needs. Great little book.

[Nicole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a beginner

Didn’t get much from the book, maybe because I’m not a beginner. It’s okay though. On to the next book.

[Della · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exactly what I was looking for. Very quick read. Visual instructions and a super simple-to-follow plan to get started. I like her down to earth approach.

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

Nia is very practical and encouraging. I enjoyed this quick read and look forward to implementing the advice she shared.

[Matilda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've been a fan of Nia Shanks for a few years now.

I totally forgot I had this book. I only found it on my virtual bookshelf as I was seeing what I should read next after reading Sexy by Nature.

This is a short sharp read, and Nia gets to the point. Which I love. She has a no bullshit approach, which is simple, to the point, and getting the job done.

While there were things I already knew (having been a follow of her blog for years), there were things that spoke to me, and obviously what I needed to hear.

I recommend this for anyone who wants to lose fat the simple way.

Oh and just because it's simple doesn't mean it's going to be hard work.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very quick read. I think I read it in about an hour. It was pretty much all of the same stuff that I already knew, but it would be a great starting point for a person that's just starting their journey into a healthier lifestyle. There is a large emphasis on weight training, which I think is great.

[Neha · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ummm .. Ummmm ... Okay if you are already working out, this book has some good suggestions. That's all that I have to say.