The Men's Health Big Book of 15-Minute Workouts: A Leaner, Stronger Body--in 15 Minutes a Day! Kindle Edition

The basic idea of this book is to work the body in about 15 minutes.Here's how you do it. You focus on a few key exercises and move quickly from one exercise to another, with mininal rest time between exercises. Then, you repeat the exercises in a circuit, again with minimal rest.These workouts work on increasing strength, by building muscle and strong bones, thus burning more fat. These workouts emphasize getting a lean strong body, rather than bodybuilding, and is, therefore, not a general bodybuilding book.In the number and variety of workouts, this book is excellent. It contains 78 workouts, all 15-minutes long. Some workouts are bodyweight or require dumbbells. Others use a pull-up bar, a barbell, a kettlebell, a medicine ball, a stability (Swiss or large) ball, an exercise band (tubing), a foam roller, a jump rope, a BOSU, a bench, a cable machine, a step, and so on.Instruction and exercises for each of the workouts vary, but in general, one may do a circuit of 3 to 7 relatively intense exercises, with little or no rest between each exercise. Then, rest for 60 between each circuit. Finally, repeat 2 more circuits.All exercise photos are large and in color, clearly showing their positions, with descriptions.~~~Here's a detailed list of the 78 workouts or exercise plans. I have listed the exercises for a few of the workouts.TOTAL BODY WORKOUTSBodyweight exercises1. Beginner: strength and agility workoutJudo pushupSeesaw lungeWall slidePlank reach2. Intermediate: your body is your barbell 1Y squatSpider-man pushupSquat and jump comboSingle-leg romanian deadliftSpider-man lunge3. Intermediate: your body is your barbell 2: (bench or step used)SquatTucked-elbow pushup5-second forward lungeStepupJump4. Advanced: belly off! No gym classic 1: (bench or step and a pull-up bar used)Shoulder press pushupSingle-leg bench getupMountain climberWide-grip pushupInverted row5. Advanced: belly off! no-gym classic 2: (bench, large ball, & a pull-up bar used)Front-foot elevated split squatWalking offset pushupStability ball leg curlSingle-leg hip raiseChinupDumbbell workouts6. The single: dumbbell blast workout 1WoodchopperArms-out squatStanding pressoutTowel row7. The buildup: dumbbell blast workout 2Straight-leg deadliftThrustersBent-over rowSquat thrust8. Fast and furious: dumbbell blast workout 3Incline bench pressOne-arm snatchSeated calf raiseChest-supported rowDumbbells, a barbell, and/or a barbell plate used.9. Muscle definer workout 110. Muscle definer workout 211. Classic Powerlifter WorkoutJump rope used.12. Total-body stress-buster workoutFAT BURNING WORKOUTSDumbbells, barbell, and other tools used.13. You're melting: A14. You're melting: BOne dumbbell used.15. Strength, stamina, speed, and sweatPull-up bar, dumbbells, and other tools used.16. Superhero workoutDumbbells, bench and large ball used.17. Supersweat SupersetsABS & CORE WORKOUTSMedicine ball and one dumbbell used.18. No crunch core workoutMedicine ball and other tools used.19. Six pack abs workout 1Large ball, slanted bench, and pull-up bar used.20. Six pack abs workout 2Dumbbells used.21. Obliques obliterator workoutMix of tools used. Bodyweight workouts possible.22. Build your own 15-minute core workout: choose 5 out of 19 exercises to create your own workouts.SHOULDERS AND ARMSDumbbells, bench and slanted bench used.23. Dumbbell total arms workoutConcentrated curlSeated triceps extensionWrist curlAlternating grip hammer curlCross-shoulder extensionStanding scaptionBarbell, slanted bench, and cable machine used.24. Arms and dangerousBarbell, dummbells, cable machine and bench used.25. Deltoid Definer workoutDumbbells and barbell used.26. Shoulders and arms combo 1Dumbbells and cable machine used.27. Shoulders and arms combo 2Dumbbells, rowing station, and slanted bench used.28. Shoulders and arms combo 3CHEST AND BACKDip bars, barbell, bench, dumbbell, and barbell plate used.29. Chest pound workout 1DipBarbell bench pressIncline dumbbell flySeated Single-arm external rotationSingle-arm dumbbell rowWeighted pushupDumbbell, bench, cable machine, dip bar, and pull-up bar used.30. Chest pound workout 2Barbell, squat rack, dumbbells, and pull-up bar used.31. Back attack workoutBodyweight exercises. No equipment used.32. Strong and steadyCable machine, dumbbells, bench, and squat rack used.33. Chest and back comboBodyweight and TRX suspension straps used.34. Perfect pushup circuit 1Box and medicine ball used.35. Perfect pushup circuit 2BOSU, bench, and box used.36. Perfect pushup circuit 3LOWER BODY WORKOUTSDumbbells, barbell, large ball, and bench used.37. Flat butt fixDumbbells and large ball used.38. Iron glute workoutDumbbells and barbell used.39. Ready for liftoffDumbbells and other tools used.40. Total lower body blastCones and boxes used.41. Lower body leaps and boundsBench and circular band used.42. Protect your assetsSUPERFAST CARDIO: HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAININGBasically, go fast for short periods of time, to burn more calories.Treadmill workouts43. Workout 1: speed demon44. Workout 2: HIIT the hillsRunning workouts45. Workout 1: dash it off46. Workout 2: flying lapsCycling workouts47. Workout 1: Lance Armstrong48. Workout 2: rolling hillsElliptical workout49. Boredom beaterSwimming workout50. Interval medleyJump rope workout51. Skipper 2SPECIAL GEAR WORKOUTS52. Kettlebell workout 153. Kettlebell workout 254. Exercise band workout 155. Exercise band workout 256. Medicine ball workout 157. Medicine ball workout 258. Stability ball workout 1 (large or Swiss ball)59. Stability ball workout 260. Sandbag workout 161. Sandbag workout 2IMPROVING YOUR STAMINA WORKOUTS (actually called better-sex workouts in the book)Dumbbells used.62. Stamina workoutOne dumbbell used.63. Over the top workoutStability ball used.64. Man on a mission workout65. Pretzel position workoutDumbbells and a sandbag used.66. Four on the floor workoutHEALING WORKOUTSDumbbells, stability ball, cable machine, and slanted bench used.67. Shoulder stretch and strengthenOne dumbbell used.68. Knee saverBodyweight exercises. No equipment needed.69. Lower back boosterBox or step used.70. Age eraser workout71. Foam roller workoutSPORTS WORKOUTSDumbbells and medicine ball used.72. Golf workoutDumbbells and low step used.73. Tennis workoutBOSU, dumbells, step, medicine ball, and barbell used.74. Ski and snowboard workoutBarbell, bench, step, and plate used.75. Running race workoutHyperextension station used.76. Triathlon workoutDumbells, bench, and step used.77. Cycling workoutDumbells used.78. Basketball workout~~~I did workout #3 (bodyweight) and I was breathing heavily during the exercise and I did a modified version of workout #7 (dumbell blast 2) and it was intense and made me sweat. I loved the concept of 15 minute workouts and I liked this book.~~~If you liked this book, try the women's version of this 15-minutes book. This shows more bodyweight and dumbbell workouts.If you want just bodyweight exercises, (with no equipment), get this book, "You Are Your Own Gym: The Bible of Bodyweight Exercises" by Mark Lauren and Joshua Clark. This is excellent in the range of exercises which, again, do not require equipment.

I got this as a supplement to my other workout routines. I wanted something to add variety and challenge me in different areas besides what I got with standard weight training. I have been working on the total body workouts and find many of the individual moves to be quite challenging, and the workout routines as a whole to deliver a decent cardio blast as well as fatigue the muscles intended. The recommended workout schedule is to do one routine for about 15 minutes three times a week, with a high intensity interval training routine once a week. I actually combine the 15 minute routine with a 10-15 minute ab routine for about a 30 minute workout, then on the rest days I actually do a light cardio and ab routine for about 30 minutes. I can feel and see results after only a few weeks on the program.I think one of the things that has also fueled results is a change in diet. Like others have mentioned, I found the nutritional suggestions in the book to be a bit lacking in specificity, but in general the emphasis is on eating more protein and vegetables, reduce carbs, and snack on fruit and nuts. I have been trying to be more conscious about this and it seems to be helping reduce the "spare tire" around my waist.Overall, I think the nutritional guidance is okay, but not great, but the workouts are really good and I'm glad I got the book. I look forward to getting into the workouts even more, maybe combining some of them for a 30-minute workout, and watching the positive results.

"The Men's Health Big Book 15-Minute Workouts" is a fitness game-changer. Packed with effective and time-efficient workout routines, this book is perfect for busy individuals seeking maximum results in minimal time. The clear instructions, diverse exercises, and customizable plans cater to all fitness levels. With this book, achieving a fit and healthy lifestyle has never been easier. A must-have for those looking to optimize their workouts!

Hello- I've purchased quite a few fitness books. I'm in my mid 40s and am forced to re-work my workouts due to time and requirement needs.The content of this book is very good. Exercises are great and routines are solid. If you need more workout, just combine 2 routines for a 1/2hr workout.But, you'll really get tired of looking at all the images of half naked people. It really gets tiring. I don't think there is a single shirt anywhere to be seen in this book. Because of this, forget photocopying and bringing the how-tos into the gym. It was embarrassing opening this book in front of my wife. She laughed out loud at me. The images really are way over the top.For this reason alone, it was very hard to give it 4 stars. But, the content is very good so I went with a 4. Honestly, if it weren't for the lite porno feel, it would have had received 5 stars.In the end, great workouts, well organized, well documented, too much skin. Very solid book for quick routines.Hope this helps.

Very good photos, very usefull book

One benefit of the pandemic lockdown was the push towards home exercises. Books like this have been very informative and in my opinion, the Men’s Health books are up there with the best. Basic no-nonsense advice and instructions coupled with clear and informative pictures. Never expensive and never meagre. I’ve got quite a few of these, some through the post, some bought in WHS.Far better than paying gym fees. Payment plans, membership options and various grades of services are only designed to part you from your hard earned cash. Some of these books advocate body weight exercises, some with a dumbbell. At the very least, it’s surprising what benefits the average guy can get from the purchase of just one 10kg dumbbell. Two shortens the time it takes. Books like this show you what to do with it.Apart from the financial aspect of gym membership, and it’s myriad problems, there are health risks in going to such places. Especially as the COVID crisis has focused on human to human transmission of infections. Sweating bodies leave body fluids and these can pass on infections. You really are far safer in your own home or garden and look at the money you’ll save. Plus, you won’t have nasty life-changing drugs pushed under your nose. Nobody sensible would take those. An end to a man’s sex life too.

Ótimo conteúdo e ótima encadernação. As fotos ilustram bem os exercícios, tornando bem fácil a execução correta dos mesmo.Gostei muito!

Its not so great. I would prefer the DVD instead as it would have clearer visuals as well as more pronounced practice videos.

Bon d'accord, on n'a pas les chaines musculaires, on n'a pas les groupes sollicités...mais autrement, que ce livre est pratique, regroupant aussi bien kettlebells (un peu), les haltères, le poids du corps, le swiss ball, le sand bag....Pas approfondi, certes, mais très large pour des routines prouvées.Dans la série M.H, mon préféré !!