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| LL Cool J's Platinum Workout: Sculpt Your Best Body Ever with Hollywood's Fittest Star | 
 enlarge | Authors: Ll Cool J, Dave Honig, Jeff O'connell
Publisher: Rodale Books
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  83 reviews
Sales Rank: 9045
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 256
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Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 8.3 x 0.9
ISBN: 1594866082
Dewey Decimal Number: 613.713
EAN: 9781594866081
ASIN: 1594866082
Publication Date: December 12, 2006
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| Customer Reviews:
 Excellent Program June 13, 2008
I've been following this program off and on for about 6 months (taking breaks between phases to try other things and then getting back into this book). I'm currently in the middle of the Gold phase and I absolutely see a change. Working out 5-6 days a week is tough; it takes a lot of motivation and dedication. But I believe it's well worth it.
Don't be afraid to modify what's laid out in this book to tailor it to your own personal needs, but also don't be afraid to push yourself and follow the work out routines as instructed.
Probably my most favorite part of this book, is that it keeps your body guessing. That, to me, is one of the most important aspects of weight training and leading a healthy lifestyle. Mixing your heavy and light days and how you lift is essential to building a better you.
 ok but not great workout May 27, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is ok for the beginner but does not have great workouts or diet. Not bad but I would not get this again.
A book that really works. May 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this book in January 2007 and started the workouts listed in it in March 2007. I have trimmed down considerably since then. By May 2007 I was already wearing one size smaller in jeans. The workout routine in the book is a 22 week one. Yes, you will likely miss a few days here and there, but trust me, the book works. By the end of the 22 weeks I had dropped two pant sizes. I don't own a scale, so I don't know about exact poundage lost but it doesn't matter, my clothes fit better and I don't have to pay $2 extra for the bigger sizes. I didn't worry too much about following the diet/nutrition plan in the book; money being as tight as it is now I'm lucky to be able to afford anything to eat. If you follow the workouts, to the best of your abilities, you will see results within 6 weeks. Buy the book and see for yourself.
Good results, but have some reservations March 2, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've been lifting for several years now, so I'm not really new to it. I just fell out of the habit in late '07 with Thanksgiving, finals, Christmas and everything else. I decided I wanted to start out fresh in January, and I wanted to try out this routine because I'd heard some good things.
I really like the fact that it clearly lays out each routine and what you're supposed to do pretty much every day of the week. It keeps you focused and when you have something you know you need to do, you're more likely to stick with it. The book starts at the beginner level, then takes you through different phases that will challenge you in different ways. I'm currently starting week 8 and have been noticing some nice body composition results. I've really been focusing on diet as well, and I've been doing much more cardio than is prescribed in the book so that's certainly helping.
I do have a couple of issues with the workouts. They throw body weight exercises (pullups and dips) at you way too quickly, in my opinion. It takes a significant strength increase to be able to do these with proper form, ESPECIALLY if you're overweight. In addition to throwing these at you early, they're also thrown at you frequently. Most gyms will have weight-assisted dip/pullup machines which you can use. Personally, I've been substituting other exercises in place of them until my strength and body weight are more in line. There also appears to be almost no direct shoulder work in weeks 8, 9, or 10 which I think is a little strange. I've also yet to see a single shrug in any routine so far, but they're in his visual "how-to" section, so I'm assuming they're in there somewhere. Pretty bread-and-butter movement for your traps, so I don't know why they're not in there earlier. Similarly, there's no targeted work on your lower back. Since your core (abs and lower back) are important to form and overall body strength and balance, I don't know why these are ignored.
There's some decent nutritional info, but I'd supplement it with your own research to find out how much you should be eating and target amounts for fat, carbs, protein, etc. There are a few very simple recipes scattered throughout the book. Not all that helpful, but I really like the Platinum Burger so I can't complain too much.
Oh, and for those of you who just want to know if there are a lot of good muscle shots of LL, you won't be disappointed.
Overall a pretty good routine, I think most people can get something out of it. I think it's pretty good for beginners and intermediates, but I would definitely recommend supplementing it with your own reading and don't be too stressed out about following it to the letter.
 Ladies Love Cool James February 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have been into weight lifting the past 3 years and out of all the work-out books I have purchased, this one totally matched my work-out personality.
My problem really is I get tired of programs that keep you on the same routine for a month and a half. This book keeps on a routine for a maximum of 2 weeks then it shifts to something new.
I also enjoyed the author's side stories of rap-stardom. And that he co-wrote it with a fitness pro is reassuring. I also got into the interviews Todd Smith had with sports doctors and scientists.
So if you're like me - you love weight lifting but get easily bored with routine programs, then this might be the book you're looking for this season.
I started the program last january 2nd and so far have lost 7 pounds. But the best thing I got from this book was this rule: stop eating right before you get get full. That has been my mantra the past 8 weeks and it works! Eating that way has brought my stomach size smaller. At least I think it's smaller. In the old days I wouldn't be satisfied until I had 3 to 4 pieces of toast for breakfast. Now, 1 slice is just right.
Thanks LLCJ for your lovely book!!!
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