Lately I've happily noted a focus on short and sweet workout programs that incorporate sufficient rest and recovery days, especially from a handful of trainers I respect and trust. Hour-long daily training is not only unnecessary for the average person wanting to get into amazing shape, but it can be detrimental to their goals and, potentially, to their health. So this book had me at "Quick & Easy." The title and subtitle aren't just marketing ploys, either. These workouts really can be done in 25 minutes (or less for beginners who may need to omit a few of the ladder sets according to the book's suggestions and guidelines). And that includes the warmups, which are brief but effective. Short workouts usually get us moving fairly quickly while still maintaining control of the movements, so these routines provide a metabolic component in addition to their strength benefits.
Most of the exercises are relatively basic but still fun, and the program is thorough (pushes and pulls, squats and lunges). There are some good rotational moves, as well. I often forget how much I like woodchops until I get around to doing them again. I tend to prefer full-body workouts, but I recognize the value in upper-lower body split programs like the one in this book. The Denzels optimize this format by tailoring the warmups to the respective workouts, so you prep only the muscles you'll be working. This adds even more variety, which is certainly one of the benefits of split routines. One could also make this a full-body program by doing an upper and a lower body workout on the same day, although that would of course take away from the brevity factor.
While the training chapter does provide some tips on how to schedule your workouts, a few more details, along with a sample weekly calendar or two, might help clarify this even further, particularly for new trainees who might not be familiar with optimal training patterns. Fortunately, the Denzels do address this, along with the importance of scheduling recovery days, a bit more in the FAQ. They authors are also accessible via Facebook and email, and are very responsive to questions.
Overall, this is a solid program for anyone who wants to get stronger and feel great.
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