"I am 27 lbs. lighter!"

First off, these photos are not “ultra-dramatic” when compared to some of the “before-and-after” pictures you can find on the internet and in fitness magazines.  However, the good news is that they are real…no faking and no PhotoShop editing.  The bottom line is this…1 year ago, I was a happy but out-of-shape 30-year-old with a wonderful wife and two daughters, an excellent full time job at a local electric company, and full time status as a Masters of Business student.  The “before” photo was taken last July at Indian Rocks Beach, FL.  I am holding one of my daughters, Juliana.  I weighed the most I have ever weighed in my life…247 lbs.

Now, I am still a happy 31-year-old with a wonderful wife and two daughters, an excellent full time job at a local electric company, and full time status as a Masters of Business student…however I am 27 lbs. lighter!  The second photo was taken just two days ago.  I am now 220 lbs.

The reality is that the “physical’ differences between the photos do not do justice to the dramatic impact that MAX Workouts has had on my entire life and well-being.  As I have stated before, MAX Workouts and its philosophies have radically and foundationally changed everything about the quality of my life for the better. 

I have not lost weight with a “crash diet” or a “fly-by-night” workout program; I have truly transformed my health and fitness…something weight loss alone cannot bring.  I have been working out intensely for a year now and have not missed a single day due to injury.  I have much greater lung capacity and stamina.  My power is off the charts (when compared to where I was a year ago).  I am more agile and “functional” than I have ever been…even when I was playing sports all the time in my high school and college days.

Eric Shryock, age 31
Florida

"I was 136 kg when I started MAX Workouts on April 20th. I am now 110 kg (July 17th) and falling"

I decided to make the transformation from a father who watches his kids play, to a father who chases and swings with his kids all day.

I was 136 kg when I started MAX Workouts on April 20th. I am now 110 kg (July 17th) and falling…

...Your teachings have given me the strength, speed, skill and courage to do things that 88 days ago I would not have dreamed of attempting.

As a result of the workouts I have muscles popping out all over the place, which has made me very fond of myself to the point where I cant stop feeling myself up. I just cant believe that its me.

I am excited everyday.

Well coach I just want to let you know how much your teachings have changed my life. No words could express my gratitude.

Duane Wilson, age 33
Christchurch City, New Zealand

"After the first week I was hooked…"

Before Starting MAX Workouts I had been working out for about 3 years.  I had been making good progress, but was always looking for new ways to improve my fitness and get stronger. 

When I found MAX Workouts on the internet, my workouts weren’t going anywhere.  I needed a change.  When I first got MAX Workouts I was a little skeptical at first as it was getting me to workout shorter time lengths.  I was use to working out for about an hour each time I went.  Plus, the exercises seemed to be starting at light weights.  I was wrong... 

The first week working out on these routines, I was sweating and breathing heavily half way into, and even the weights that were suggested were working all my muscles really hard.  After the first week I was hooked and knew I had found a good program.

Wesley Wood, age 29
Prince Edward Island, Canada

"I lost 8 lbs in 5 weeks and regained some good definition on my abs"

I love to hill-climb in the Scottish mountains. I have trained all my life and i wanted to improve myself and try some different exercise variations. I have been very impressed with your MAX Workouts, and they have definitely helped to improve my overall balance of fitness and knowledge of various exercises .

Your HIIT weightloss program was a success, as I lost 8lb in 5 weeks and regained some good definition on my abs. I greatly enjoy your posted videos and regularly log on to the site to glean useful information and new exercises.

You are the ‘Springsteen’ of the internet exercise world.

Thank you,
A happy and fit Les

Les Bryden, age 49
Kilmarnock, Scotland

"I feel absolutely fantastic!"

I had been looking for a different training programme for some time.  After many years of keeping fit, I felt I exhausted the more traditional workouts available to me,  however, MAX Workouts offered me a high intensity and diverse full-body training programme that I really enjoy, giving me significant increases in strength and cardio fitness in a short space of time.  I feel absolutely fantastic!  I would thoroughly recommend MAX Workouts to anyone.

Darren Sadler, age 43
Llanelli, South Whales

"I never thought I would gain momentum and be strong, let alone lose unwanted fat"

I just started with the MAX Workouts program a month ago and the results are just extraordinary.  I have been going to the gym for years and had reached plateau long time ago.  Never thought I would gain momentum and be strong, let alone lose unwanted fat.  But now, it seems as if I’m starting afresh - the exercises look simple yet are very challenging.  The effects are phenomenal. 

I have also taken my wife and kids with, and they are enjoying it.  It’s like a mini-competition every day.  We also realised that most of the exercises can be done even at home in any space. It’s becoming our culture at home. I still have a long way to go, but its going there. I will keep on working hard in a fun way with my family and will get there.

Keep up the Good Job!!!

William Bila, age 40
South Africa

"Your MAX Workouts program was a tremendous help to me in training my clients"

When I became a Personal Trainer a few years ago I ordered all your books.

Your MAX Workouts program was a tremendous help to me in training my clients.  I love all the exercises and fitness articles you send me.

I look forward to your emails and use the information on a daily basis with my clients.

Thank you so much for all your helpful information! I think you’re great!

Kathy Duncan, age 53
Clearwater, Florida

"MAX Workouts fits into my limited time schedule and doesn’t require machines…"

I’m a 66 year old Paramedic, working full time on the streets of Lexington, South Carolina, answering 911 calls for the sick, the injured, and the dying.  This is a young person’s job mostly because of the physical stresses we endure.  And that is why I am using Shin Ohtake’s MAX Workouts.

I must take annual physicals, including stress cardiograms, lung function tests, and plenty of blood tests because of my age.  These tests results show that over the last 3 years:

• My body fat weight has dropped from 47.4 lbs to 40.0 lbs, a 16% drop
• My body fat dropped from 24.7% to 21.5%, while my lean body weight increased from 136.3 lbs to 139.0 lbs.
• My aerobic capacity, the maximal rate at which my body can supply energy for heavy lifting by burning oxygen, increased from 40.0 to 44.9, an 11% increase
• My total cholesterol level dropped from 229 to 202, and my Good cholesterol ratio increased from 21.8% to 26.7%

I work 12 hour shifts, not including overtime, late calls and extra duty.  We are often sitting in an ambulance waiting for the next call, not getting a chance to eat for 7 or 8 hours at a time, and usually having to grab some fast food when we can.  I don’t have the luxury of an equipped gym for extended workouts, or a kitchen for preparing the most nutritious meals.  These are the reasons why the MAX Workout program is right for me; it fits into my limited time schedule and doesn’t require machines, workout pads, etc…

I still have a way to go to reach my targets, and that is why I am continuing to follow MAX Workouts, and even to enter the MAX Workouts Transformation Contest.  My goal is to achieve the body I’ve always wanted but never had, to achieve the optimum body composition for my age to ensure continued good health and a longer career in my chosen profession. 

Thank you Shin for all you’ve given me, for all you do.

David Sofi - Paramedic, age 66
Lexington, South Carolina

"At 50 I’ve never been more ripped"

...Talk about burning calories.  At 22 the US Navy recognized me for Superior Performance in Physical Fitness.  At 50 I’ve never been more ripped.

Don’t get caught up in how long you’ve been on the cardio machine.  Over time the body gets used to the stress (or lack thereof) and adapts.  If you really want to see some lean muscle results, measured by body fat percentage and weight loss and just looking totally ripped, mix it up with some high intensity, short duration cardio.  Works for me.  Just wish I learned Shin’s method 30 years ago! 

The information you have shared with me works as a viable fitness tool for both my clients and myself.  My gym bag is that much fuller since being exposed to your max workout game plan.  Thanks Shin. 

Your MAX Workouts rock the fitness world!

(The woman in the photo is my rock star client.  I taught her how to do a host of MAX Workouts!)

John M. Hanscom - Certified Personal Trainer, age 50
West Palm Beach, Florida

"If you spend 3-4 days a week doing the workouts you’ll be in better shape than you’ve EVER been in"

The information that Shin has provided in the way of research and the exercise methods not only makes sense, but has good scientific evidence to validate [the MAX Workouts program].  I for one am a testimonial to the fact that I’m spending far less time in the gym than I ever have…The workouts are more intense than they’ve ever been.

Let me tell ya, if you spend even 3-4 days a week doing these workouts, you’ll be in better shape than you’ve EVER been in!

I can’t say enough about this program.  I’ve had people come up to me (unsolicited!) and say, “you look the best you’ve ever looked”. 

Tom Thalman, age 56
Raleigh, NC

"My whole body has absolutely transformed itself!"

Having been a pseudo-athlete all of my life, the knowledge of these workouts involving all these muscle systems, has been absolutely tremendous…My whole body has absolutely transformed itself!

I’m a humble guy, but I’m not embarrassed to take my shirt off (due to the fact that I have a serious set of abs!) and I attribute it to [MAX Workouts].

Max StClaire, age 62
Miami Beach, FL

"I decided to give MAX Workouts a shot and within days I felt a difference"

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I wanted to change my shape and within 3-4 weeks I started seeing a change.  I had plateaued at a nice weight, but there a few extra pounds that I wanted to lose…I decided to give MAX Workouts a shot and within days I felt a difference.  My metabolism was higher, I could eat more foods that I couldn’t eat before…

I had a great experience in the way that I felt and the changes I started seeing.  I now incorporate the short intense workouts in everything I do…And I’ve introduced it to my family members.

Go for MAX Workouts…you will not be disappointed!

Jana Hogan
St. Michael, MN

"I’ve signed up for the programme and have seen immediate benefits…"

I’ve tried to keep fit all my life, and run/ cycle/ work out in gym approx 3 times per week. I still play football every Monday night.  But as I get older I find it harder to maintain progress. I want to retain fitness levels and control my weight as I age. 

A few months ago I worked with some sport and exercise MSc students, and one of them recommended Shin’s website.  I’ve signed up for the programme and have seen immediate benefits, even after just having returned from a 2 week cruise!

I really like the high intensity of the programme. Too often I see people in the gym who don’t work hard enough. Shin’s programmes let you engage in high intensity resistance work, and this is really beneficial. I also like the interval cardio work, I really feel the benefits after a just short period of exercise - ideal if you’ve a busy schedule.

Steve Best, age 58
Cheshire, UK

"I lost 15 pounds, got the tightest abs I have ever had and amazing looking arms, back and butt"

I have always been an avid exercise person.  Over the years I have found that weight training has been useful to increase my strength.  But I would go for months and months doing the same routines.  I would hit the gym and use the same machines over and over, spending a minimum of 45 minutes for strength training and on aerobic days I would spend 30 minutes on a treadmill or run.  My results were that I was basically in shape, but probably carrying around 10 extra pounds.

I was delighted to do the MAX Workouts because they were short and efficient AND I was able to drop my membership at the gym and get rid of this large weight machine that sat on our back porch.  Now I have a simple rack for my dumbbells and a pull up bar.  My results with the MAX Workouts were stellar.  I lost 15 pounds, got the tightest abs I have ever had and amazing looking arms, back and butt.

I love mountain biking so I would do that for my cardio every other day. To be fair, I started eating for my blood type AND made sure I ate a small breakfast before working out.  I used to skip breakfast!  These changes probably factored into the weight loss as well.

Recently I had a pretty bad mountain bike accident, where I broke my hand and scrapped up my knee and face pretty badly, so I had to go in for a few doctor visits.  But I healed so quickly and now I am back at the full program of MAX Workouts again.  My last doctor visit was funny.  The doctor spent the whole time asking me how I was in such good shape.  She wanted to know if it was the mountain biking, and if so, she wanted to try it.  I had to tell her that mountain biking is good exercise, but the real reason for my shape would be found at maxworkouts.com.  She was a 49 year old woman and said she wanted to look like me when she grew up!

Sarah McMullen, age 57
Los Angeles, CA

"Your book was very helpful for me in designing my own and my clients workouts…"

I am 42 and the mother of two. I am a fellow personal trainer from Princeton NJ.

Your book was very helpful for me in designing my own and my clients workouts.  Short, simple, but very effective. I used some combinations as you laid them out, but most importantly developed a variety of my own programs based on your philosophy.

I also find your choice of articles very interesting and easy to understand. I share a lot of them with my clients.

Great job!

Olga Reynolds - Personal Trainer, age 42
Rinceton, New Jersey

"I’ve tried other programs and been successful, only to rebound because the workouts were too long…"

I am a 49 year old husband/dad with 3 children 12,14,16. Time is precious and I’ve packed on a few pounds over the years.  I’ve tried other programs and been successful, only to rebound because the workouts were too long, or the nutrition too restrictive. I’ve been struggling with an SI joint injury and with your prompt responses to questions, recommended exercises and stretches, have been able to continue with your program. The workouts are intense, but short…

Including warm-up, workout and cool down, I’m done in less than 40 minutes. There is no excuse for not devoting 40 minutes a day to exercise. Your workouts and stretching recommendations regarding my injury have helped with my recovery. I look forward to being pain free and being able to fully implement the program. In the meantime, I take comfort in knowing that when I have a question I get a quick response, and that the recommendations are effective.

Thanks so much.

Bob Hale, age 49
Concord, Massachusetts

"It has been on a daily basis that I am getting compliments on how “fit” I look"

Hi Shin,

I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know I am 9 months into your program and am loving it! I am so grateful to have found a time efficient, effective workout that yields such great results. It has been on a daily basis that I am getting compliments on how “fit” I look. I keep giving your website address out…So, thank you so much for your dedication to fitness and helping others achieve their fitness goals.

Sincerely,

Sutten Stephan, WI

"I have noticed incredible differences in my attitude, energy, physique, and strength…"

Shin,

I am a 30-year-old male with a wife and two daughters (2 and 4 years old).  I work as an Environmental Specialist for a private electric company in Tampa, Florida. I am also a certified trainer (even though it is not my full time job) and have been working out routinely since I was 14 years old. I maintained a pretty athletic build until about 3 years ago. Due to various life circumstances, such as having children and trying to juggle a professional job while finding time to spend with my family, I began to put on weight in the wrong places. I gained a total of 35 unwanted pounds in the course of three years.

The most difficult part for me was that I did not understand why I was gaining the weight. I still went to the gym (even though I didn’t workout as long as I used to), but I still felt sluggish and continued to put on the pounds. My diet wasn’t perfect, but it was no different than at any other point in my life. I would tell myself regretfully, “Perhaps you are just getting old and your metabolism is slowing down.” It was getting depressing.

I began looking into various training options and researching more up-to-date exercise techniques. My research led me to your web site. I wasn’t necessarily looking to purchase a program, but when I read your article I was enticed by the “realness” of your approach and intrigued by the idea of “intense” workouts.

Well, needless to say, I went ahead and purchased the basic package.and I am so glad I did! When I read MaxWorkouts, the scales fell from my eyes.the missing piece, the “key,” became evident to me. When you stated how you view all of your trainees as athletes and that generating power is the most important element in bringing about change, the light bulb went on in my head. See, I already knew how to workout intensely. I had been playing sports since middle school (basketball, football, martial arts, wrestling, tennis, softball, rollerblading) and have pushed myself to the limit for years.

However, for some strange reason, I never viewed this intense activity as a “workout.” I was trapped in the workout philosophies of the 80’s and 90’s (isolated exercises, time in the gym, standard cardio) and believed that performing these routines was the only thing that constituted truly “working out” and the rest of the stuff that I did (the athletic activity) was just “playing.” I loved sports. I would push myself to the limits of my abilities all in the name of “fun.”

What I am trying to say is that despite all of the “power” and “intensity” I produced by playing sports, I always had to perform my “routine” in the gym or else I did not feel that I was actually working out. At least five times a week, I would spend approximately 2 hours a day performing static stretching, isolated exercises, and the typical, boring, 30 minute cardio activities. I would do all of this IN ADDITION to playing sports.

Fast forward to 2006, my life truly changed with the birth of my children and the responsibility of taking care of them. When I tried to continue to maintain my physique under the time restrictions of my present life (obviously, I could not spend 3 hours a day working out and playing sports if I wanted to spend quality time with my family and help my wife out around the home), I defaulted to the typical gym routines while completely letting go of the intense sports. As it turns out, I released the activities in my life that were actually the most important in keeping me healthy, lean, fit, and energetic. No wonder the pounds started creeping on!

MaxWorkout’s philosophy and the ensuing exercise routines have helped me “see the light” in a way so simple I could kick myself for not realizing it sooner. The way you incorporate athletic training into the routines makes working out fun again and has restored my joy in exercising.  Since I don’t presently have time to routinely play sports (I have a full time professional job, a growing family, and one year remaining to earn my Masters Degree in Business), I am currently viewing my workouts as my “sport.”

In just 6 weeks, I have noticed incredible differences in my attitude, energy, physique, and strength. Without changing any other variable (ex. my diet) except for working out intensely using your program, I have already lost a total of 10 pounds (my goal is to lose 35 lbs to get me back to my college weight of 210 lbs) and I am working out 40 minutes less than I was just 6 weeks ago!

This is amazing.yet so basic. The fire is once again burning inside me. You have indeed, figuratively speaking, freed me from “The Matrix.” Thank you for your dedication to integrity and science in your training philosophy. Thank you for your broad and open-minded perspective on working out. Thank you for your inspiring and down-to-earth style of training. Thank you for the clarity of exercise explanations and well-structured website.

Here’s to the future.

With the Utmost Respect and Gratitude,

Eric Shryock, Florida

"I have been lifting for the last 14 years and have never found something that has made me so fit"

I do want to tell you that this is the first workout program that has really fit me! I have been lifting for the last 14 years and have never found something that has made me so fit in a whole body sense. I am now able to do any sport with ease because your workouts have trained all of my muscles to work together. Even though I have been working at it for the last 7 months, the workouts still continue to kick my butt if I push it hard - and they seem so adaptable to my body. Anyway, thanks for designing them! I plan to continue these workouts for many years to come!

Jon Jore, MN

"3 months ago I weighed 315lbs and today I am 230lbs and it is thanks to this program"

MAX Workouts has changed my life drastically. Three months ago I weighed 315lbs and today I am 230lbs and it is thanks to this program. I am in the best shape of my life and have never felt better. I am confident that by the end of the program I will have reached my goal weight of 199lbs. Thanks for everything and I will be back at the end of my program so I can get in on the daily workouts. Thanks for helping me be healthy again.

Steve Bentley, Canada

"I am no longer taking any creatine"

...I love the workouts, I have been working out along time, and for the first time I feel like I am actually getting the most out of my workouts. I am no longer taking any creatine, or Nitric oxide boosters. In a way I felt like I was addicted to the products, because I felt I would not be strong without taking them. I feel better, and my body is transforming the way I envisioned. I can’t wait to start the next level. Once again thanks for everything Shin.

Michael Aughinbaugh, Ohio

"my body is getting back in shape at shocking speed doing your workouts, in fact I have lost 20 kg"

...As en ex pro rugby player my body is getting back in shape at shocking speed doing your workouts, in fact I have lost 20 kg and I am going to give it another month before i go out a buy a whole new range of clothes as everything is too big now.

I can’t believe I let myself go the way I did but hey I’m on the right path now.

Thanks for your work it really is as we say in the UK, “the dogs bollocks”

Andy Kershaw, London, UK

"I see definition that I haven’t had before"

Shin,

I just want to say how great your workouts are.  I started in January and each one has been very challenging.  I have been working out most of my life and have tried different routines but this one has shown the most results.  I’m in my early 40’s and these workouts remind me of my days in the Marines.  I got bored with my usual routine of the 35 to 40 minute jogs and the isolating weight lifting.  I enjoy these because of the intensity and compound exercises.  Also I’m not in the gym for an hour at a time.

I have shed body fat and increased my strength (power).  I see definition that I haven’t had before.  I’m in the construction field and it sure helps with my work as I’m doing physical activities all day and makes you feel good also.

Thank you.

Karl Rajala, IL

"my arms and abs look better than ever before"

Hi Shin,

I know a lot of people comment on how skeptical they were when first hearing about your program, and I have to say that I was one of them. I’ve been working out for years and had found myself at a plateau-point where all I was doing was maintaining, but not actually improving in any area. I wanted and needed something new, and I really liked the sound of your approach and ideas. I just couldn’t believe that it could be done in such short increments of time.

I’m just now finishing up my second week of the Level 3 workouts, and I’m truly amazed. I was in good shape before, but my overall power and tone were a little weak. In just this short amount of time, I’ve gotten HUGE results. I can actually see my strength increasing from week to week, and my arms and abs look better than ever before. (And I’m not even doing any of the optional ab workouts!) 

I really believe that anyone can have success with this program, but you have to be ready to work for it. When you talk about high intensity, that’s exactly where it’s at. My husband and friends have commented on how my body has changed, and I’ve told them that it can all happen in less than 30 minutes a day, but it’s a pretty hard-core thirty minutes! This program is not for the weak, but if you’re dedicated and give 110%, you will see some incredible results.

I couldn’t be happier with your program. You provide so much variety that I never get bored, and my body is constantly working hard to adapt. Because the work out times are short, I’m able to easily fit the six days into my regular schedule. The only thing I regret is not starting your program earlier!

Thanks a million!

Sarah Rich

"My clothes are actually falling off of me…"

Dear Shin,

I am nearly 42 & throughout my adult life have always maintained a fairly even level of weight, diet & fitness level. I have always been between a size 10-12, as we know even at this size there is a lot of forgiveness in certain clothes. I have generally followed a lower fat, healthy eating diet.; I suppose a 40/30/30 mix.
 
This has always worked for me as I like to drink alcohol & have a sweet tooth.
 
The last 3 years I have had a full gym at my house so have had the luxury of being able to work out fairly regular, however, I live in Cyprus which is generally a very hot country so it can be quite gruelling at times to train at 40 degrees!!
 
Towards the end of 2008 I felt that even though I was training & for sure adopting a healthier diet in general I really wasn’t noticing that much difference in my body.  So…..
 
I purchased your MAX Workouts high intensity program….......well!!
 
I also looked at and read about how to eat far more healthier, all via your constant email campaign to help us health & fitness people.
 
On the 9th Jan 2009 I decided to start your workout. I printed off the 8 daily programs & stuck it onto my cross trainer, WOW.
 
Usually before I would do a good workout of 45 minutes, including warm up & down & use approx 350 calories, however, by following your program ( my favourite being 30 seconds 7-8 pace & 30 seconds 3 pace) I was working out for only 30 minutes, including warm up & down & using the same amount of calories. Plus I felt absolutely great afterwards. you  sure do sweat & get that heart rate up!! I stared to notice the difference within a few weeks, I seemed to keep burning calories on a constant basic. My hubby even noticed & after 25 years of being together that’s quite remarkable I would say!!
 
Unfortunately, I have had to relocate for a few months to the UK, so I’m first thoughts were, oh my god, no gym at hand, will I keep this up?
 
To cut a very long story short, yes I have & I have carried on doing the high intensity workout, the great thing is you don’t actually need a gym. I had already purchased the timer ( again recommended by you) so I can actually do it in the house. It’s so simple!! I do a total mix of things, I do stair jumps, high leg jumps, jogging & various other aerobic movements for the allotted time ( i.e., 30 seconds/40 seconds) it’s easy to know your own level so keeping to 7-8 is easy. I then march it through, using big arms for the cool down of pace 3.
 
So, 5 weeks later…..............my body has totally changed. I would say I’ve got my body back to how it was when I was in my 20’s. My clothes are actually falling off of me. ( I can take pictures if you would like)
 
I am totally amazed.
 
Recently I met up with some friends who hadn’t seen me for more than 15 years, their comments were great “ wow, you don’t look any different, you are so lucky to not put on weight”!!! there is no luck involved it’s all down to Shin Ohtake is my answer….......................who they say…...................so I tell them all about it.
 
It has been a breath of fresh air & can’t wait to see the results in another 1 year, bearing in mind  have only been doing this for 7 weeks!!
 
Thanks very much, I love the workouts, exercises & all the diet tips, it really is exceptional.

Shelley, Cyprus

"Lost 63 pounds! But that’s not all…"

Transformation.  That’s the only word that describes what I am achieving using the MAX Workouts program.  And the transformation is objective and measurable:

* Weight: Down 63 lbs. at a steady, healthy rate of 1-2 lbs. weekly.
* BMI: Down from 40.5 to 32.9
* Cholesterol: Down from 240 (high risk) to 160 (desirable) with excellent HDL/LDL/Trislyceride ratio
* Blood Glucose: Down from 162 (diabetic) to 92 (normal)
* Blood Pressure: Down from 160/110 (stage II hypertension) to 120/70 (normal)

These are the results my doctor and I were looking for, achieved without the use of medication!  (I was under the close care of my personal physician who monitored results with regular testing.) 

All indicators are now within normal ranges except weight, and that is only a matter of time. 

Obviously, I am thrilled with these results.  Here are some more:

• Shirt size: From 3XL to XL
• Waist size: From 50 to 44

But here are the intangible results:

• More time.  I have more time in my life for the things that matter to me, and here’s how I get this time: (1) less time at the gym because my workouts are more efficient, (2) more energy for the activities of daily living, so I get more done in the same or less time.
• More sleep.  Or should I say, more real rest because my sleep is deeper and uninterrupted.  Hey, I’m tired!
• More vitality.  It shows up on my face as a smile.
• More attention to how I healthfully nourish and fuel my body every day.
• More motivation and dedication to achieving results by staying on my MAX Workouts program.

Erik Jul, Ohio

"I have never looked and felt better with myself then I do now"

I have now tried the MAX Workout program for only about a month, and even though I have been a very active and healthy person all my life - I have never been able to see such amazing results in such a short time!  Time spent in the Gym has gone from at least 90 minutes per day down to just half an hour (sometimes even less).  Yet, I have never looked and felt better with myself then I do now. I am really starting to see that true dream body developing in front of my eyes and I almost cannot believe the fast transformation myself. Less can definitely be more and here its all about quality before quantity.

Added to that, I simply feel better overall. I feel different when I walk, run, stand, sit.. My whole posture have changed into a stronger and prouder appearance, much thanks to the physical self awareness the simple but so effective exercises with the MAX Workout Program has given me.

I am sticking to this! I feel great!

Niki Krechnek, Sweden

"Lost 5 Pounds, 2 Inches, and Cut Cholesterol"

Shin, I can’t say enough about your program. In five weeks I have lost 5lbs, and 2” on my waist. I just received my lipid panel back from my physician, and after just 5 weeks on the program and adhering to a lean protein, balanced diet I have cut my total cholesterol from 204 to 149 and dropped my LDL by 25%. If you are on the fence about this program, pull the trigger and try it, IT WORKS!!!

Todd Lueke, Pennsylvania

"...my strength and fitness have increased and my body fat percentage is way down"

Dear Shin, I purchased your Max Workouts a few months ago and have been SO pleased with it! It’s really become my “bible” and I find everything in there is practical and functional - my strength and fitness have increased and my body fat percentage is way down - after having 2 babies I was finding it tough to shed the last few kgs, - interestingly I haven’t lost weight but am in better shape and have lower body fat than in a very long time!
Another thing is that I have always been a sugar freak and thought I couldn’t live without it but since cutting it out of my diet altogether I feel amazing - no more energy dips and mood swings. Thank you so much!

Karen from Zimbabwe

"Shin’s approach is like no other and it gets the results you want quickly"

MAX Workouts is a MUST-HAVE book for anyone interested in getting in incredible shape and feeling great!!!  Shin’s approach is like no other and it gets the results you want quickly.  The issue is not quantity, but quality and for less than half the time of most workouts, you will see results immediately. 

I have had many personal trainers in the past, but nothing came close to the simple but highly effective programs and exercises found in this amazing book.  It will totally change the way you have exercised in the past and show you the right way to get in shape now!!!

Christine Adzich, Redondo Beach, CA

"MAX WORKOUTS is without doubt the best of the lot"

I have seen and used many programmes on the web for fat loss, but in my opinion Max Workouts is without doubt the best of the lot, as it focuses on the core needs of busy professionals and those starting out on fitness, as well as intermediate level athletes

The work-outs are short, circuit-based and centred around functional total body movements and thus deliver not just rapid fat loss but real athletic, not just-gym, fitness, that will rebalance your body and remove many of the niggles and pains (especially back-pain) that most people suffer from.

The other advantage of the programme is its’ simplicity and clarity.  Shin removes all the fluff that surrounds many so-called fat loss programmes out there and focuses on explaining what works and why. In particular his nutrition guide is a must for those who are tired of reading hundreds of pages of diet advice or counting calories. In addition, Shin recommends exactly zero supplements

In addition to the written and pictorial descriptions in the programme, in the bonus package, Shin’s superb downloadable videos provide you with a full instructional guide on how to do all the specified movements.  I have never seen anything that compares with this elsewhere - it is like having a personal instructor by your side – in fact it’s much better as I guarantee the PTs at your gym are nowhere near as good as Shin!

Vaseem Akbar, UK

"Your program has rocked my world!!"

Shin—I have been a personal trainer for 3 years and have read and seen every fitness program out there, P90X blah blah blah. I decided to get your program a few weeks ago to get some new ideas for my clients and myself too!  Well, my clients all hate me but they love me.

I have been using your workouts for training but also using them myself. Holy crap—just when I thought I was in pretty great shape! I can tell you I have not been this sore in a very long time!! I guess I too was one of the many people who fall into the chest/back day, leg day, steady state cardio… Your program has rocked my world!!

I love the intensity and short workouts. Everyone in the gym thinks I am a “bad ass” seeing some of the stuff in your workouts. Your philosophy on training are spot on and I truly believe you have THE BEST program out there and I have read many! I had to take a day off today as I am THAT sore. Your videos and website are simply awesome and I look forward to seeing a new workout every day! Thanks so much!

Sue Wells

"Boosts Your Confidence"

I’m loving MAX Workouts sooooooo much, and yes I do already see a difference, I feel good and more confident in myself.  At first, I’ll be honest, I never thought I’d be able to do the workouts and keep them up as they are hard work, but as time goes on my technique is improving and the workouts are becoming easier, NOT EASY, easier!!...

Lydia Harris, UK

"Bang For Your Buck"

Shin, I can’t believe you are selling this book so CHEAP! For less than 40 bucks I didn’t expect to get so much information. This program is easily worth 5 times what you’re selling it for. I love the workouts and all the exercises. The program makes perfect sense and now I’ve got my girlfriend on it too. I can’t thank you enough.

AJ

"Comprehensive & Results Oriented"

MAX Workouts really is the most comprehensive workout book I’ve ever bought. No filler - it’s pure substance chock-full of exercise photos and descriptions, detailed workouts along with the schedule, nutrition tips, etc…everything you need is in this book. The workouts are fun and challenging—and the results speak for themselves.

C. Stevens

"Superior To Other Workout Books"

There are a lot of crappy fitness products on the internet these days. I can say from experience, that MAX Workouts is NOT one of them. My friend referred me to your website and told me I “had” to get your book. This has turned out to be one of the best purchases I’ve made. I’ve been telling everyone I know about this book!

Misty Evans

"Challenging Workouts For Every Level"

Shin, I just got through the first week of the intermediate workouts and I just want to tell you that the workouts are AWESOME. At first I went straight for the advanced workouts thinking for sure I could do it pretty easily. I’ll admit it, I was dead wrong. You have really developed quite the challenge…

Kevin Scott

"She Ditched Long Cardio For Good!"

I’m so grateful to have found your program. In the past, I always spent my time doing mostly cardio or moderate lifting. I really thought I was doing all the right things. I guess you could say that you proved me wrong…and I couldn’t be happier about it! With MAX Workouts, I really learned to push myself and do more than I would have ever guessed I’d be capable of. And now I’m totally addicted to kettlebells!

Megan Ross

"Recommended By Trainers"

I’ve been a fitness professional for years and your no-nonsense, cut the “fluff” approach is exactly what I was looking for. My only regret is not finding it sooner! I love your program and so do my clients. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the rest of us.

James Brook

"Training The Trainers"

Shin, thanks for making your program available as an eBook. I can honestly say that this is the best training program I’ve EVER tried. I’ve literally had trainers come up to me at the gym and ask me about what I’m doing

Shelly Moore

"Step-By-Step Instructions"

MAX Workouts showed me exactly how to do each exercise. I really needed the extra instruction and Shin’s book really delivers. It was like having him right there with me, telling me what to do.

Jamie Serion

"Workouts Scheduled For You"

The information and workouts in this book are awesome. I don’t have think about a thing when I go to the gym. I just look at the workout schedule and see what I’m doing today. It’s a real time-saver. Thanks so much.

Brian Kenning

"No More Excuses"

I work in the office a lot, which means I’m sitting at a desk pretty much all day. I work long hours, so I don’t have a lot of extra time for working out. I thought I’d give the MAX Workouts program a try and that has turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’m always telling people about your program. Fantastic!

Rich Evans

"Shorter, More Efficient Workouts"

I have to admit, I was skeptical at first because the workouts seemed so short…but MAX Workouts completely changed the way I view fitness. I’ve never been in better shape—even in my prime.

Jay Walt

"Based On Science"

Max Workouts is the best fitness program available today. So many people still think that long cardio or slower-paced weight lifting is the answer. It’s not. Shin’s program is based on science—and that’s why it works.

Ron Edwards

"Cuts Workout Times By Half"

I can’t believe how the MAX Workouts program has changed my daily life. I’ve transformed my body and actually cut my workout times by more than half. It’s nothing short of amazing

Joe Susu

"Interval Training At It’s Best"

MAX Workouts is interval training at it’s absolute best. The workouts are fast and intense. You can’t possibly get bored with this program…and you will get in phenomenal shape

Erin Silva