From Publishers Weekly
Manhattan fitness trainer and wellness coach Kirsch (Sound Mind, Sound Body) has expertly sculpted the bodies of Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista and worked his fitness miracles on ABC's Extreme Makeover. Now he tends to readers seeking a fast way to slim down before that big wedding or bikini season. Normally, Hirsch says, he eschews "get fit quick" schemes, but he claims his combined focus on mind, body, nutrition and exercise will help followers shed unwanted pounds in just 14 days. Make no mistake, however: the regimen is strict ("when you are looking for extreme results you must make extreme sacrifices"), and one must be in fairly good shape even to attempt it (the author includes a pre-program to get readers ready). In addition to a rigorous, cardio-sculpting workout—90 minutes daily, using a stability ball, medicine ball and lightweight dumbbells (photos of the moves included)—Kirsch provides a nutrition plan that prohibits alcohol and limits carbs and unhealthy fats. For those who don't consider a protein shake a sufficient meal, he suggests "real food," such as egg whites, salad and lean proteins, and includes such tempting recipes as Roasted Red Pepper Frittata, Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry, and Turkey and Spinach Burgers. Kirsch's plan requires "150 percent" commitment, but those desiring near-instant gratification will no doubt be rewarded. The real payoff, Hirsch concludes, is that by maintaining the basic principles even after the initial two weeks (though somewhat toning down the regimen), his followers will be healthy and trim for life. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.


Book Description

A fast and proven two -week program for the ultimate body transformation

David Kirsch, personal trainer and a fitness guru of the TV show "Extreme Makeover," has whipped into shape some of the most famous bodies in America. Supermodels Heidi Klum and Linda Evangelista, as well as celebrities such as Liv Tyler, have turned to David Kirsch for his foolproof training regimen when they needed to get to their level of optimum fitness--fast. Now in The Ultimate New York Body Plan, Kirsch shows you how to burn fat and get fit in only two weeks--just in time for that class reunion or anniversary cruise.

This program includes: Easy-to-master lessons on which body parts to target and get the shape you want A customized "ABCDEF" diet--banning alcohol, bread, starchy carbs, dairy, extra sweets, fruits, and most fats--with delicious recipes and menus A high-powered exercise plan combining fat-burning moves with cardio-sculpting workouts The fastest way to build muscle mass and boost metabolism


From the Back Cover

THE ULTIMATE 2-WEEK MAKEOVER...

NO TUMMY TUCKS. NO LIPOSUCTION.

JUST FAST RESULTS WITH THE NEW YORK WAY.

When Victoria's Secret fashion models Heidi Klum, Naomi Campbell and Bridget Hall need to get in shape, they call David Kirsch, owner and founder of the Madison Square Club in New York City. David Kirsch helps his clients get in shape the "New York Way"--with a highly intense, energetic, and no-holds-barred workout.

As the personal fitness trainer for TV's "Extreme Makeover," David Kirsch developed his famed six-week training program used at his New York City fitness club into a 14-21 day crash course--an ultimate combination of exercise, nutrition and motivation could transform anybody....in just two weeks.

The Ultimate New York Body Plan will show you how to: Lose weight...without expensive surgery Tone muscles...in the fastest time possible Define shape...for a lean, sculpted look Increase energy...and burn calories Look your best...and feel even better See real results...that will last a lifetime

This revolutionary two-week makeover plan also includes "The Ultimate Recipe Collection," filled with delicious meals, as well as inspiring true stories and personal questionnaires to give you the motivation you need to transform your body.

"I work out with David Kirsch on a regular basis, but I really see his magic when I need to get in shape quickly....Within two weeks I see huge results and feel stronger, healthier and 100% better inside and out."--Liv Tyler

"When I first contacted David, I had 5 weeks to get in shape for my first movie role. His attitude and take-no-prisoners approach was not only inspiring, it was actually enjoyable!"--Faith Hill

You don't need liposuction or plastic surgery to get a better body.

You need two weeks.

As the personal trainer and fitness guru of television's hit show "Extreme Makeover", David Kirsch has miraculously transformed bodies in a few short weeks. He's founded The Madison Square Club, one of New York's premier health clubs specializing in individualized training and nutritional counseling. He's also trained such celebrity clients as Liv Tyler and Faith Hill. So you've seen the results of his training. But if you think the only way to get a great body is through "extreme" surgery or starvation diets, think again.

Kirsch's revolutionary new two-week makeover, The Ultimate New York Body Plan, is the result of years of professional experience--combined with the extreme scheduling demands of TV's "Extreme Makeover" workouts. By crunching his famous six-week training course into a 14-day high-intensity program, Kirsch has streamlined his proven formula of proper nutrition and exercise to target the problem areas--and transform the body in the shortest time possible. In other words, anybody--even you--can slim down and shape up in just two weeks.

Sure, all the fad diets and fitness regimes promise maximum results in the minimum amount of time. But David Kirsch's new short-term plan is truly the "ultimate." It's specially designed for rapid weight loss and instant muscle toning--just the kind of quick-change body shaping you need when a class reunion, a family function, or swimsuit season is only weeks away. Yes, it's a high-intensity program--but when you're looking for fast results that are immediately noticeable to family and friends, it's the surest, safest makeover on the market.

The Ultimate New York Body Plan includes: The Ultimate Diet: nutritional guidelines as easy to remember as ABCDEF The Ultimate Workout: simple muscle-toning exercises and step-by-step routines in a day-by-day two-week program The Ultimate Motivation: personalized questionnaires, true life stories, and inspiring advice The Ultimate Recipe Collection: delicious healthy food that will fill you up without weighing you down The Ultimate Body Maintenance Plan: because once you see the results, you'll want them to last a lifetime

It's safe, it's simple, and it works. But best of all, David Kirsch's surgery-free methods prove that you don't need to go to "extremes" to get the kind the kind of body you've always wanted. You need only two weeks...and The Ultimate New York Body Plan.


About the Author

David Kirsch is founder and owner of the Madison Square Club, celebrated for its custom-designed fitness training and nutritional counseling. David's work has been seen on the hit television show "Extreme Makeover" as well as in his guest appearances on "Today" and "Extra" and described in his commentary in such magazines as People, US Weekly, In Style, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Allure, Woman's World, Self, and Fitness.

FROM OUR EDITORS

Extreme Makeover fitness guru David Kirsch specializes in quick fitness changes. As a celebrity personal trainer, he has reshaped some of the most famous bodies in America, including actress Liv Tyler and supermodels Heidi Klum and Linda Evangelista. The Ultimate New York Body Plan proposes nothing less than a total-body makeover. After diagnosing which body parts need to be targeted, Kirsch prescribes a high-powered exercise plan combining fat-burning moves with cardio-sculpting workouts. His customized ABCDEF diet is both memorable and effective. It bans alcohol, bread, starchy carbs, dairy, extra sweets, fruits, and most fats. Lean, mean, and fast.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

David Kirsch, personal trainer and a fitness guru of the TV show "Extreme Makeover," has whipped into shape some of the most famous bodies in America. Supermodels Heidi Klum and Linda Evangelista, as well as celebrities such as Liv Tyler, have turned to David Kirsch for his foolproof training regimen when they needed to get to their level of optimum fitness--fast. Now in The Ultimate New York Body Plan, Kirsch shows you how to burn fat and get fit in only two weeks--just in time for that class reunion or anniversary cruise.

This program includes: Easy-to-master lessons on which body parts to target and get the shape you wantA customized "ABCDEF" diet--banning alcohol, bread, starchy carbs, dairy, extra sweets, fruits, and most fats--with delicious recipes and menusA high-powered exercise plan combining fat-burning moves with cardio-sculpting workoutsThe fastest way to build muscle mass and boost metabolism

FROM THE CRITICS

Publishers Weekly

Manhattan fitness trainer and wellness coach Kirsch (Sound Mind, Sound Body) has expertly sculpted the bodies of Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista and worked his fitness miracles on ABC's Extreme Makeover. Now he tends to readers seeking a fast way to slim down before that big wedding or bikini season. Normally, Kirsch says, he eschews "get fit quick" schemes, but he claims his combined focus on mind, body, nutrition and exercise will help followers shed unwanted pounds in just 14 days. Make no mistake, however: the regimen is strict ("when you are looking for extreme results you must make extreme sacrifices"), and one must be in fairly good shape even to attempt it (the author includes a pre-program to get readers ready). In addition to a rigorous, cardio-sculpting workout-90 minutes daily, using a stability ball, medicine ball and lightweight dumbbells (photos of the moves included)-Kirsch provides a nutrition plan that prohibits alcohol and limits carbs and unhealthy fats. For those who don't consider a protein shake a sufficient meal, he suggests "real food," such as egg whites, salad and lean proteins, and includes such tempting recipes as Roasted Red Pepper Frittata, Mediterranean Chicken Stir Fry, and Turkey and Spinach Burgers. Kirsch's plan requires "150 percent" commitment, but those desiring near-instant gratification will no doubt be rewarded. The real payoff, Kirsch concludes, is that by maintaining the basic principles even after the initial two weeks (though somewhat toning down the regimen), his followers will be healthy and trim for life. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

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