| The Men’s Health TNT (Targeted Nutrition Tactics) Diet book from the good folks at Men’s Health is quite simply one of the best books of its kind we have ever read.
Why?
- It covers ALL of the bases (how and what to eat and when to eat it, and how to train) for bodily re composition and optimum health.
- It DESTROYS many of the health and fitness myths which are so persuasive in our culture.
- It is well written and easy to read. The science is explained in a manner anyone can understand.
What Sets the TNT Diet Apart?
“Diets” fail as a rule. They fail because they are unsustainable. They are not lifestyle changes and they invariably leave the participant feeling hungry, tired, or craving for something the diet restricts. In addition, most diets are hard to comply with. We live in a hustle-bustle world where the majority of us simply do not have the time or inclination to pre-prepare our meals. The TNT Diet overcomes all of these concerns. Its beauty lies in its simplicity and science. With the TNT Diet you do NOT need to count calories. You can even eat at fast food restaurants if you wish.
How Does One Eat on the TNT Diet?
At its core, the TNT Diet controls for carbohydrate intake. The book goes into great detail on the science of why carbohydrate, and thus insulin control, is the key to body fat reduction and overall health.
A reduction in carbohydrates automatically results in an increase in protein and fat intake as a percentage of your overall daily caloric consumption. Low carbohydrate foods are by nature either high in protein, fats, or both. Reduced carbohydrate intake also typically results in reduced overall caloric intake. This is due to a combination of the obvious fact that carbohydrates contain calories and therefore their avoidance will result in less calories consumed, plus the fact that both protein and fats provide greater and more sustained satiety therefore reducing one’s desire to overeat.
The authors lay out 3 time zones (Fat-Burning, Reloading, Muscle-Building) which exemplify the importance of nutrient timing. Each zone is described in detail and specific foods and types of foods which can be consumed during these periods are provided. These 3 zones are then integrated to varying degrees into the 5 (A-E) permutations of the TNT Diet. The 5 variations of the program cover the gamut of individual goals, from plan A for those who are looking to lose more than 20 lbs of body fat and more than 4” from their waists, to those who simply want to lose a small amount of fat and maximize their muscle mass (without gaining fat) with plan E.
In addition to the individual food choices provided, the authors also present a myriad of wonderful TNT compliant recipes which allow you to enjoy a gourmet experience while maximizing body fat loss.
TNT Training
A significant portion of the book is dedicated to explaining why resistance training is the best form of exercise for both overall health and physical appearance. This is a tremendously refreshing change from the norm which espouses aerobic exercise as necessary for optimal fat loss and health.
The book includes pictures and solid descriptions of how to perform a myriad of exercises to include an excellent body weight warm-up program. In addition, 2 specific training routines (get back in shape and advanced workout) are provided. Just the training information alone is worth the cost of the book. It is that good!
Summary
As we said in the initial bullet points, no stone is left unturned in this book. It will literally provide you with everything you will ever need to know about how to eat (what to eat and when to eat it) and how to exercise. Basically, the book is a template on how to live in the physical sense.
We can honestly say that we have never read one single book in the genre which contains such a wealth of information in an easy to comprehend fashion, and is as compelling a read (it truly keeps your attention).
As you can tell, this book had a profound effect on us and we are confident it will do the same for you. Making the decision to purchase the Men’s Health TNT Diet book will be a huge step towards helping you to realize your physical potential and goals.
Below are contents of the Men’s Health TNT Diet book:
Contents
- Acknowledgments ix
- Introduction xiii
- The Basics
- Don't Believe Everything You Read (3)
- Trade Your Belly for Biceps (15)
- Your Body, Your Plan (25)
- What to Eat When
- The TNT Diet Quick-Start Guide (33)
- The Fat-Burning Time Zone (37)
- The Reloading Time Zone (57)
- The Muscle-Building Time Zone (77)
- Fuel
- The Drink List (87)
- Recipes for Success (95)
- Training
- The Science of Lifting (131)
- The TNT Workout Plan (147)
- The Get Back in Shape Warkout
- The Advanced Workout
- Your Health
- Look Better, Live Longer (215)
- Saturated Fat and the American Paradox (231)
- TNT for Life (241)
- Index (251)
Product Details
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: Rodale Press, Incorporated (October 2007)
About The Authors - Dr. Jeff Volek & Adam Cambell
| Dr. Jeff Volek is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and holds an adjunct appointment in the Nutritional Sciences [at The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT.]. Dr. Volek is also a registered dietitian (R.D.) and has conducted several prospective research studies investigating a variety of dietary and exercise interventions.
Dr. Volek is a leading authority and researcher in the area of dietary composition and effects on diabetes and cardiovascular disease. He has authored/co-authored over 100 scientific manuscripts as well as several book chapters, conference proceedings, technical reports and editorials. He also co-wrote The Mens Health TNT Book | |  |
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He is co-founder of the Nutrition and Metabolism Society and an Associated Editor of its newly founded open access journal Nutrition & Metabolism. He is also on the Editorial Board of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise and the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research and routinely serves as an ad hoc reviewer for over a dozen scientific journals. His pioneering work with carbohydrate-restricted diets has been a major thrust for the movement to redefine nutritional recommendation to enhance clinical outcomes.
Dr. Volek is routinely invited to present his research findings at the national and international level to professional organizations and to industry. Currently his research is focused on studying novel roles for different dietary supplements and the physiological adaptations to different dietary and exercise regimens with an emphasis on diabetes, cardiovascular disease, weight loss/body composition, and metabolic/endocrine adaptations. His laboratory in the Kinesiology Department has the capabilities of doing state-of-the-art assessments for body composition and biochemical and functional measures related to risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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| Adam Campbell is Men's Health's features editor. He's a National Magazine Award-winning journalist, and co-author of the TNT Diet. Adam holds a master's degree in exercise physiology from the University of Kansas, and is a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
While attending graduate school, he was a researcher in the university's energy balance and human performance laboratories, where he gained valuable hands-on experience training and testing overweight men and women, as well as athletes. In his current job, he works with -- and learns from -- the world's top fitness and nutrition experts on a daily basis. | | 
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