Flabs 2 Abs: 30 Day Body Transformation

Brothers Craig and Matt Lewandowski are not fitness experts, but after losing more than 25 pounds in 30 days through diet and exercise, the pair decided to share their formula in this sensible, high-energy program that combines a tutorial on nutrition with cardiovascular and weight-training routines. The hosts begin by stressing the importance of eating five meals a day (three hours apart), scheduling carbohydrates as part of the earliest meals. They offer specific advice on what to eat and what not to eat (or drink—no alcohol on this plan), sharing detailed advice about putting specific classes of food in a particular order in the daily regimen. From there, the siblings explain that the right cardio workout is no more strenuous than walking (harder exercise would require more carbs). Finally, the pair illustrate how to build muscle with small free weights. DVD extras include the featurette “Keeping the Weight Off,” along with helpful tips and examples for creating menus and flexible schedules. Although twice the price of most fitness programs, this is still highly recommended. Aud: P. (T. Keogh)