Has anyone heard of Body For Life?

[lizziegirl]

I have been weight lifting and doing cardio but I am going to start structuring my workouts after the Body for Life.

[Dominique]

No, I hadn't heard of them before. I see they are sponsored by a nutrition supplement company, and their FAQ states that (surprise, surprise!):

"Why should I use nutritional supplements? Nutritional products, such as EAS® nutrition bars and ready-to-drink shakes, are convenient and nutritious ways to help you get in your five to six small meals a day. The nutritional program of Body-for-LIFE® is so important because without proper nutrition, the exercise alone will not produce maximum results. EAS® nutrition bars and ready-to-drink shakes provide high-quality protein, carbohydrates and important vitamins and minerals that you need when you’re trying to lead a healthy, active lifestyle. Plus, they taste great!"

Well, I guess you can still use their workouts if they make sense, and eat the way you want. Is there any particular reason why you chose their workout plans?

[Maxit]

Body For Life has some outdated nutrition recommendations as well as touting fasted cardio workouts which is a bit dodgy.  But the weight training recommendations aren't bad.  The final set of more reps using first rep lighter weight values and doing it to failure might be over kill.

[Dominique]

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@Maxit wrote:

touting fasted cardio workouts which is a bit dodgy.

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Is there evidence that fasted cardio workouts are bad for you? I assume their purpose would be to burn fat faster, right?

[Maxit]

It's not so much whether it is bad for you, but whether it is good for you. This MFP blog post has a nice summary - just no specific references which I will try to acquire for your reading pleasure

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Azdak/view/fasted-cardio-does-not-enhance-fat-loss-617168