Musclemag International - Abs Special - Review

Musclemag International (MMI), on occasion at the right times of the year , will put out a special issue to deal with the goals for that item.  In this case it is about having those abs for the beach.  This is more of a reference tool than an actual magazine, but it bears looking at for potential.  That is Jeremy Patterson on the cover.

Best Quote: 'Keep in mind that you biggest roadblock...is complacency." Bill Geiger (p. 23)

Feature Article: The heart and soul of this special edition is the 60+ ab exercises that are fully illustrated with advice on each one.  Divided by abdominal area: Upper, Lower, Obliques and Combos.  The specific anatomy of each exercise is illustrated as well.  This section also offers a difficulty level for each exercise as well. (p.39-104)

Notable Articles:
1. Six Week, 6 Pack Starter Guide: Good overall article laying out the groundwork for abdominal training. (p.106-115)
2. Cardio the Lean Maker: Good article on the purpose of cardio in an ab training program.  it includes different intensity levels (p. 116-123)
3. Six Weeks to a Lean Physique: Nutrition article giving a six week program to cut weight. (p.124-131)

Graphic Content Review: There are lots of things to consider in this one.  MMI's regular magazine always does a good job with graphics.  This magazine is no exception.  The real issue is are the graphics useful as this is a training guide.  The fact that a magazine would take the time and illustrate over 60 abdominal exercises with photos, giving a page for each one, is a testimony to a commitment to quality work.  In addition the photos are top notch.  Well done.

Rating: 4 and a quarter stars.  This is a very well don training guide.  You could keep this one on the shelf as a reference tool for all things involving abdominal.  I know it is causing me to rethink my strategy for the rest of the summer.