THE NEXT BOOK: From Rapid Fat Loss to Strongmen: A Guide to Becoming Superhuman 398 Comments

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It’s finally time to tell you all.

My next book will be a hacker’s guide to the human body. The working title is “From Rapid Fat Loss to Strongmen: A Guide to Becoming Superhuman.” It has actually been planned for more than two years.

I’ve recorded almost every workout I’ve done since age 15, and my house looks like an ER, with dozens of gadgets and medical devices for capturing data. I’ve had hundreds of blood tests performed and have been doing this since 1996, with costs now totalling well over $100,000. I’ve taken my weight from 145 lbs. to 225 lbs. (lean) and back down, and I can remove or add 20 lbs. in 3-4 weeks on-demand.

So, what is the result of all this OCD madness?

I can show you how I safely do things outdated physiology textbooks tell you is impossible. This isn’t because I have some unique intelligence. It’s because I’ve tested the most basic assumptions of nutrition and exercise… and I experiment with outrageous alternatives that end up working.

Cut 2% bodyfat in two weeks? No problem. Increase muscular strength 30% in 48-72 hours, or drop 50-100 pounds of fat? Not an issue. I’ve done the guinea pig shotgun approach so you don’t have to. I’ll spare you the 10,000 pages of literature on a given topic and give you the one unusual 1-2-3 method that produced unbelievable results. That is not to imply this book will not be limited to me. I’ll attempt to include replicable results on multiple subjects (of both genders and including 60+-year olds) instead of “It worked for me, therefore it will work for you” in almost all cases.

Self-experimentation galore, cutting-edge labs from the Ivy League to the Middle East, interviews with superhuman athletes, and a guru-killing examination of results with some of the brightest PhDs and MDs in the world will form the backbone of this book. It will be equally designed for men and women.

And I need your help.

I am looking for research assistants to help with this book, as well as elite athletes (national level or above), trainers of elite athletes, case studies, MDs/PhDs/researchers doing interesting work, and anyone else who thinks they have something that could fit in human performance. Normal people who’ve made incredible progress or found an unusual method that works? Let me know.

Just send me a quick note here.

The 4-Hour Workweek has been sold in 35 languages, has been on The NY Times business bestseller list for more than 2 years unbroken, and has hit #1 NY Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and #1 BusinessWeek, among others. I expect this next book to be MUCH bigger. The names and findings of those featured will be launched worldwide.

Some of the topics I will address include: fat loss, muscular hypertrophy, and reversing injuries (acute, but especially chronic). There will be dozens more, but I have to keep them under wraps for now. I apologize, but trust me — you won’t be disappointed.

Can you help, or know someone who can? Please let me know here.

Exciting times ahead

Posted on June 22nd, 2009

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398 Comments

Oscar — June 22nd, 2009, 3:12 am

Interesting, can’t wait to read this new book.
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Craig Wilson — June 22nd, 2009, 3:14 am

Looking forward to the next book Tim. As a lifelong sportsman…sailing, swimming, cycling, surfing, skiing and now adventure racing…I’m also fascinated by fitness and rapid gains. Its especially appropriate for part time athletes who are deprived of serious training time due to work & family commitments. Can’t wait.
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Au Dang — June 22nd, 2009, 3:22 am

First 4HWW and now this? You’ve hit two branches of my life that I’m most involved in/excited about. You’re the best Tim, I can’t wait!
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Pawel — June 22nd, 2009, 3:23 am

This is really exciting news, but I see its still work in progress, for when do you think it will be ready cause I can’t wait !
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Tomas Eriksson — June 22nd, 2009, 3:26 am

Very interesting stuff! Im very into fitness and healthy lifestyle so this book will be a must read for me. I run about 20-30 miles every week and besides that put in an 4-5 gym workouts. I have experimented alot with amount of calorie intake and different diets. Good thing with running is that its very easy to track your performance. Basically just run the same distances and time every run. Over a period of time you can examine the data and come to conclusions.
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Andreas Climent — June 22nd, 2009, 3:28 am

Sounds promising. I really enjoyed your writing style and ideas in 4HWW so I can’t wait to read the new book!
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Adam Steer - Better Is Better — June 22nd, 2009, 3:31 am

Interesting concept Tim. I think the title might need a bit of polishing…

One thing I’ve learned as a trainer and coach is that the mainstream idea of performance enhancement is “stuck in stupid simplicity.” I’m looking forward to seeing what your personal discoveries have been.

Cheers,
Adam
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David Turnbull — June 22nd, 2009, 3:33 am

Well this was unexpected yet at the same time sounds quite awesome. Looking forward to the book.
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Moran Bentzur — June 22nd, 2009, 3:47 am

Looking forward to the book.
I would recommend checking out the Crossfit movement if you haven’t yet.
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Newbie — June 22nd, 2009, 3:51 am

Still trying to be the Hulk after all these years Mr. Ferriss??? Don’t forget sleep and nutrition in your latest tome in progress as your hacks on each are rather good reads. Good luck with the book.
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Newbie — June 22nd, 2009, 3:53 am

oh yeah. working title is lame. I agree with earlier poster…
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Maxim — June 22nd, 2009, 3:54 am

Sounds great, Tim!

I’m amateur bodybuilder and swimmer who tried different approach and I would love to read your next book.

Wish you luck and thanks for the real value you’re delivering with your blog and books!
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Vid — June 22nd, 2009, 4:05 am

Sounds like a great book, I’ve been trying out different systems for years. All the way from Stu Mittleman’s, Slow Burn which I used to run a marathon to Pete Cisco’s, CNS workouts for which I used to lift incredible weights!

I wish I had been more organised and kept detailed accounts of what I have been up to like you.

Looking forward to the book.
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John Bye — June 22nd, 2009, 4:08 am

Looking forward to the book Tim.

I have a website that improves the productivity of fitness (specifically endurance) training, enabling people to train to their peak in 3 hours per week – please have a look.
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Adam Bate — June 22nd, 2009, 4:18 am

This is fantastic!

You always have great insight into conquering physical performance. I look forward to having all your findings in one book.

Best of luck with the release.
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Rob - DANCE GLITTER FUN — June 22nd, 2009, 4:24 am

TIM! I will be your guinea pig if you need one! I am a skinny professional dancer who needs to build some serious muscle. Honestly, I’m puny! Minute muscles. TINY! So, help me out! I wait with bated breath for my transformation to a muscled maniac! Chat soon!
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Doonow — June 22nd, 2009, 4:26 am

Impatient to read it !
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Ryan — June 22nd, 2009, 4:35 am

I lost 122 pounds in 11 months once. But I’m sure there’s something in your new book about doing that with a single, hearty dump…
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Ryan — June 22nd, 2009, 4:42 am

In all seriousness, this sounds really cool. I’d love to see someone do a Freakonomics-style assessment of a large set of workout/nutrition data, and it sounds like you do indeed have the data to do that.

One thing, though: I cringe whenever you use the term “fat loss.” It immediately makes me think “scam.” I understand why you do it, though… it provides better talking points than “low glycemic” or “low carb.”
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Mark — June 22nd, 2009, 4:58 am

When’s the book due? Good Luck with it!
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Peter Herku — June 22nd, 2009, 5:05 am

Hi Tim,

Being a sportman – 1 KYU in Kyokushin karate, nowdays running and fitness – and teacher/coach in Lean Six Sigma I’m always interested in methods of Improving Performance.
One key element is to define your baseline and then start monitoring your chosen metric to understand changes and see improvements.
Looking forward to reading your test results (based on statistical significance )
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Josh — June 22nd, 2009, 5:21 am

Wow! That is great news! I know this maybe to early to ask this question but when will it be out?
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Andrew Barbour — June 22nd, 2009, 5:30 am

Awesome. For those of us who are not particularly business-minded, yet still appreciate the “lifestyle design” aspect of TFHWW, this is a GREAT direction to take things. I’m very much looking forward to the finished product!
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alex - unleash reality — June 22nd, 2009, 5:32 am

the glory!!! a new tim ferriss book. ‘i’m sooo excited… i’m sooo excited… naaah naah wooo yaaay haaa!’ *does victory dance* lol

power image!

really like your snappy titles… and this one works really well as a book too

i’ll become superhuman and physically capable of your tests when i’ve read the book on how to become superhuman

…actually, i did lose 20% of my weight (fat) and improve my health dramatically by following an ayurvedic diet (orientated at eating according to your nature – your “dosha”). ask your yoga teacher about it.

def worth checking out. seen some amazing results both in myself and others by following the ayurvedic system.

…what’s more, it explains why some diets work for some people and not for others… because different people have different natures and eating one thing is good for you and bad for me (etc).

exciting times

all the best
alex – unleash reality
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Louis Leo — June 22nd, 2009, 5:39 am

I think this is super cool. The 4HWW provides an oomph for folks who are trying to gasp for air fighting for time in the working environment while this one provides an added oomph for the whole physical well-being. If 4HWW is geared towards mental lifestyle then this latest offering would translate into physical lifestyle… in my own words I’ll go get it when it’s out!
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John Fotheringham — June 22nd, 2009, 5:42 am

Can’t wait to read it. I am extremely interested in “effective” health and fitness solutions (as you have said so often, I am drawing a line here between efficacy and efficiency.)

I’m sure you already have more data than you need, but I highly recommend that you read “Good Calories, Bad Calories” by Gary Taubes if you haven’t already. His book (though not nearly as popular as it deserves to be) tests a lot of assumptions about weight loss, calories, obesity, etc. He cites hundreds of studies, and tears hundreds apart for not being good science. At the very least, it would be a good source to quote from in your sure-to-blow-our-minds book.

I also urge you to check out Cross-Fit (http://journal.crossfit.com/). It’s the most effective fitness system (more of a philosophy really) that I have found to date.

Good luck, Tim!
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Brad — June 22nd, 2009, 6:13 am

Does the book address the biggest hurdles? Motivation, discipline, commitment, just to name a few. There many ways to improve physical performance, but if your brain is not in it, there is no chance for massive change/results.
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Mack Staples — June 22nd, 2009, 6:23 am

Tim,

This looks amazing. From seeing you blog posts on the subject, as well as mentions you’ve made other places in the past, I have no doubt this will be interesting, accurate, useful, and (the best part) a slap in the face of the status quo and conventional wisdom. This will be on my shelf as soon as it’s published (or before, if you want a reviewer(please!)).

Also, I will be referring my brother to the signup sheet. I’m the geek, he’s the freak— college soccer all-star just signing his pro contract.

Keep up the great work,
M
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Kevin — June 22nd, 2009, 6:26 am

Wow! I’ve been waiting for you to release something like this. I want to design the cover.
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Craig — June 22nd, 2009, 6:35 am

I’m way to lazy to do all the research myself so I’m looking forward to your condensed version. I’m sure it’ll be great Tim!
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Roman Hardgrave — June 22nd, 2009, 6:36 am

Tim,
Very exciting, I’ll be interested on reading your insights into the human body. Please include your research on hangover avoidance!

My only worry from a marketing standpoint is getting lost in the piles of self-help weight-loss crap. However, there’s obviously a huge market there, so if you conquer it, you’re right, it will be much bigger than the 4HWW.

Best wishes.
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Paul — June 22nd, 2009, 6:47 am

As a MMA fighter / BJJ player I have to cut weight regularly, so this stuff is very very interesting for me.

Can’t wait to read it.
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Allen — June 22nd, 2009, 6:57 am

Not surprised at all. Very much looking forward to it. Any time line on the release? Next year?
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Greg Rollett — June 22nd, 2009, 7:06 am

Hey Tim, That’s great news on the new book. Your previous posts on fitness and weight loss have been intriguing if not eye opening. Love the fact that you write based on fact, it makes it that much more impactful. Looking forward to hearing more as the release comes closer.
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Justin Razmus — June 22nd, 2009, 7:08 am

Tim,

Sounds great. This is a subject that will appeal to such a wide variety of people. I spend most of my time running a real estate company, and traveling the U.S. speaking about real estate and business, but have always (at least almost always) had an obsession with staying physically fit. I look forward to hearing more about the upcoming book. Keep up the good work.
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Daniel McClure — June 22nd, 2009, 7:09 am

Interesting move, unexpected but I will probably end up taking a look. I know you’ve mentioned some health related things before but it’s crazy that you’ve been keeping those records for so long. That’s dedication for sure!
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Brian Burridge — June 22nd, 2009, 7:13 am

Looking forward to it. If you need presales you’ve got one here. I do hope you re-title it though. I think it should have a title much like your 4 hr work week. Something that demands attention. The current working title would be one I’d overlook on the shelf. Maybe something like “Be a Superman”, “Be Superhuman”, “The Superman within”, “4 days to Superman”, etc.
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Allen — June 22nd, 2009, 7:14 am

Though probably well outside the scope of your book. The most interesting sports performance book I’ve read is Jonathan Niednagel’s stuff tying personality and brain development with physical performance. http://su.pr/A6pxo0

The idea is that certain large areas of the brain are responsible for multiple functions and as they develop in different proportions certain characteristics of both personality and physical performance are highly correlated. So if you’re an INTP on the Meirs Briggs you tend to be terrible at mass motor movement (or really sports in general) but better at fine motor movement (performing brain surgery, playing saxophone, etc.) While another type may predict that you are better a mass motor movement. His theory is not well supported, but it’s very interesting and from what I’ve seen fairly accurate.
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Jef Martens — June 22nd, 2009, 7:14 am

Looks nice Tim, how are you going to incorporate research that normally takes a few years to do in your book when it is already on its way to be finished?

Pity that we do not have such a research centre in my university city…
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Aaron — June 22nd, 2009, 7:14 am

Tim-

When do you think we can expect a book release?
Later this year? Next year?
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Jacob Share — June 22nd, 2009, 7:15 am

Sounds riveting, and I also think it has the potential to be MUCH BIGGER. I’m also glad to hear that it will be launched worldwide.
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Ben — June 22nd, 2009, 7:19 am

Sold. I’ll buy it, just tell me where and when. I followed your slow carb diet and lost 30 pounds just from the description on your blog. You should do some sort of contest where the prize is the very first book off the presses.
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Nicky — June 22nd, 2009, 7:21 am

Yes, this will be big. Tim is just too good of a marketer to let this get lost in the shuffle and the only other option is for it to be huge.
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Laurian Gridinoc — June 22nd, 2009, 7:22 am

There is so much bullshit out there regarding this.

It would be great if you will have a chapter on how to read your findings, opposed with the `bad science’ of other books; Ben Goldacre, the author of `Bad Science’ would be the best option for contributing to a such chapter.
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- Tim Ferriss — June 22nd, 2009, 6:16 pm
  
  @Laurian,
  
  Oh, yes. Yes, indeed. Yes, indeedy. I will be teaching people all about how to spot bad science. It’s ridiculous how sloppy most of the “science” out there is. I’ve recommended Ben before — he is outstanding.
  
  Thanks!
  
  Tim
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VTAMethodman — June 22nd, 2009, 7:29 am

I’ve been waiting for this since geek to freak! Awesome! When is it coming out? can loyal readers ‘such as myself’ get early copies?

I even have a video based on your breakfast vid. (just search youtube for superman breakfast)
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Kaiser — June 22nd, 2009, 7:35 am

Un-freaking-believable -

You’ve done it again man – and love the fitness angle of this one – I’ve always considered this a fitness blog – you just keep hitting topics right up my alley –

Bigger is right – get ready for another movement and revolution with this – that’s all I’ve got to say -
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Phil Cockfield — June 22nd, 2009, 7:36 am

Hey Tim,
I assume you’ve seen Michael Murphy’s work, but though I’d mention it in case you haven’t.

His astounding book “The Future of the Human Body” is a “a massive historical and cross-cultural collection of documentation of various occurrences of extraordinary human functioning”.

If you get in touch with him (and if anyone can, I’m guessing you can) I think he’d be a great resource for a book of this kind.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Murphy_(author)

Good luck. Looking forward to reading it.
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Doc Kane — June 22nd, 2009, 7:37 am

Fabuloso! …just filled out your form, Tim. . .I think there are a few ways in which I can help, as well as direct you toward some other folks who can aid in your research.

P.S. I just finished reading the Engine2 Diet book. . .mainly a vegan-style plant based diet plan, which I’ve utilized before with great success. This book is great though in that it offers up some scientific illustrations of a sort that show how our typical diet affects our bodies at the cellular level.

Two things I found intriguing that I thought you might have additional input on. All the research I’ve discovered over the weekend is conflicting, of course.

In the book, fish oil supplements are cited as a possible no-no due a study from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine which says, according to the book, that fish oils are “highly unstable molecules that can break down and release dangerous, disease-causing free radicals.” Ick.

Recognizing, of course that you’re not a doctor, have you found anything that points to a similar conclusion? Also, casein (which I’ve seen you speak about previously) is mentioned as being a promoter of tumor growth. …that doesn’t sound too good either.

If you’ve written about this before, in a comment, I apologize for asking again. . .haven’t seen it anywhere myself!

Cheers,
Doc
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David — June 22nd, 2009, 7:38 am

Your first book inspired me to get off my ass and be more intentional with my life…and I applied that inspiration to the gym too.

This might be the first book that I’ve ever pre-ordered. LOL
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Daniel S. — June 22nd, 2009, 7:40 am

I always love hearing / reading what you have to say Tim. I tried your advice (From Geek to Freak) and the results exceeded my expectations, and have also found that your weight management tips (how to lose 20 lb’s of fat in 30 days) work well. I had built it in to my lifestyle without to much adjustment, and seemingly in a matter of weeks I have needed to pierce new holes in my belt.

The wisdom of the Four Hour Workweek was also a catalyst for a massive change of mindset and ongoing life change for me and my wife. I find myself constantly referring back to it for advice.

I’m looking forward to your new book (especially if it really can solve my back issues).
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Ryan Nile — June 22nd, 2009, 7:40 am

Tim!

Thank you! I love your approach to the body – I am AMPED for this. Would love to be a guinee pig.

Where do I pre-order?
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Devin Reams — June 22nd, 2009, 7:49 am

Congrats, Tim. I’ll keep my eyes out for anyone that may be able to help…
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Jason — June 22nd, 2009, 7:51 am

This was unexpected, but I like it! I’m so glad your writing something very practical, I was scared it might be a philosophical/vagabonding type book.

Careful you don’t loose the magic of 4HWW, not everyone is appreciative of highly methodical literature, even if it is practical. Intuitively speaking, I think its important that you keep the elements of story telling and triumph well ingrained throughout the book.

Also, don’t loose sight of 95% of the ‘exercise niche’ which are lay-people trying to loose 10-20lbs of fat.
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Joseph Stasio — June 22nd, 2009, 7:54 am

Tim-

I just wanted to make sure you received my submitted form for the Research Assistant position. I am so pumped for this, literally and figuratively.

Thanks-

Joe
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- Tim Ferriss — June 22nd, 2009, 6:09 pm
  
  @Joseph and All,
  
  Joseph, if you submitted, I”ll see it. Just be patient, as I’m letting them accrue for a few days.
  
  To all: this book will not be limited to me in any respect. I realize that saying “It worked for me, therefore it will work for you” is at best a risky proposition. I will only use this argument when I have some compelling data to support it.
  
  Tim
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Drew Sports Nutritionist — June 22nd, 2009, 8:06 am

Sounds interesting….. Knowing as I do the hype surrounding these areas it’ll be interesting to see how the info is ‘filtered’ and presented. What works for one doesn’t work for another despite the presence of a sensible sound mechanism or science to back it up.

Many books rely on ever bigger and bolder claims to sell books, but ultimately when much of what is advertised doesn’t work people just become disillusioned with everything and give up – I hope this book sheds some light and doesn’t add to the overload of info that there is out there!
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Ben — June 22nd, 2009, 8:07 am

This sounds awesome! I can’t wait to read the book when it comes out.
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Masha — June 22nd, 2009, 8:14 am

Great Idea for book, Tim.

Would love to see how you differentiate your approach between men and women’s bodies.

Being a kickboxing instructor for 15 years, I’ve trained people of all shapes and sizes – women loose fat and build muscle very differently then men. Would love to see how you address that in the new book
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JC — June 22nd, 2009, 8:18 am

Tim – I’ve been keeping my head down making money and drinking myself stupid and along comes your email with the google docs form on it. I was utterly blown away by the google form/spreadsheet idea and the implication it has on a big section of my business. I have already implemented a prototype that will automate a big section of my business leaving me more time to make more money and drink more wine, maybe even better wine.

PS – have REALLY enoyed your stuff on Seneca. Bought one of his books and read Letter 24. Exceptional – especially the stuff why on the pointlessness of the fear of death and consequently most other phantom fears too.
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Sarah — June 22nd, 2009, 8:27 am

This will be too late for the book, but I’d be interested in BEING one of the stories — mother of five, all C-sections, metabolism greatly changed through gestational diabetes and age, gained 50 pounds over the course of the five pregnancies.

Stuff that used to work now doesn’t, and stuff that does work is very slow and time-consuming.

Can’t wait for the new book.
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Mike — June 22nd, 2009, 8:28 am

When you look at the stats for his top posts you’ll see the fitness ones still have some of the highest views. He’s right that the potential is much bigger.

Tim I look forward to someone pitting more credibility into the nutrition/fitness industry, there’s far too many joke products and programs out there!
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Lukas — June 22nd, 2009, 8:28 am

Hey Tim!
Nice to hear about your new book!
I have one question though: do you have considered that you simply have amazing genes, that enable you to do all this?
I am all for optimization and tracking and data and stuff, but some people just don’t have the genes to pull off certain feats.
Would be nice if you could clarify that, and I wish you much luck with it. As someone said earlier, you’ve got a presale here
And if you want someone to review the German translation I’d do that too
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John — June 22nd, 2009, 8:33 am

I loved your last book. I’m only 18 and in college, but I’m trying to prepare to live the four hour work week. I can’t wait for your next book to come out. I’ve been fascinated by the body, but I hope see you take my interest in muscle-building to a whole nother level.

Oh yeah, the times ahead will definitely be exciting.
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ExplodingRotatorCuff — June 22nd, 2009, 8:47 am

Your hypertrophy ideas may partly apply to distance training.

Based on your posts, I tested a hypothesis: what if bicycle distance training is not about “collecting miles” (conventional wisdom), but instead about aggressive exposure and long recovery?

I’m in my mid-40s. This spring, in about 9 weeks, I went from riding 30 miles — painfully — to completing my first century ride relatively easily. The regimen was simple:

1. Ride once every 5 to 7 days, hard.
2. Initially, use a “spinning” cadence to avoid joint injury.
3. Increase distance substantially every time.
4. In addition to normal diet, consume a huge steak, potatoes and 2 beers immediately after each ride.
5. Between rides, stretch but don’t exercise. Keep eating a lot.

That’s about it. I’ve done distance training before, but never got results this quickly, even back in my 20s. This result implies I was previously just starved of nutrition and rest during training.

Thanks for your posts, which prompted the experiment. Any info on distance training would be appreciated.
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John Bye — June 22nd, 2009, 8:57 am

Really interesting idea Tim.

One question – how are you going to make what works for you work for others?

From my work on human performance it’s clear that that is the big challenge – it’s not that there are right and wrong things to do, but that there are right and wrong things for you to do, i.e. you need to find:

1. What works for you, improve it and do more of it
2. What doesn’t work for you, get rid of it

And as quickly as possible…. I’ve been working on an algorithm that does just that for endurance training.
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Umm Ibraheem — June 22nd, 2009, 9:16 am

I’ll bite. When is your estimated launch date?
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Warren — June 22nd, 2009, 9:16 am

I need this to have some food in it. Food that I can eat and is really simple to make. Even if I have to eat it 5 times a day to get the effect- as long as it’s easy and reasonably cheap- that is what I want. I would love to get to the muscular/ but still lean status that attracts the opposite sex and intimidates competitors in a way that I don’t have to apply any strength to them (Yeah, I’ve been bullied more than once in life and hated it).
Lastly, is there ANY truth to ANY supplement ad in a magazine (men’s health, anyone?)?
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Lance Goyke — June 22nd, 2009, 9:18 am

This sounds like a FANTASTIC idea and something I am very interested in. I would love to read this book.
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Christian James — June 22nd, 2009, 9:18 am

Can’t wait to read the new book, and I was really hoping you would write a book on the subject, or one on learning languages correctly. Although I really don’t like the title – sounds like a gimmicky infomercial. How about just “4-Hours a Week Workout” or something simple along those lines that also references your past book.
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Rahul — June 22nd, 2009, 9:20 am

Looking forward to this book. I’ve had a personal goal this year to get down to 12-15% body fat and i seem to be hitting plateaus. I am getting significantly stronger with less exercises due to a 5×5 program i’ve been using, I guess pareto’s principal apples here also

I really like the title. Did you use Google AdWords to come up with it like you suggested in the 4 Hour Work Week?

The early announcement is great. Was this planned or are you trying out the early announcement marketing that Gary V is doing with his book “Crush It”?
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Cory Nadilo — June 22nd, 2009, 9:32 am

This sounds very interesting. Look forward to it.
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Quinn — June 22nd, 2009, 9:34 am

Is nobody else put off by the claim of “Drop 50-100 pounds in weight or increase muscular strength 30% in 48-72 hours?” This is absurd and none of the previous 30 or so commenters seemed to mind.

Tim, I’m beginning to think your readers are trying the guinea pig shotgun approach literally and with the shotgun pointed directly at their heads.
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- Tim Ferriss — June 22nd, 2009, 6:00 pm
  
  @Quinn,
  
  I should probably clean up that sentence, and I will. The strength gain part is straight forward, but I don’t want to make it sound like you lose 50-100 pounds in 48-72 hours. The 48-72 hours only applies to the strength increase.
  
  Thanks for pointing out some sloppy writing! Oops!
  
  Tim
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Varun — June 22nd, 2009, 9:37 am

Tim,

I suggest you check out Testosterone Muscle at http://www.t-nation.com. The guys that contribute material to the website are all qualified(Ph.Ds and what not), and all consider themselves to be “Unapologetic Muscle Building Elitists”. It is the only site I visit to learn detailed information on the body, new workouts, etc.

Hope that helps! Looking forward to your new book!

Cheers,

Varun
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Johnny D — June 22nd, 2009, 9:37 am

I will buy this book.
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elai — June 22nd, 2009, 9:40 am

Diet & Exercise books are a lot bigger niche, good luck!
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Pawel — June 22nd, 2009, 9:42 am

Can’t wait to get it. I had some success (-8kg) with low carb diet, so if anything there will be that useable for an average couch potato, it will be worth every dollar spent
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Rich — June 22nd, 2009, 9:45 am

Doc Kane
I lowered my triglycerides from over 900 to about 100 in less than six months by doing nothing more than taking fish oil capsules. Any fat can oxidize and create free radicals, including fish oil. Keep your fish oil capsules in the fridge and they should be fine. Break one open every once in a while to see if it has a rancid smell if you are worried about a batch.

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is a vegan-pushing organization with ties to PETA, so I really have a hard time believing anything they have to say involving animal products. They were big fans of vegetable oil/shortening use instead of animal fats – until the data on trans fats started coming in. Oops!
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Brian Walker — June 22nd, 2009, 9:48 am

More of what you best…love it.

Hack on brother!
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Rich B — June 22nd, 2009, 9:54 am

Tim, This is awesome

I second the above suggestion of checking out http://www.crossfit.com
They are on the edge of fitness methods in my opinion.

Also watch the movie every second counts.
The trailer is on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvtBiJ8aoHU
(WFS link)

I think the crossfit community would be a great place to test some of your stuff out in.

Thanks!
Rich
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Adam — June 22nd, 2009, 9:54 am

Love the idea of this book. Thank you for doing it

The only other fitness guru I listen to would have to be
Matt Furey and his combat conditioning without
weights. http://combatconditioning.com/

It has help me and a few of my friends with working out.
I like this type of working out because you can do it
anywhere & almost anytime with little help.

The only special fat loss & recover technique would be a
simple vacuum or breathing technique.

Thanks
Adam
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Eryk Banatt — June 22nd, 2009, 9:57 am

First comment on this Blog

I’m a big fan (and subscriber) of both your blog and your book. I’m really looking forward to this, as I really liked your posts on the subject.

Can’t wait for its release!

-Eryk Banatt
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nathan miller — June 22nd, 2009, 10:08 am

Sign me up when the book is published! In fact, I want to be on a waiting list to be one of the first to get the book. I’ve tried the “Geek to Freak” method (look for the post in Tim’s blog) and it worked great! I can’t wait to see the more refined (and more complete) update!
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Daniel Richard — June 22nd, 2009, 10:19 am

Tim! From hacking time / productivity / lifestyle to going into hacking body to become superhuman. Huge switch in topic.

Saw some an older with the before -> after photos of your workout schedule. You sure have the credibility to launch THE NEXT BOOK. Go for it.
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Jeff — June 22nd, 2009, 10:21 am

Darn it Tim, now that my work life is finally balanced (and yes, I can practically live on a 4HWW), now I’m going to have to get physically fit? Ah, no problem, looking forward to the new book and good luck!
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Scott Nixon — June 22nd, 2009, 10:22 am

I’m running a marathon in two weeks and wish I could cut 2% body fat beforehand so I can be swifter. I’m totally ready for this book. Currently reading the The Thrive Diet by Brendan Brazier

http://books.google.com/books?id=DnMGaaGFyNEC&dq=brendan+brazier&printsec=frontcover&source=bl&ots=jYThK9Gda2&sig=eCkqCwB5xcx3bbuhQ_X-ujFzOD8&hl=en&ei=tr0_SoKmK4-eswPr-YC7Dw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=11
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Mike — June 22nd, 2009, 10:23 am

I’m in! I’ve used your weight lost post (twice) with great results. I’ll be buying the book for sure. Great topic for you to write on.
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Tobi — June 22nd, 2009, 10:31 am

Can’t wait till it gets out. Your stuff has been inspirational so far. I can’t wait to try it.
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Ryan — June 22nd, 2009, 10:46 am

I say this as a compliment Tim…I try to eat well, I exercise daily and I’m always working on supplementing my income…but you make me feel like such a slacker! Between your 4 Hour Work Week book, and now this Superhuman book, you quickly remind me that I’ve got a long way to go.

I will definitely purchase your new book, looking forward to it.

Ryan
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Brock — June 22nd, 2009, 10:50 am

I thought you looked particularly buff at Google I/O. Now I know why …
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Hey dude — June 22nd, 2009, 10:53 am

So this will be like the book “Becoming Batman” but more practical?

Will you be including nootropics? Biometric logging devices (like Bodybugg and sleep monitors)? Ways to measure CNS fatigue (tap test for instance)? Ways to enhance recovery (like contrast baths)?
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kare anderson — June 22nd, 2009, 11:06 am

As the second female (so far) to comment I am happy to hear that your stuff can work for women too. In a world that rewards thinking i can’t help but think that a rational book on super fitness will make us feel alot better- especially since, coming from you Tim, it will have explicit plans to follow and back-up research + examples of how your suggestions have work for you and/or others.
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Ryan Robitaille — June 22nd, 2009, 11:28 am

Sounds great, Tim. I can’t wait to hear your particular “brand” of fitness and nutrition.

Personally, I’ve had a ton of success with low-carb / high-protein diet and “slow burn” type strength exercises maybe 2 hours a week. Doing the right things and leveraging your metabolism like that truly is a “fitness HACK”. Hell, I’m stronger and in better shape at 30 than I ever was as a (much more active) young squid.

Cheers!
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Scott Dinsmore — June 22nd, 2009, 11:29 am

Congrats on a new book to come Tim! Sounds like you have created the background to add a lot of value for us.

One thing I think is important to touch upon, and something which many “gain lots of muscle” or “lose lots of fat/weight” books and strategies tend to leave out is what is actually healthy. They have the muscle gain or weight loss as their end all be all goal and forget about the fact that in the end we want to be sure we are doing things to create and sustain a healthy body. I have done a lot of reading on this over the past two years. My guess is you have too. A few books worth looking at are” The China Study”, “The Ph Miracle”, “The Ph Miracle for Weightloss” and “In Defense of Food”. You can find reviews of some of them on my site.

Covering some of the overall health topics and long standing studies that have shown what keeps the body healthy and disease free would really round out your piece.

Have fun with it and I can’t wait to get myself a copy!

-Scott
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Darren Michaels — June 22nd, 2009, 11:35 am

Tim,

I am a believer by now…so if you write it, I will buy. I have done my best to incorporate many of your techniques for various aspects of my life, and have become a better man for it. Can’t wait for the new book, and good luck!

My new book has recently hit Amazon and the others, and am hoping for some “Four Hour” type success.

Cheers!
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Tom — June 22nd, 2009, 11:44 am

Sounds great Tim! I think it’s a natural progression in your work to move from lifestyle design to health and physical performance.

I’m looking forward to it.
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Morley — June 22nd, 2009, 11:44 am

That’s not seriously the title, is it? If that survived your Google Adwords testing then I don’t know what’s wrong with Googlers.
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Your Sixth Grade English Teacher — June 22nd, 2009, 11:48 am

Typo. Line one.
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elizabeth mars — June 22nd, 2009, 12:13 pm

I am beyond thrilled with this concept! Might be able to help.

Title refinement would be good.

grrrrreat!
e
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Carl Nelson — June 22nd, 2009, 12:25 pm

As someone who is fascinated by movement and the potential of the human body I’ve really enjoyed the articles here on nutrition, water consumption, fat loss and muscle development.

I’m very excited to see how you’ve tested and tried the assumptions of the fitness and diet world.
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Tullibo — June 22nd, 2009, 12:32 pm

Very excited and interested to see your results. I’ve been playing with-sleep hacking over the past 5 months using various supplements, diet and with different sleep cycle lengths with some good results…..its amazing how far body performance can be upped with insignificantly small hacks and tweaks.

Really looking forward to getting my hands on this but agree the title needs tweaking. In the 4HWW you talked about book title multivariate testing with Google Adwords – you could probably shortcut/shortlist potential titles to a degree using Google Insights before testing:
http://www.google.com/insights/search/
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Anthony — June 22nd, 2009, 1:19 pm

Tim, gotta ask, have you read the latest book on high intensity training, Body by Science?

I think it would be well worth a look before finishing your new book…

-Anthony
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Stephen Wise — June 22nd, 2009, 1:47 pm

Whatttt! This is whatsup-

Dude do you discuss positive psychology and its physical effects on the human body, or pre-meditated body image, and it actually taking on that form. Alpha male psychology leading to an alpha male body and vice-versa, as seen throughout many species. Don’t forget how Green Tea= elixer of life as well.
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Stephen Wise — June 22nd, 2009, 1:57 pm

also, I would die if you kept this as the real Title at launch. I may even go blind. That’s my non-trad form of constructive criticism.
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bandwagon — June 22nd, 2009, 2:00 pm

Excellent idea Tim! Didn’t realise blog comments were moderated – why?
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Torben — June 22nd, 2009, 2:34 pm

Hi Tim!

Deine Ankündigung kommt überraschend aber gefällt mir! Ich habe aber Zweifel, ob du wirklich eine sensationelle ( neue) Methode entdeckt hast. Ich selbst trainiere seit langer Zeit und habe festgestellt, dass der Körper sehr lange braucht um sein Gewicht zu ändern.
Dennoch freue ich mich auf das Buch und werde es sicher lesen. Es wird sicher ein Erfolg!

I wish you all the best! From Germany
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Jason — June 22nd, 2009, 2:46 pm

Realy looking forward to this!!
Like many on here I am fascinated with the body and its capabilities.
I am personally experimenting with the Tabata training protocol after a long lay-off from proper exercise.
I have used this method a few years ago and it rapidly helped to get my fitness back.
The goal is to up my aerobic fitness and lower my resting heart rate.
4 minutes of pain before a weights workout!
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ACercenia — June 22nd, 2009, 3:07 pm

Great news Tim! I look forward to reading the book when it comes out (and more blog posts along the way), especially if there’s more kettlebell and BJJ content.
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Chad — June 22nd, 2009, 3:07 pm

I’m pretty sure most people knew this was coming! Especially considering your relative silence on your blog about the subjects, saving the good stuff for the book I’ve been looking forward to the announcement.

Kind regards,
Chad.
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David Cohen — June 22nd, 2009, 3:18 pm

Can’t wait! If you need an interview with me just let me know. LOL.
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steve — June 22nd, 2009, 3:47 pm

Don’t forget the standard disclaimer “individual results may vary”
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Cam — June 22nd, 2009, 3:52 pm

Tim, I can’t believe you made us wait this long for your next book!! I can’t wait! When do you think the release date will be? Can you give us at least a rough idea?
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Cam — June 22nd, 2009, 3:58 pm

Also… don’t forget to include stuff on increasing energy. I found it also increases motivation, and is thus very important.
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lisa — June 22nd, 2009, 4:32 pm

Hi Tim, I’ve been waiting for this very book!

We must find Dara Torres’ and Holly Hunter’s (I can’t belive she is 51?!!!) secrets.

I volunteer to proof and copyedit!
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lisa — June 22nd, 2009, 4:40 pm

I still think “The 4 hour body” is a good title.
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Dennis — June 22nd, 2009, 4:50 pm

Can I get an advance copy? I’m needing quick results by July 25th for a physical agility test, so I’ll have to read back through your old posts to find some nuggets that might help. I’ll look forward to the book, too.
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Tri — June 22nd, 2009, 5:05 pm

Tim, sounds great and it’ll definitely be an interesting read. However, you should make sure that you back up all that you say with more than “It worked for me”.
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Aaron Kemmer — June 22nd, 2009, 5:49 pm

Looking forward to it.

I suggest switching the title around, having SUPERHUMAN the main title.

It sticks out the most in my eyes. But I’m sure you’ll do a GA test to optimize the eyes-to-buys ratio.
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Terri Yu — June 22nd, 2009, 6:28 pm

I am excited about your book especially since it wil be inclusive of women. I’m tired of books geared towards women who want to be “toned.” I’m interested in being strong and athletic.
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Micah Cranman — June 22nd, 2009, 6:40 pm

You mention chronic injury.

I’m curious if you’ll touch on chronic diseases, specifically forms of inflammatory arthritis. I personally have Ankylosing Spondylitis and have established how to manage it well with diet and supplementation, but it’s also clear to me that there are factors at work I haven’t pinned down, exercise being a big component.

Would be very interested to see your ideas on not just becoming superhuman, but recovering health from a chronic disease state.

Very exciting stuff. Can’t wait to read it.
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Richard Brian Penn — June 22nd, 2009, 6:48 pm

Wow! This is mind blowing! Perhaps (don’t know if you can) offer a discount when the book is ready to go to print to your blog readers. I bet you’d pre-sell 100,000 books alone just to us guys

I’m in!
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Sean West — June 22nd, 2009, 6:51 pm

Tim,

I am a 22 year old college grad, former wrestler and entrepreneur. I can’t really find the words to describe the life changes your last book has inspired, but I can say I’ve read your book at least 15 times and it gave me both the final push to start my own business and the architecture I needed to get it making more than 60 thousand a year taking up less than 4 hours per week. I now have mobility, free time to whitewater kayak and pretty much have you to thank. I would literally be working 80 hour weeks as an intern at a real estate firm right now if you hadn’t written your book. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

Just started your diet, and totally stoked for the next book.

Peace,
Sean
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Suggestion — June 22nd, 2009, 8:11 pm

Cool idea – I’ll buy the book.

But I think you need a title that is more catchy than “From Rapid Fat Loss…,” something that grabs attention like “4 Hour Work Week.” The words “fat loss” should be purged if this book is not going to sound like every other “lose fat now” book on the shelf.

To borrow your other language, I like “Hacker’s Guide to Transforming the Human Body, or something like that. “Superhuman” is a bit of a misnomer. The cool feat you discovered is how to radically alter the design of your body is a mystifyingly quick fashion, not give yourself “superhuman” strength where you’re lifting airplanes over your head. I’d focus on the “transforming” or “hacking” aspect of your research/experiments in designing the title.

I hope that’s constructive. I’m a big fan of the site and your book
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Ergest — June 22nd, 2009, 8:32 pm

Tim when is it coming out? I really need a guide to fat loss and weight gain that makes sense. There is too much confusion, I can get no relief.
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Marcie — June 22nd, 2009, 8:54 pm

Love it & saw it coming Please include another blurb re: human instinction like you did in 4HWW, because when that happens, nothing else matters. We do need superhumans to live long and prosper
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J Hobitakis — June 22nd, 2009, 9:22 pm

Wow i have spent a decent amount of time trying to find out what your next book is about, It’s really a relief to find out. I am excited about it “body hacks rock” I have tried the 4 week diet, and it had some astonishing results people could not believe me. i called it the bean diet thought

kudos
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PPC4 — June 22nd, 2009, 9:34 pm

Tim-

I’ve been thinking alot about your book and the secondary effects of it getting published and doing well.

I just can’t get out of my head the notion that you’re going to take alot of heat. The more popular, the more abuse you’re going to suffer from people whose jobs depend on you being wrong. The people who have had the same, likely wrong, information will pile on because of their inability to get comfortable with the notion they’ve been incorrect so long. There will be a backlash commensurate with the success level. 4hww has some controversiality to it, but this one will have institutions basically set up to be against it that are very powerful…and one-sided.

Any human would likely be mentally and emotionally beat down by this over time. I hate to see that happen to someone who has contributed alot, so I thought i’d bring it up now to help you prepare for it. OCD will be a valuable “asset” in this as I think
overpreparation with detailed information on your topics and the oppositions topics will be key. I would think of it as not only being prepared for the Matt Lauer “So, Tim what do you say to all of these people who are calling you a quack, dangerous, and a huckster?” question, but to have something you can point Mr. Lauer and the rest of the world to that details all related studies and their findings. In short, know more about the subject matter than the so-called experts, and…have a place where anyone with a web browser can go to see your point of view proved at least “beyond a shadow of a doubt when compared with other points of view”. Furthermore, when you get behind one of your recommendations, have at least some view towards the secondary and longterm effects of the action as that will surely come up if these same so-called experts can’t prove you’re wrong.

I hope this helps you. I signed up as a case study if you need me.

PPC4
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- Tim Ferriss — June 23rd, 2009, 12:34 am
  
  @PPC4,
  
  Thank you so much for the thoughtful comment. Indeed, these are the reasons why I put off announcing this — or publicly deciding on it — for so long. I’m going to get smashed from all sides.
  
  In the end, I just felt an obligation to try and help those who battle with problems related to their bodies. I will absolutely get attacked on all sides for it, and it could well be my last book for that reason. One thing is for sure, it will be an exciting ride, and I will learn a lot about the world and myself.
  
  Thanks again for the great reminder,
  
  Tim
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Fletch — June 22nd, 2009, 10:50 pm

A little off topic but I figured this is the fastest way to be seen. You speak a lot about learning to surf. I was wondering if you have a simple breakdown of surfing the same way you have done for swimming in some of your presentations?
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J.R. Jackson (Internet's $8-Million Man) — June 23rd, 2009, 12:12 am

Your first book is awesome. I buy a copy every time I’m at the bookstore as I keep giving my copy away to family, friends and business associates.

I look forward to reading your new book.

J.R.
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Mike Goldsmith — June 23rd, 2009, 1:18 am

Tim my man,

If you’re looking for some more fat-loss related information, I’d highly suggest contacting Alwyn Cosgrove and/or Charles Staley. I’ve done some of Cosgrove’s fat loss complexes and they are nothing short of ass-kicking. He has a wealth of real-world experience as well, and the pictures of his client tranformations are just jaw-dropping. As for Charles Staley, he developed Escalating Density Training, a type of fat-loss training whereby you alternate lifting with antagonistic pairings of muscles for 15 minutes straight… quite ass-kicking as well, but well within the realm for the average person to perform. Both of these guys are true sages in the world of fitness.

Do what you do Tim!

-Mike
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Dave Ridarelli — June 23rd, 2009, 1:39 am

The most gains I’ve ever seen in a week was using the rest-pause intensity technique. Taking my 5 rep max – performing two reps – resting about 20 seconds -repeating for 6 total mini sets – and then resting for two minutes. Not sure how far you’ve delved into that training method.
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Andrew Clerebout — June 23rd, 2009, 3:35 am

I’ve been wondering if you were going to write a book about this(loved the articles). Looks good, look forward to reading it.
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anon — June 23rd, 2009, 4:14 am

You can add or remove 20lbs in a months time? Surely it has to be mostly water weight.
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Bastian Elksnat — June 23rd, 2009, 4:17 am

great news. Just to let you know: Germany is waiting for your new book.

Liebe Grüße
Bastian
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Janne Lauding — June 23rd, 2009, 4:41 am

Tim this is awesome news.

Can you please put up a sign up form so you can let us know when the book is on its way?
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Tomek — June 23rd, 2009, 4:48 am

Interesting topic for a book!

As a tennis instructor and player, former martial artist and amateur bodybuilder I see how people how get it and who does not train. I see sportman in good hand flowering. Others training for years… at the same level of perormance. It would be great to show what gives real results….

Topics, it seems you have chosen are very attracting. What I would like to see in this book is applicable adive that can deliver consistent results. I would love to see injury and general well being related topics as well.

Just do it!
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shh — June 23rd, 2009, 5:28 am

Awesome. Best of luck…wish I could help but I study political science :p
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TZ — June 23rd, 2009, 5:44 am

Book on being superhuman? Great but I’ll pass.

My question for you is the following: on a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 is the minimum and 10 the maximum, how HAPPY are you?

I personally don’t want to be superhuman but I strongly desire to be happy.
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Doc Kane — June 23rd, 2009, 6:13 am

@Rich

Thanks a ton for the feedback. Sometimes is really hard to separate genuine advice from slanted advice. Didn’t know that about the Vegan connection you mention. . .I see Tim will be addressing this conflict between the “real” and “supposed” science out there. I’m always amazed at how nutrition parallels politics in that way. . . Thanks again!

Cheers,
Doc
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Meredith Young — June 23rd, 2009, 8:15 am

Tim — I’m a post-menopausal woman who follows you and has read 4HWW twice. I’ve been especially interested in your posts on fat loss since this is an ongoing problem for me. And I KNOW from experience that eating protein and vegetables creates fat loss for me — guaranteed. I’ve tried your Protein,Veg,Legumes thing and like that a lot. It fills the “I’m not full” gap.

Beyond that — I’m reminded of a Larry King show where he was interviewing the author of Good Calories, Bad Calories and the MD’s on the panel were actually getting sputteringly angry at this guy. I have that book and the guy makes MANY good points — and it’s meticulously researched. I recommend you read it, if you haven’t.

Finally, can you please get this book out by next week????? I am very eager to read it!

I am in the process of starting up a web site that will help women over 60 LIVE LIFE LARGE and am using many of your ideas in 4hww. THANKS!
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Nicholas Kurian — June 23rd, 2009, 8:22 am

Tim,

Your description of the book is a better title: How to Hack the Human Body.

I saw your video about swimming. Have you checked out ChiRunning? It has enabled me to run marathons injury-free for 4 years.

Also, I used to be a severe asthmatic, but have gone without ANY medication for 3 years thanks to a breathing technique called Buteyko Breath Reconditioning. It was developed in the Soviet Union, lost when the Soviet Union fell, and rediscovered and popularized in New Zealand. (I’m in NYC, but found it on the internet)

Breathwork should be included in your book, even if you don’t like Buteyko.

Good luck!
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Evan Haveman — June 23rd, 2009, 9:25 am

looking forward to the book.

you may find this interesting:
http://www.nytimes.com/2005/09/11/magazine/11FREAK.html?_r=3&pagewanted=print
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jscott — June 23rd, 2009, 10:57 am

Yes, you will be thrashed. However, your next book can deal with
mental toughness the building of a resilient mind or perhaps
how to thrive in spite of the ‘hatas.’

Actually, the ability to face and move through
criticism and naysayers is something that needs
a good fleshing out by a good hacker.

Look forward to the book. I’m a body/life hack
myself who has been the target of much
thrashing. Making a come back.
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Steve L — June 23rd, 2009, 11:30 am

Tim, holy guacamole am I excited about the new book!

First I would life to say thank you for the inspiration. When a buddy of mine turned me onto your book, I was treading dangerously close to the path of becoming the bald guy with a red convertible sports car later in life. When I was a child I used to lay awake at night thinking about what kind of person I wanted to be. Elements included being an expert martial artist (appearing in martial arts movies), an excellent driver and motorcyclist, amazing dancer, and complete girl magnet. I (like you) was very inspired by the James Bond archetype. I have actually achieved many elements of my dream self, but was starting to feel total mastery might not be possible. Then I read the 4HWW. I could relate to you personal story quite a lot, and was amazed at how similar our ideal selves seem to be. I feel extreme gratitude that you went out to achieve your dreams, broadcasting it to the world through your book. Recently I started a blog. It never would have been launched without your inspiration. Thank You.

Reading your new blog post I immediately wanted to make a contribution. I am physically unavailable (Mountain Biking and Dual Sport riding around Moab, UT for the next few months), but I recently graduated from San Diego State with a BS in Kinesiology emphasizing in Fitness, Nutrition, and Health. I also have a CrossFit level 1 cert. You seem very networked in the Kines field already (being an RKC and all), but I would still like to offer you access to my social network (including the SDSU Kines Department, and many up and coming Fitness Professionals).

Pavel is a great contact, one of the best. I would also like to recommend interviewing Steve Cotter (perhaps you know him already). He’s a life long martial artist and kettle bell instructor, who travels the world training people.
Todd Durkin of Fitness Quest 10 may also be an invaluable contact (@ToddDurkin). He is one of the nations top trainers, and pro athletes fly in from all over the country to consult with him about their fitness. Here’s his bio: Strength and conditioning coach, trainer, bodyworker, motivational speaker; Head, Under Armour Performance Training Council, Trainer of Year (04, 05)

Finally I recommend talking to Sean Croxton (@UGWellness). He has an excellent grasp on fitness related phenomenon, such as using exercise and diet to treat mental disorders like depression. Check him out at UndergroundWellness.com

Finally Mark Twight of Gym Jones out in Salt Lake City would make a killer interview for your book. He is a former professional mountaineer, and fitness badass (hes famous for training the 300).

I hope you find this information usefull. Keep up the good work dude! You rock.
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Jonathan — June 23rd, 2009, 11:45 am

Two websites I highly recommend, that go against conventional wisdom regarding health & fitness are:

http://www.marksdailyapple.com/

http://www.arthurdevany.com/

Many followers of these websites are achieving impressive results and often significant health improvements – particularly diabetes, which is an increasingly common health problem. It may be worth contacting the guys behind these sites for some case studies / success stories e.g.

http://www.marksdailyapple.com/the-book/success-stories/

I don’t know if your health/fitness methods are similar to the sites above, but they are certainly worth exploring.

I look forward to reading the book once its published.
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Torrey Horn — June 23rd, 2009, 11:51 am

What, you aren’t going to call it the “4 Hour Workout Week”? Save you a lot of time if you could re-use some of your 4HWW links and such.

I’m sure it also falls into the same category of your holistic work/mind/body/spirit approach anyway, so might as well have everything in one place.

Looking forward to the book, no matter what it’s titled. Let us know the launch date!

As I’ve noticed other commenters note on other blog entries, many of us have paralleled your interest in things like fitness/travel/etc. I read with interest when you blogged about things like Total Immersion Swimming and Chi Running and such, having gone through much of the same research that you did in the last few years to find better ways of doing these basic things. There are more and more people breaking down these basic processes for things like running, swimming, working and living, and testing assumptions that have long been thought sacrosanct. Thank you for challenging these assumptions, and sharing the info!
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Michael Cole — June 23rd, 2009, 12:03 pm

Hi Tim,

Good luck with this, no kidding with the opposition going to be violently against you in this.

If your doing a weight loss section I really recommend you check out “Good Calories, Bad Calories’ by Gary Taubes first – It’ll give you endless scientific study information on diets and health (it’s pro low carb). If your looking for any extra support for your statements you’ll find it excess there.

I know from interviews with him that his life has become significantly more stressful since the book just because no nutritionist wants to listens, since that would be admitting they were not only wrong, but possibly even hurting those that came for their help.

Best Wishes,
Michael
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Brian Gladfelter — June 23rd, 2009, 1:56 pm

Please do not go into CrossFit. There are so many better ways.

Great idea on the book. I’ve used several different ways to put on and lose weight that I’ve researched through different trainers in the past few years. Good job on the 225! At 5′ 10″ 180 now (been up to 195) that eating regimen must have been brutal to hit.
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Charles Long — June 23rd, 2009, 2:16 pm

I will definitely buy this book when it’s out. I could use it now. I want to drop 10-15 pounds by the middle of August for a class reunion. Surely you have something in there that would help with that.
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Kay — June 23rd, 2009, 2:27 pm

Looking forward to reading your findings, and hope I can help with the project. Believe me, as a thin, physically fit person, I have a really hard time finding applicable information regarding my diet and diabetes. I have now been researching the effects of stress and ph inbalance and diabetes. Traditional practioners can’t tell you anything besides loose weight, loose weight, loose weight.

My naturopathic physician is a genius and his research into processed foods and sugars, and the effects of stress & sleep deprivation on the body are particularly fascinating. There is such a disconnect between what people say they want in life and what they do to their bodies.
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Jay — June 23rd, 2009, 3:10 pm

I’ll give anyone favorable odds that these methods include barefoot training.
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Steve — June 23rd, 2009, 3:39 pm

Love the 4 hour work week and looking forward to the new book.
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steve — June 23rd, 2009, 6:03 pm

I am worried your book will end up injuring many of its readers who follow your body building advice. I was injured doing a routine off your blog regarding the body builder. You need to be more careful with what you post and the risks involved in lifting without proper technique etc…Good luck
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- Tim Ferriss — June 23rd, 2009, 11:15 pm
  
  Hi Steve,
  
  Thanks for the comment. Which routine were you following? There are a few guest posts with routines, but the slow-cadence lifting I’ve advocated before is used even by 80+-year olds precisely because of its low incidence of injury. Please do let me know.
  
  Thanks again,
  
  Tim
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Jim | AccentHelp.com — June 23rd, 2009, 8:35 pm

I’m a fan of shortcuts! Bring it on, Tim! Any idea of the release date?
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spencer — June 23rd, 2009, 9:02 pm

Can’t wait!
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Lynda — June 23rd, 2009, 9:26 pm

Tim, imho, I think the title is great; same sort of tabloid-style sensationalistic headline as your previous book – but why not? It will surely sell – and the best headlines, and ergo the best book titles, tell the story in a few words. Love it! FRL2S:AG2BS – not quite as catchy an acronym as the 4HWW! I’m sure this will sell like hot-protein supplements! Lynda.
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Adam — June 23rd, 2009, 10:31 pm

Hi Tim,

The book sounds like a great idea and I look forward to buying a copy.

Tips I would share with you would be:

* The benefits of a raw food diet / raw vegetable juicing
* Tabata interval training
* CrossFit training

All of the above are well worthy of further investigation…

Good luck,

Adam
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Alex — June 23rd, 2009, 10:40 pm

Awesome man. Can’t wait to read it. Also, don’t forget to keep us up to date on what different steps you’re going to take this time around to market you’re 2nd book.
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Daniel Ginsberg — June 23rd, 2009, 11:05 pm

Here’s a suggested title:

Superhuman Shortcuts

- Achieve more than you thought possible, in the fastest possible time!
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Karen — June 23rd, 2009, 11:36 pm

Tim,
I am very much looking forward to this book but I have a very difficult time believing your methods could work (or even come close) for some of us at the same level of success you have obviously had. I have personally fought my weight since I was 10 years old with decent success but I’ve come to realize that it is a VERY slow process for me that will last a life time and get harder every year I get older. (Even Jenny Craig made me gain weight

Please prove me wrong!

Karen

P.S. Ever thought about doing a test group with women & men of different ages and body types? People seem to get a little more excited when they can relate to specific people or sets of problems.
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stacey peake — June 23rd, 2009, 11:48 pm

TIM!!!

i am on a mission and I am determined to not stop til i get my little goal. Let me introduce myself – Im Stacey from australia , 26 years old and currently living in Koh Samui thailand, building my 6 businesses.

Loved your book! Ill now get to the point cause both you and I would rather be sitting on the beach drinking cocktails right now –
I am on a mission to get YOU to sponsor a muay thai fighter – fighting at k1 max final 8 in tokyo japan on the 13th of july.

I am not asking for a large sum of money. Infact i am really just on a mission to see if i can get you to do it

You Can promote your new book on some fighters arse (well his shorts) – the show is viewed by 150 countries globally.
and I might just also throw in a free ticket to the event where we can drink like merry men !

If my mission is not accomplished im afraid I will never be able to look at myself in the mirror again..

Lets do this ! Whats there to lose .. ?
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John Blanche — June 24th, 2009, 12:32 am

Fascinating topic… but the title definitely needs a rework.
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Bob — June 24th, 2009, 1:41 am

I can only echo most of what has been said, including regarding the title which I presume was labelled “working title”, besides I cannot believe that someone who came up with “the four hour workweek” would keep *that* as a title.

Since I know you like polarise your audience, how about including the word “mediocrity”, such as “Take your body beyond mediocrity”. If you use that I only ask for a copy of the book

PS: You should definitely help the lady with the five children, take a video camera, stay with her for a week to put her on the right path and come back a day every couple of weeks until she is set. That will not only sell LOTS of books but also get you straight into heaven
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Evgania Mehler — June 24th, 2009, 4:47 am

Hi Tim,

that’ll be a very interesting piece of literature! I thoroughly believe that the human body is capable of much more than we think, so I’ll be super keen to find out how and what you did.

I teach people how to crush their glasses and to improve their vision to gain perfect eyesight, just by changing their mind and a few simple exercises.

So everything is possible!

All the best,

Evgania
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Evgania Mehler — June 24th, 2009, 5:03 am

Hi Tim,

that’ll be a very interesting piece of literature! I thoroughly believe that the human body is capable of much more than we think, so I’ll be super keen to find out how and what you did.

I teach people how to crush their glasses and to improve their vision to gain perfect eyesight, just by changing their mind and a few simple exercises.

So everything is possible!

All the best,

Evgania
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Roger ost — June 24th, 2009, 7:41 am

I am really looking forward to this book. With economic times as hard as they are, we all need to become superhuman.- Roger Ost
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Rich — June 24th, 2009, 9:21 am

I always mistrusted lifehacks, bodyhacks, etc…..until I went from non-swimmer to swimmer *just like that* using your advice and the resources you pointed us to. It was breathtaking. Made me feel like a kid again.

Did the same recently with running (which is something I’ve struggled to do all my life), taking a mix of advice from proponents of chi running and barefoot running and transforming myself into a real, honest-to-goodness runner in, yes, one day. Am I a bit slow? Sure. Can I run now without worrying that I’m going to lose all steam after just a mile or so? Yes!
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Shareef — June 24th, 2009, 9:22 am

Tim,

Quick question. Reading you book and blog you seem like such a data driven guy. Why does it seem from your health advice that the China Study has had little impact on your thinking.

Thanks,
Shareef
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Tom — June 24th, 2009, 9:41 am

Hi Tim,

New book sounds great, and like other posters I find it interesting how – like Neil Strauss for instance – you have picked on seemingly disparate aspects of life that I/we are so keen on learning more about.

I’d go for ‘Superhuman’ as the shorthand title, with a subtitle along the lines of “From rapid fat loss to strength gains, shortcuts to being the best version of you.”

I train with some UFC fighters; I’ll ask around and see if any aspects of our training or diet seems relevant to what you’re doing…

Cheers,

Tom
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- Tim Ferriss — June 25th, 2009, 5:16 pm
  
  Thanks, Tom! I appreciate the help and suggestions. The UFC guys are fascinating. I used to train at AKA in San Jose.
  
  All the best,
  
  Tim
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Joe — June 24th, 2009, 11:09 am

First off, thanks for writing the 4HWW. Inspirational book that I now listen to on audio as well.

I agree with PPC4. You might just get beaten to death over this if you’re not careful how it’s presented.

I’ve learned what works for some may not work for others. Everyone is unique in training length, recovery time, diet needs and fat loss ability. In my 20+ years of weight training I’d be hard pressed to say that there is a cookie cutter program for everyone. Finding what training program works for YOU is key and diet is 80% of the equation IMO.

Personally I think that a lack of training consistency and not keeping a workout journal, coupled with a crappy diet, are the culprits when it comes to lack of progress.

It’s great that you’ve recorded all your workout data for so many years. If more people did that, I think they would actually find what works and what does not work for them. I’m looking forward to checking out the new book.
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Irish Surf Chick — June 24th, 2009, 11:45 am

Sounds like @PPC4 thinks you should quit before you start based on possible backlash! tut tut! Nothing would ever be written, discussed or debated if that was the case. I like what you say about ‘an obligation’ to help others; I live in rural Ireland and the people I interact with on a daily bases scare me – such intellectual, imaginative, creative, explorative ignorance – I throw out crazy concept as chit chat over a pint in the local and they look at me like I’m crazy! Ah well. Keep up the good work … if your book can spark some healthy debates regarding the body’s potential……..job done!
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- Tim Ferriss — June 25th, 2009, 5:10 pm
  
  Hi Irish Surf Chick,
  
  True enough, though PPC4 makes the good point that I need to be well-prepared for the attackers, which I will be.
  
  Much more to come soon
  
  Tim
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Michael — June 24th, 2009, 12:02 pm

Great post!! Looking forward to the new book.
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Willayam — June 24th, 2009, 3:01 pm

Hi Tim!
I’m very excited to hear you’re coming out with a new book! Spontaneously though the title seems a bit too long and kinda lame… But I’m sure you’ll do plenty of adwords testing before release. And when is that going to be?

I’ve found endurance training to be the toughest to quickly improve. Muscle mass and fat loss are relatively easy compared to say running a marathon. Are you going to include anything on that topic?

Looking forward to your book!

/Will
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Patrick McCrann — June 24th, 2009, 5:25 pm

Tim -

I encourage you to explore extending the book to the web, and by that I mean giving your passionate readers a chance to explore your subject matter via forum where they can connect, support one another, and possibly interact with some of the experts as well as some unique content. I run such an online community and it’s not only very valuable to the members, it actually throws off some money (via paid subscription). I would certainly sign up (n=1).

P
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Chase — June 24th, 2009, 5:55 pm

I can’t wait! I love all your blogs about how to be more efficient and “life hack”. Do you have any other authors or blogs that you recommend who can tide us over until the release of the book?
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Toshi O. — June 24th, 2009, 8:10 pm

Hey Tim,

Wish you could talk about two things that I believe are incredibly underrated when discussing physical performance.

1. Mature muscle, and how repetition and muscle memory help both with performance and definition. Bodybuilders will often comment about how the mature muscle looks more fully developed in competitors like Jay Culter. In addition, we see Randy Couture who was featured on Sports Science and had his lactic acid measured before and after holding a guillotine choke, and amazingly the lactic acid levels in his blood actually decreased. Not sure if I can fully commit to the fact that it was his great cardio or the fact that he has been doing this for most of his life.

2. The brain/mind. How things like mental preparedness, meditation and having your mind in the right place will make or break an athlete. Pretty self explanatory.

Side note, would love to see you re-pitch your show to the newly minted Science channel (getting sick of “How its made”), maybe a bit re-formatted. Reformat the show to better help viewers understand that your methodologies for breaking down complex processes into easy to understand and perform tasks really works, and not just on you. If I could, I would suggest that you take viewers who are trying to achieve certain results. For example, grab a mom 41, who wants to be able to run a marathon with a month of training, or some kind of actual physical deliverable like speak french in 3 months. Sort of like a “Made” coach but on steroids, er, or not actually on steroids.

Thanks for shaping us.

By the way I’ve been on the slow carb diet for over 2 months and am loving it.

Toshi O.
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Mike T Nelson — June 24th, 2009, 9:50 pm

Hi there Tim!

Awesome news on the new book! Yeah!!! I LOVED the 4HWW and bought many copies for friends.

Anything I can do to help you and your readers, let me know and I will fill out the form!

I will be finishing up my PhD in Exercise Science in the next few months and I am investigating the effects of Energy Drinks (like red bull, monster, etc). What are their effects on Heart Rate Variability, Vessel Function, %fat and % carbs burned and do they work (ergogenic?) under the area of Metabolic Flexibility.

I also train athletes and can apply what I have learned over many years of study.

Rock on!
Mike T Nelson
PhD(c), CSCS, RKC, Z Health Master Trainer
owner of Extreme Human Performance
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Joe — June 24th, 2009, 10:56 pm

- Tim, not sure why you didn’t post my comment? Did it not go through?
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David Nilsson — June 24th, 2009, 11:45 pm

Can’t wait for your new book. I will buy it right away.
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Casper Pedersen — June 25th, 2009, 12:01 am

looking forward for this
4 hour work week changed alot in my life
i doubt this will be as lifechanging but it is definitely a must read
i went from weighing 59 kg to 105 kg lean and clean in two years
implementing crossfit and Alexander Faleev`s 5×5 powelifting
burn baby burn
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Dominic Henry — June 25th, 2009, 3:13 am

I heartily recommend Ross Enamait, dont let the funny name fool you, his workouts while they can be quite CHALLENGING produce results!

http://www.rosstraining.com
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- Tim Ferriss — June 25th, 2009, 4:58 pm
  
  @Dominic,
  
  Ross is a very smart guy, and we go way back to the BrainQUICKEN/BodyQUICK days.
  
  Best,
  
  Tim
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André Branco — June 25th, 2009, 7:22 am

Tim:

1) If you haven’t yet, check TED Talks and diets followed by Ray Kurzweil, who has the ambitious plan of living forever. If that sounds crazy (it does indeed), check his credentials.

2) PPC4 commented very correctly that “people who have had the same, likely wrong, information will pile on because of their inability to get comfortable with the notion they’ve been incorrect so long”.

This is the so-called Tolstoy Sindrome ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confirmation_bias#Tolstoy_syndrome ). Be ready.

3) I admire your boldness in writing about such a controversial issue, and your willingness to cut through the BS and bad science we see around. Awesome project. Congratulations.

Best,
André
Rio de Janeiro
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Woodsish — June 25th, 2009, 8:04 am

Tim, great idea for the new book. As a fitness buff, I think your posts about physical performance are some of the most interesting you do. I can’t wait to read the new tome.
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Artur Król — June 25th, 2009, 9:03 am

Hi Tim,

Great idea with the book. I have to say I’m looking forward to it’s publication and success not only because of the benefits it’ll give the readers and yourself, but also for the positive effect it will have for other fields related to personal development.

There’s a lot of negative ‘if that’s so good, why isn’t everyone doing it?’ attitude out there to any new ideas or development materials (actually, I’d expect a lot of such reactions to your book as well).

Therefore, being able to call on other situations where such new ideas brought wonderful effects is a real aid in convincing people that they can actually do a lot more, then they have believed possible. Especially for something like the body, which for many people is assumed to be set in stone – “these are my genetics, this is how my metabolism works, there’s just no chance of me getting such results”, a proof of this kind would be a real benefit to pretty much everyone whose work concentrates on helping people live better lives.

Best wishes,
Artur
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Brian Nicolucci — June 25th, 2009, 9:05 am

Hey Tim, uber fitness and gluten free eating machine Robb Wolf is also writing a book on a similar subject. I think he would be a good brain to add to yours and can imagine the two of you would be able to push both of your respective books to an even higher level.

Looking forward to the book.
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Alessandra — June 25th, 2009, 10:01 am

That’s very interesting!
I volunteer for translating into Brazilian Portuguese.
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Heath Woods — June 25th, 2009, 10:03 am

I am wondering your opinion on “static contraction training”? Pete Cisco claims to get gains like yours with even less time. The basics are a partial or a static rep using the strongest range of the muscle with the heaviest weight you can hold for 10 seconds. Let me know your thoughts.
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- Tim Ferriss — June 25th, 2009, 4:55 pm
  
  @Heath,
  
  I’ve tried static contraction training, even as long ago as 1995-96. I called Pete, who is a smart guy, as I saw minimal transfer of strength to full range-of-motion. It might work for some, but it didn’t transfer for me.
  
  Best,
  
  Tim
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jason gibbs — June 25th, 2009, 10:37 am

Tim,
Sounds interesting but bigger then 4HWW? The 4HWW served a niche; people sick and tired of corporate life looking to escape. Dieting and exercise is so much more competitive.

Not to say I won’t buy the book. But interested to see how you will rise above the thousands of other books published on the subject already.

Why don’t we all help you with titles on this one? =)

-J
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Cody — June 25th, 2009, 4:00 pm

I hope to read some diet tips for building lean mass!
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Andy Brice — June 25th, 2009, 4:11 pm

Sounds interesting. I am currently losing some excess fat through counting calories, and hints on how to get faster results would be great. Not convinced about the title though – back to Borders/Adwords for some more testing? ;0)
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GloombergNews — June 25th, 2009, 5:55 pm

cutting out whole wheat bread might get you there a little quicker, but not significantly…

1 slice a day (2 for sandwich) will not hinder your goals

then again…everyone is a know-it-all when it comes to working out!
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nondual — June 25th, 2009, 6:35 pm

i’m 40, and i just now lost about 5kg in about 5 weeks (ca.18% down to 13% fat) while increasing fitness and muscle mass. besides the usual stuff (several small meals, high-protein, low fat, slightly reduced and slower carbs, plus some supplements like green-tea extract capsules, ALC, CoQ10, resveratrol, multi-vitamine), this time, i introduced another piece to the puzzle, which i’d call “micro-workouts”. meaning, you do your usual fitness training 2-3x a week (mix of moderate (!) weights/strength and moderate cardio-stuff), but in addition to that, you add a simple and small 5-10 min workout after each (or every 2nd) meal. goal: make it impossible for the metabolism to store the just consumed meal as body-fat by performing a few simple (yoga, pilates, muscle-pump, whatever..) sets, that involve as much muscle-groups as possible for a few minutes (medium intensity). result: lower muscle catabolism, faster recovery, higher fat burn rate. if i leave those 2-3 daily micro-workouts out, i see a huge drop in the efficiency of my diet/trainig/recovery. maybe worth trying for some people reading
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micki — June 25th, 2009, 7:12 pm

Great! I will be buying your book. I have greatly benefited from your “slo carb” advice as well as having been inspired to workout with kettlebells. Yes I do my workouts barefoot!
Of course as with anything, everyone must apply what they learn, be it nutrition or exercise with regards to age, gender, special needs, and just plain common sense. No one should ever follow something blindly.
We are “superhumans” in the making….not sheep.
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Jason Bradfield — June 25th, 2009, 9:01 pm

I would love to see something included on life extension – that will be quite attractive to your boomer fans – it is also an area that is “heating up” commercially (google Sirtris)
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Jonathan — June 25th, 2009, 9:57 pm

Interesting post Tim.

I’ve had a gym membership since I was 15, and over the many years I have gained a certain amount of control over my body. I would say I can lose about 10 pounds in 3 weeks if necessary. (and enjoy doing it) I have a great workout that focuses on getting rock solid abs as quick as possible. Let me know if your interested.

Peace

Jonathan

Arnold on the pump

“Not many people understand what a pump is. It must be experienced to be understood. It is the greatest feeling that I get. I search for this pump because it means that that my muscles will grow when I get it. I get a pump when the blood is running into my muscles. They become really tight with blood. Like the skin is going to explode any minute. It’s like someone putting air in my muscles. It blows up. It feels fantastic.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger
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thomas aagren — June 26th, 2009, 2:54 am

Regarding the title…. come on now TF bloggers – No way, no how thats Ferriss REAL (working) title – he’s keeping the real deal close to his chest.

Read the proposed working title again, and ask yourself if the man behind 4hww and all the rest would choose that title in earnest – lol

Keeping that title secret makes sense, and maybe he’s fishing for inspiration as well.

And I also look very much forward to the launch – whats kinda release date are you planning on, Tim?
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Adam — June 26th, 2009, 6:53 am

As a health professional for several years I’m both curious and slightly appalled by the new book you’re working on. I like you and your work, but I think the average person with no knowledge of human physiology will do something stupid and harm himself. Not everyone, but one out of every few thousand will not follow the book or take all the steps and screw their body up. Ha, what I’m just saying is, I really don’t need to see any more patients than I already do. I do want to see how it comes out and how you present it.
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Adam — June 26th, 2009, 6:59 am

This is Adam again, I just scrolled up to see something being stated about “static contraction training.” Are you referring to Isometric Exercises? I first started studying that (Isometric, Isotonic, and Isokinetic) back in my Human Dynamic’s classes. I use those methods with my patients. I really kind of favor Isotonic or I use a machine to form a close-chain exercise for Isokinetic activities.
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Malcolm — June 26th, 2009, 8:34 am

Excited for the book. It’ll be good to get some actual science involved. There’s so many assumptions about food and exercise out there that everyone thinks are gospel until of course the next study tells us to do something different.

I’m about to start a workout program, I’m thinking I’ll do a combination of the body for life program with the pavlov workout from one of your posts. I’ve done the body for life workout before and it worked well for me. It’s very efficient in the workout times only being 20 minutes to 1 hr a day although it is 6 times per week which is hard if you can’t work out at home. The food part is a little difficult having to eat six meals a day but i got by with making a couple of those per day be ready to drink supplements. I’ll probably relax a little on the food because I feel its better to just do something than to worry about getting everything exact and letting that hold me back.

If you need a guinea pig to test any part of your book let me know and I’ll consider it.
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Georgia — June 26th, 2009, 12:26 pm

I am so thrilled that you are going to include both genders in your new book. I’m hoping that you might also include information on adrenal burnout and its relationship to weight and exercise. There is so little info out there and the little that there is seems suspect. If you find out anything during your research, please share!
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Aaron Whiston — June 26th, 2009, 1:02 pm

I look forward to your next book. I really got a kick out of your story about the kickboxing gig, where you dehydrated and got into the little man division, then just pushed everyone out of the ring for the win.

Jack Canfield used that story in his Success Principles book, but he tactfully left out the exact methods, i.e. pushing the small guys off the mat LOL. As a former training partner of champion fighters this gritty tactic resonated with me.

Also I really dug the rest of your 4 Hour book. Some great insights for getting more out of less that I’ve been taking to heart since the start of 2009.
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Cody — June 26th, 2009, 1:44 pm

Study Dispels Myth of Post-Workout Fat Burn

http://www.livescience.com/health/090626-workout-fat-burning.html
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Mark Anderson — June 26th, 2009, 3:58 pm

HY TIM,

When will this book be available?
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Anthony — June 26th, 2009, 4:40 pm

It’s interesting to see how diverse the exercise beliefs are in your readership Tim… just hope the book comes out on top and packed with great info.
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Heath Woods — June 26th, 2009, 4:49 pm

Tim,

Thanks for the response. I am trying your geek to freak workout now. I just started this week. I am almost exactly the size that you were when you started. It’ll be interesting to see if I have similar results. Your swimming hack helped me tremendously. Needless to say, I will be buying your book.

Best back at you,

Heath
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venhi — June 26th, 2009, 10:12 pm

Maybe I skimmed past it but I didn’t see any comments on Eastern/ Mediterranean diets. I realize this BP may be geared towards more strenuous training to prep for competitions but isn’t maintaining fitness in the off-season just as, if not more important?

“It is better to be ready than get ready”-Will Smith

Take a look at benefits of a diet rich in olive oil, green tea (EGCG) and raw veggies (particularly watercress) and fruits (goji berries, acai and blueberries for an anthocyanin free radical squasher!). A number of people commented on fish oil although flaxseed might be better for your omega-3 fix. btw omega-6 oils are just as important. There is evidence that nutrients function as part of a well-balanced “cascade” effect.

No one mentioned some of the leaders on life-extension like Bruce Ames from Berkeley (mitochondria) and Calvin Harley from Geron Corps (telomeres).

I love Muscle & Fitness just as much as the next guy. Although there is lots of hard science being published in the most reputable journals (Science, Nature, PNAS) that is funded by US taxpayers ($9B in 2008).

Anyone readin ‘em?
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Danny — June 27th, 2009, 3:12 am

Awesome tim.
christian finn: http://www.thefactsaboutfitness.com
Paul chek (can’t remember web site)

Sure these have already been mentioned (didn’t have time to read through all responses) but these guys are my go to men for fitness nutrition. although chek is pretty off the wall!
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Chris — June 27th, 2009, 8:44 am

Will the emphasis be more on bodybuilding, or functional fitness? As a martial artist I’m interested in the latter but not the former. I hope you’ll include data on things like: relative efficacy of calisthenics and bodyweight exercises vs. weightlifting for developing muscular endurance and functional strength; methode naturelle, MovNat, parkour, etc. Thanks!
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Sean — June 27th, 2009, 8:46 am

Tim,

First off, thanks for the 4HWW – I’m just a college student, but it’s completely changed my view of the future.

Second, you may want to take a look at http://musclehack.com. I’m not a marketer for them or anything, just a happy stumbler who found that community. The philosophy tends more toward CKD/Anabolic dieting and 5-day splits with high intensity short workouts as far as bulking goes, but the fat loss diet (the six pack abs book) seems to have been working wonders on quite a few people there (1% of bodyfat a week lost is no problem).

I’m eagerly awaiting the book!
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Chris — June 27th, 2009, 9:57 am

Other things I want to know about:

1. Vegetarian and vegan diets: healthier or not really? I was vegetarian for about 2 years and vegan for about 6 months of that time, but started to feel really weak (despite doing everything right re: complete proteins, B12, et al.), then felt better immediately after I started eating fish again.

2. Raw food diet: this is a whole separate category, and there’s a lot of fuzzy research out there. Is there any evidence that a raw diet is actually healthier?

3. Qi. What is it really? *Is* it really?

4. If you haven’t already, check out Tibetan monks and the tummo or heat practice they do. Imagine sitting naked in the snow with a wet blanket on you, then generating enough heat to dry out the blanket.

5. Other cases of extraordinary functioning, like levitation. What exactly is possible, and what is not? I haven’t read Michael Murphy’s The Future of the Body, but it might be something you’d want to check out.

6. How to hack martial arts training. What’s effective and what’s not?

Thanks again!
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Reijo — June 27th, 2009, 12:06 pm

As professional nutritionist I’m a bit sceptical about your claims. If half of your promises are true for an average person, this book will become MUCH bigger than 4-hour workweek, which I loved by the way.

To assure the acceptance in medical community, I suggest you to align with internationally recognised medical investigators, and test your program in scientific setting and get it published in peer reviewed journals. Don’t rely on those who are know to be flawed among top researches. If you have scientifically proven results you would become … king of fitness. Otherwise this be just another fad book, which per se is not so bad either.

Anyway, this is interesting stuff and I will surely read your book and test personally your methods. I hope it would be out soon, I’m training for a marathon in November and would love to cut 8 kilos.
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Igor — June 27th, 2009, 7:29 pm

Tim,

You’re a huge tease! Not answering questions about when the book will be released. Want to be an even bigger tease? Release the table of contents, and nothing else.
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zach even - esh — June 27th, 2009, 7:34 pm

Tim, I’m psyched to see your book bruddah.

I don’t agree though w/the worries of the attackers.

It is NO secret, that there are more ways than 1 to improve strength or fitness or lose fat or build muscle, etc.

Your book will be a series of methods that have proven useful to yourself and others which is great.

People aren’t going to be forced to agree with it or use it, that is their personal decision to make or not.

The gentleman who claimed you need to be careful regarding the exercises you reccomend should be quicker to realize that you used it successfully and with all the fitness info out there, we ALL know, without preface or warning, that you must be physically ready for a program that you have not done or performed before.

I’m psyched to see your angle on fitness and body recomposition as well as those you include as participants.

Thanks for all Tim,

Peace bruddah!

–z–
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Jon Davis — June 27th, 2009, 10:18 pm

Saw the recommendations for crossfit. Great stuff but I’d also like to nominate something similar (but more natural)… check out monkeybargym.com
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Richard — June 27th, 2009, 11:55 pm

Hey Tim… man this sounds like it’s gonna be a dope book! I’m not the guy you’re looking for to contribute the physiological skills or background as a contributor in the “uber athlete” sense, but I sure as hell would be a great case study on using your techniques.

I’ve been sitting behind a computer as a full time, work at home dad, computer geek for the last 10 years and have about 45 pounds of “get this shit off me!” that I would happily offer up to the greater good, weird science; or whatever label it may occupy.

I have everything in-house to capture the whole deal… 2 canon HD camcorders and DSLR camera, audio, hardware, software, you name it.

Need a guinea pig?…. Hit Me Up Brotha!
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Casey Stanton — June 28th, 2009, 7:15 am

I’d be interested to see how you’re integrating supplements into your life. I remember reading about the slo-niacin that you take… I ended up purchasing all of the books you recommended in that post, but found their nutrition to be lacking when compared to the raw food diet.

When looking for optimal health, I struggle accepting the fact that drinking wine daily (and with breakfast!) is the best choice for feeding your body fuel. Although it has all of the antioxidants and whatnot, isn’t it just another form of un-natural toxins for the body?

I’d love to hear your take on this, Tim. And I’ll read every page of what you write!

– Casey
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Eric — June 28th, 2009, 10:54 am

Please have a Kindle version of this book.
I look forward to it!!!!
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tsh — June 28th, 2009, 5:50 pm

I recommend reading Master Li Hongzhi’s Zhuan Falun about superhuman ability. Any further recommendations where to get a good service for strange foreign accents as spoken on 4HRWW to annoy others who do the same? That gave me a great laugh and look forward to employing it-thanx!
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Ryan Zielonka — June 28th, 2009, 10:38 pm

This project has a ton of potential. I remember your article on HIT from some time back. I’d suggest looking into some of Stuart McRobert’s writings. He takes on the HIT philosophy with a degree of practicality lost in some of the Mentzer stuff.
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Joe — June 29th, 2009, 4:36 am

I am one of the many looking forward to reading the new book.

The article at the link recently appeared in the NYT and discusses a study done by the National Institute of Health and Nutrition in Japan on the benefits of short, very intense workouts. Looks like a good fit in your overall theme.

Good luck!
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Joe — June 29th, 2009, 4:40 am

Missed the link!

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/06/24/can-you-get-fit-in-six-minutes-a-week/?em
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Standards4Happiness — June 29th, 2009, 9:04 am

Was going to add the NYT article link. Joe beat me to it by a few hours.
~Exercise training based on short term intensity with published research to back it up~

I will be 60 my next birthday & still interested in maintaining my body thru exercise (& nutrition, etc.).

Recently, found this exercise routine:
http://health.msn.com/print.aspx?cp-documentid=100233306&page=0

Women may find this ‘ballerina inspired’ routine more appealing. It is NOT easy – but not time consuming.
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toby — June 29th, 2009, 6:19 pm

Check out “Body by Science”, McGuff and Little, 2009
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- Tim Ferriss — June 30th, 2009, 12:41 am
  
  Indeed, Dr. McGuff is one smart man. He’s been on this blog before and I have great respect for him.
  
  Best,
  
  Tim
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A.Z. — June 30th, 2009, 12:08 am

Hi Tim,

I loved the 4HWW and was amazed that someone could write a book that voiced so perfectly my own approach to living and working. I think it was a brilliant move to blend a high-level discussions of your philosophy with practical advice and actionable next steps for readers.

Needless to say, I was very pleased when I saw this announcement about your next book. I’ve become somewhat obsessed with physical performance myself and have always enjoyed your fitness-related articles on this blog.

I’m extremely dedicated to continually improving my own strength and conditioning and skill-training for my sport (mixed martial arts). Like you, I’ve also become somewhat of a human guinea pig, having tested a myriad of supplements, nutrition programs, and training protocols on myself and carefully tracked the results. I’ve also been fortunate enough to train alongside some world-class martial artists and athletes and have learned a great deal from the generous advice they’ve always been willing to give.
Given what I’ve just written, you probably won’t be surprised when I suggest the following for the book:

1. At least one case study of an elite combat athlete – As someone who has trained in various martial arts, you will probably agree that some of the most extraordinary examples of human performance can be seen in master-level competitive combat athletes. In particular, I’ve found world class Muay Thai fighters to be a fantastic case study in human performance. Most top-level Thai fighters begin training when they are 9 or 10 years old and for them Muay Thai is not a hobby, it is life itself. The results of such training are truly remarkable; from physiological changes in bone density due to the repeated absorption of high-impact blows to the ability to deliver 100 powerful and agile kicks in less than one minute (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HUisM645UI).

As an aside, I’m actually planning to spend at least 3 months in Thailand later this year training at Tiger Muay Thai (www.tigermuaythai.com). I was considering documenting my experiences there on a blog, sort of a travelogue/training log with photos, video, and a regular analysis of my growth as an athlete and fighter. It just occurred to me that this might be of interest to you as a case study, so I may just have to fill out your form

2. A section dedicated to nutritional supplements of all kinds – The good, the bad, and the ugly. You clearly have insights into the industry and are well aware of what an absolute jungle it is. I’ve found my way through by actively researching everything I put into my body independently; referencing PubMed and University studies, connecting with some of the brilliant minds on the better fitness/bodybuilding message forums, etc. However, most people who walk into a GNC or Vitamin Shoppe are absolutely clueless about which products align with their training goals, optimal usage protocols, synergistic combinations, etc. Some practical advice about how to implement staples like protein, creatine, caffeine, etc would be great, as would some tips for those looking to research other compounds (how to leverage the internet for personal research, how to navigate the mass of forums and blogs online, etc). I imagine you’ve also done your fair share of self-experimentation as well and I can’t wait to see the results.

3. A rational and scientifically sound discussion of steroids and how they influence human performance. There is so much misinformation thrown around (from both sides) that any mainstream discussions of steroids are laughable at best (with the exception of the Bigger Faster Stronger, which was a decent documentary). While I realize touching on this subject may open a huge can of worms, any book about “superhuman” performance wouldn’t be complete without at least a brief discussion of steroids (and other synthetic performance enhancing substances such as EPO) and an acknowledgment of their role in elite-level competition in all sports.

4. A look at the realm of anti-aging and life extension and some of the fascinating discoveries that have been made in the past few years. There’s a lot of hype around resveratrol and other “miracle” substances that is overshadowing some of the amazing research being done on sirtuins, flavones, etc (http://www.bentham.org/lddd/sample/lddd4-1/009AJ.pdf). Pharmaceutical life extension is going to be a huge business in a few years and a critical (but accessible) examination of it in its current state would be very interesting. I realize this may be a bit of a tangent from your focus on practical advice based on your self-experimentation, but I think people would find it interesting, particularly if you lined up some top contributors.

5. Hacking Healthcare – Tips for navigating and maximizing (and avoiding, when appropriate) this country’s horrendously flawed healthcare system. I realize the inherent peril of this topic given the seismic changes that may soon happen but I think you could come up with some very valuable tips that could stand the test of time. This would be particularly relevant for those who may be living the 4HWW lifestyle and therefore managing their own health insurance.

I have other suggestions as well but this comment is already a bit long. I will be watching the blog closely to see how the project evolves. Best of luck to you — I have absolutely confidence this one will be another mega-hit!
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- Tim Ferriss — June 30th, 2009, 12:47 am
  
  Dear AZ,
  
  Thanks so much for the thoughtful comment and suggestions! I agree on all of them. In the meantime, have a blast in Thailand. I used to train at the Fairtex camp in Bangplee and also trained a bit at Sitpholek in Pattaya. Bring your shin ointment
  
  All the best,
  
  Tim
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Beaumont — June 30th, 2009, 3:24 am

Totally agree – looking forward to next one.

Beaumont
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ken wasserman — June 30th, 2009, 8:43 am

great project — please be aware of the differences between young and old. For example, your article on Vibram Five Fingers was terrific and between that and Born to Run I bought the KSO and have on order the Classic. I love the KSO and what might interest you is that when I wear regular running shoes I have symptoms of intermittent claudication — cramping in the right calf after ten blocks or so. With the Vibrams, no symptoms. Probably because the foot is completely engaged and no blood pools and partly because walking barefoot stretches the calf.

So I guess the point is that it is not just the results that can be obtained from your insights and the conditions that can be dealt with, but that both can depend on the age of the person involved — intermittent claudication is just not an issue until usually the 60′s. Since your audience seems to be your age group plus or minus a decade or two, you might just keep in mind that there is a huge market out there of that detestable term “seniors”.

All the best
Ken
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Wigle — June 30th, 2009, 8:56 am

Hey Tim,

It would be great if you could provide info for people that find it hard to gain weight. Everyone is always focussed on helping people lose weight.

What about us skinny guys!
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Casey — June 30th, 2009, 9:44 am

I’m also a huge believer in Crossfit. I’ve always worked hard in the gym, but since I’ve started Crossfit 6 weeks ago the gains and changes have been phenomenal!
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Yash — June 30th, 2009, 10:40 pm

Hey Tim,

I’ve been reading your blog for some time and it is one of the most useful sites I visit regularly.

I had a question about your search for research assistants: Are you looking for or open to college students or are you looking for an older range such as grad students or post-docs? I just submitted the form and was curious.

In any case, I can’t wait for this book. One of the reasons is, from your synopsis, you’re going to be covering everything in detailed, sound science. As a science nerd myself, and someone with a wide variety of fitness/physical goals depending on the time of year, I can’t wait to have a manual with all this different information consolidated in one place with reasonable data to back it up. As a nerd, I don’t mind doing the research if I want to find something out, but alas consistently reliable information in the fitness realm is hard to come by.

Yash
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- Tim Ferriss — July 1st, 2009, 11:26 pm
  
  Hi Yash,
  
  Thanks for the comment. I’m open to college students, for sure. That said, you’ll need to convince me you can compete (or at least hold your own) with some older applicants. It’s not impossible, of course.
  
  All the best,
  
  Tim
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Ann Day — July 1st, 2009, 1:36 am

I found some success with the Leptin Diet. The book “Mastering Leptin” by Byron Richards is very detailed and full of amazing studies on nutrition, well worth a read.
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David — July 1st, 2009, 8:27 am

If you are going to include the CO Experiement in the book, need to flesh it out a bit more.

In that experiment (and your Geek to Freak post) you fail to mention that the effort is getting back to a size that was achieved previously. It doesn’t work the same way if someone is trying to achieve that size for the first time, so its a bit misleading if that info is left out.

Cheers!

David
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George — July 1st, 2009, 4:54 pm

Tim,

Thanks for 4HWW and your blog – I just discovered them and I’m hooked.

I saw you tweet about your elbow – ouch. I’d recommend an ARPP certified PT – the only PTs certified to use an ARP machine. The efficacy and efficiency of these bio-electrical current devices is literally shocking.

I know one of these PT wizards, so send me a shout if want to find one – It’s the wave of the future…and possibly an interesting topic for your book.

George
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George — July 1st, 2009, 5:00 pm

Sorry, I meant to include this in the last post: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/2006-12-18-hamstring-sidebar_x.htm
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Andre — July 1st, 2009, 6:02 pm

Tim, thank you for being an inspiration – again and again. Reminding us of what is possible. Enjoyed the post. Good luck to you, in everything.
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Daniel Patterson — July 1st, 2009, 10:40 pm

Looking forward to this one.
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Joe — July 2nd, 2009, 12:40 am

Can’t wait to read this!

Just found the blog so will get reading the archives!
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Greg — July 2nd, 2009, 1:44 am

Hi Tim,

I’m really looking forward to your next book and was wondering if you ever looked into “internal training” such as Chi Kung? I was initially quite sceptical about concepts such as “internal energy”, “chi”, etc but after reading The Body Electric: Electromagnetism and the Foundation of Life (scientific book) I opened my mind to it more. As long as there is some possible scientific basis for such concepts I wont completely discard the idea neither.
It would be great if you could “Tim-Ferriss” (yep also used it as a verb) the concepts of “internal training”, “internal energy”, “chi”, etc. I’m sure Chi Kung will have obvious benefits as to its low impact character, but it’s the less obvious benefits that are quite intriguing.

Many thanks in advance,
Kind regards

Greg
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Todd Toler — July 2nd, 2009, 3:26 pm

Tim,
The new book idea sounds great. At first, I was wondering just WHY I would want to hack my body. Then I remembered author Ray Kurzwiell, who is also keen on this idea, but has the stated goal of living long enough to live forever. Theory being that technology will provide immortality eventually, it’s just a matter of sticking around long enough to see it.

Now if you can tie in this idea, that would really be something. Living forever, working 4 hours a week – now that’s a value proposition!

Todd
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Sjors Provoost — July 3rd, 2009, 7:11 am

Hi Tim,

I’ve been measuring my weight for a month and want to figure out what’s causing the daily variation and if I can correct for that. By chance I noticed a correlation with the time I wake up; I lose about 0.28 kg / hour depending on when I get out of bed (correlation of -0.6).This is probably water balance. See my website link for more details.

I suspect the rest of the variation is related to bed time, amount of sleep, amount of water I drank last day and during the night and food intake.

Since you’ve measured a lot more things and a lot longer than I did, I wonder if you have been able to explain and compensate for daily variation in weight.

Cheers,

Sjors
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Will — July 3rd, 2009, 7:25 am

Tuna,

I’m a big fan.
be careful with your content of this new book,

OCD mania on self analysis has allowed YOU to be one of the superhumans, sharing extreme techniques could be construed as irresponsible at the least, and at the other end of the spectrum-dangerous.

I’m sure you have had hundreds maybe thousands that have sent you stories of their application of 4hww strategies to their lives, expect the same from this book. Would you be comfortable with that?

Maybe you could seal the book in a legal disclaimer, If seal is broken you’d take no responsibilty if reader becomes superhuman. Maybe require a prescription from a doctor to buy it. (just kidding)

Best of luck!
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Farid — July 4th, 2009, 8:19 am

Dear Tim,

I have submitted the form and am anxiously waiting for the reply. Are you going to only notify the accepted assistants or everyone?
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Yadgyu — July 4th, 2009, 8:58 am

This book is going to be a waste of time for most readers.

People do not have the time, money, patience, or confidence to try something new. It is sad to say it, but this book is going to provide very little for the average Joe or Jane with a family and a career.

A book like this may work for someone single with very little responsibilities. But there really is no point for an adult with a family to get in shape and try to live longer. Most adults are too busy trying to maintain the little lifestyle that they have. They do not have time to make drastic improvements. There are far too many barriers in life that make smart, hard-working, and loving people turn into robots.

I suggest you scarp the idea for this book. You should write something useful, such as how to help the everyday man not live a life of regret and agony. Getting in shape is not important enough to most people. They are too busy to cook and eat healthy meals and to go workout. Exercise books really aren’t beneficial to the world. Anybody can hit the gym.

What about helping people learn how to not get used by this cold, hard world?
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Sjors Provoost — July 4th, 2009, 9:57 am

@Yadgyu I would argue that “single with very little responsibilities” is a very large group of people; certainly enough to write a book for.

But why would someone with a family and a job not want to live longer and in better physical shape? Living longer means more time to enjoy your work, or if you don’t enjoy it: more time to enjoy retirement. Being in better shape means being happier, which is great for your family.

As with any life-style book, there’s also the potential to use the book to provide others with advise. Perhaps someone has a friend or child who is becoming too fat.
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Moiz — July 4th, 2009, 7:05 pm

Yadgyu,

With H.I.T., you can get excellent results training once a week, ~30 minutes a workout, so long as a reasonably healthy diet is supplied. I’m sure that even adults with families could and would sacrifice a few minutes out of their time to look and feel better.

I live in America. As much as I hate to say, beauty/appearance is a very, very large market. I’m sure that this book will be a success.

Strength training, for me, is the greatest anti-depressant I have ever used. It teaches you discipline, encourages confidence, and makes you an all-around better person. Believe me, hard work has incredible spillover into deadling with the “cold, hard world”. The barbell is an unforgivingly versatile tool.

Read Henry Rollin’s article, “The Iron” (here: http://www.gittlen.com/rollins.htm). Great read.

Good luck Tim.
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David — July 5th, 2009, 6:31 am

Awesome, I’ve gotten into this topic big time.. perfect timing. Will be purchasing this.
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lucy — July 5th, 2009, 11:46 am

The book sounds really interesting, I think it is definately something I would be interested in. I recently did a masters in elite sport performers and the effects it has on the body. I had an injury when I was younger which dampened my love of sport, this caused me to gain a lot of weight through depression but through healthy meals and my rehabilitation I have managed to lose weight. Looking forward to reading your findings.
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Shari Alexander — July 6th, 2009, 8:23 am

Tim,

Just a quick question: do you go through the whole book proposal process before writing a book (specifically with 4HWW and this new one)? Or do you write the book and then get it picked up by a publisher? Was curious how that process fit into the 4HWW lifestyle. I’m in the middle of the process and I’m always looking for insight. Thanks!

Best!
Shari
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Ricky — July 6th, 2009, 9:42 am

Hey Tim,
I’ve made tremendous gains in strength using Pavel Tsatsouline’s Greasing the groove method.
It seems to be quite effective and safe as you’re always working out with only 40-50% of your max and with perfect form.
Ricky
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Ricky — July 7th, 2009, 10:45 am

Hey Tim,
Have you ever given thought to “fastest way to strength the mind”? There are a lot of people with limiting and self-defeating beliefs, people in depression, bright people but with low self-esteem.
Maybe you can devote a chapter or at least part of a chapter on how to strengthen the mind?
Thanks
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Ian McGriff — July 8th, 2009, 3:31 pm

Tim,

I am a mentee of Todd Durkin’s and have to whole-heartedly agree that Todd is the best in the business hands down. On all fronts he is a man that anyone and everyone would be happy and proud to work with and would see awesome results in a hurry. He’s innovative, creative, and passionate. He also has read your book and recommends it so you two would be on the same page in regards to philosophy.

TD has got it going on and I could sit here and try to tell you that you should work with me, but he’s someone you should get to know and work with because he’s the best in the business and I still have a lot to learn from him.

Thanks for letting me comment.
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David kowsari — July 8th, 2009, 5:56 pm

Hey Tim, I bet you don’t really get the time to read all of these comments with your busy schedule, but regardless, just wanted to say i loved the four hour workweek/ count me in on your new book. I’m not sure if this is part of your new book, but quick guides to flexibility? i like the idea of having a nutrition/workout book all in one bible, which is what it seems like you’re going for here, best of luck to you, keep being a badass.
-dave
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- Tim Ferriss — July 12th, 2009, 8:14 pm
  
  Hi David,
  
  I read more comments than you might expect
  
  Tim
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Lam — July 8th, 2009, 9:55 pm

Absolutely I will buy your book, Tim. Please do not make me wait so long.
All the best.
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Cat Goldstone — July 9th, 2009, 2:41 am

I am assuming this wonderful new book will include nutrition and diet-so I would recommend you look into the research and work of endocrinologist Diane Schwarzbein (that is if you haven’t already). Her book “The Schwarzbein Principle” changed my life and gave me a whole new (illuminated) look on food and the human body’s way of metabolizing it.

Also, on a side note I think it would be AWESOME if you collaborated somehow with Morgan “Supersize Me” Spurlock-I bet the stuff you and he came up with would be phenomenal!
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Jock — July 9th, 2009, 2:44 am

Any news on the release?
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Zak Spence — July 9th, 2009, 3:49 pm

Tim,

First I’d like to relay how much of an inspiration you are to me. Your blog and book hold loads of advice that I am trying to take seriously and implement in my life. Thanks for that.

Second, I want to communicate to you a goal of mine. It’s not meant to be a pitch for your new book. I primarily want to tell you, a person who I admire, about a new aspiration of mine that I think you would appreciate. I want to hold the world record for the fastest marathon time by the Olympics in 2012, if not before.

This looks absurd even to me as I write it. I’m not a competitive runner, just a guy who’s in decent shape. But I have a gut feeling I can pull this off. I want to get my time under 2 hours. 13.5 mph at 26.2 miles is about 1:55, I think. And as for the olympics bit… well, who wouldn’t want to compete at that level? This could open an avenue for that.

Anyways, this comment isn’t so much for your information as for my personal experiential value. I just want to tell you of all people, because you are the one who inspired me through his success to take initiative and strive for this goal. I’ll give it my best shot. The Olympic trials are in 3 years, and who knows what could happen in that amount of time?

I look forward to discovering if the methods I’ve picked up on your blog will serve me over the next few years of training. I’m not the kind of guy to say that something like this will definitely happen, but I’m confident enough that I’ll go ahead and declare that right now. It’s going to happen.

If you want to remain in touch while I work on this project, just drop me a line. If not, maybe you’ll hear about me someday. I hope so.

All the best,

Zak Spence
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- Tim Ferriss — July 12th, 2009, 7:38 pm
  
  Hi Zak,
  
  Good luck! I’m no runner, but I’ll be cheering for you
  
  Pura vida,
  
  Tim
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kc — July 10th, 2009, 11:41 am

Looking forward to this. I hit a wall a few years ago and need a new and interesting way to train. One day I just couldn’t make myself do another bench press or do another squat. It wasn’t fun anymore (I don’t know if it ever was). I long for the days of childhood when the reason I was in shape was because I was out running around, having fun. I don’t know if I’ll run another marathon but I do want to get back to a point of feeling in shape. Give me some shortcuts and I’ll buy the book!
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luis — July 10th, 2009, 1:31 pm

Hola Tim,

“I can remove or add 20 lbs. in 3-4 weeks on-demand.” I have a wedding in a month, and I want to look good.

Can you throw a dawg a bone?

Saludos,
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Manjit Kattaria — July 10th, 2009, 4:24 pm

A book about bettering and changing aspects of the human body? Sounds very interesting and fun. I’ll be sure to check it out when it hits the shelves.
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Private — July 10th, 2009, 8:02 pm

I hope that A) nobody’s already said this, and B) I don’t sound like I’m the type of controlling, self-confident guy with nothing better to do than to sit back and come up with unsolicited ideas for people, but have you considered a title (or at least a chapter, as with “Drug Dealing for Fun and Profit”) along the lines of The 4HWW’s title? Not to be too in-your-face here, but how about The Four-Minute Workout?
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Greg — July 11th, 2009, 4:47 am

Looks exciting! Relevant to myself, as well, having gone through a substantial weight loss and fitness swing myself. I love the 4HWW, so this should be equally excellent.
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Mario — July 11th, 2009, 1:34 pm

Tim,

If I find something against my lower back pain (that I have for 13 years now) in it it will be worth it! This is all I hope for. Everything else will be a welcome gimmick.

Regards,
Mario
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Ricky — July 12th, 2009, 1:10 pm

Hi Tim,
I had commented twice and both times the comments were awaiting for approval and then got deleted. But these were simple and plain comments with no links to anything, nothing rude etc. Don’t know why? hmm..
Thanks
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- Tim Ferriss — July 12th, 2009, 7:24 pm
  
  Hi Ricky,
  
  I’m just in rural China and looking over comments can get delayed. Both are now approved
  
  Tim
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Cesar Abueg — July 13th, 2009, 7:32 am

Hello Tim,

Just watched your recent blog, great job. Just wanted to mention, that this is intriguing…love the 4hr work week by the way.

IMPORTANT!!! Regards to your request, you may want to contact Lewis Howes, he has a huge network of athletes. I figure you’ll get something from him, I hope.

Hope that works for you.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/lewishowes

Take care and best wishes to your upcoming book.
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Ricky — July 13th, 2009, 7:59 am

Thanks Tim
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Thor Holt — July 13th, 2009, 9:03 pm

Oh my oh my I can hardly wait for this one Tim. I will be hoping this is out in time for Christmas because I got two brothers who will love this and all my clients will be getting a copy!
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Joe — July 15th, 2009, 2:02 am

Tim:

If you are in need for more data. I will be glad to test out your program. I am an endomorph who is active exercising yet struggling to get the weight down.

Thanks,
Joe
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Russ — July 15th, 2009, 2:30 pm

Excellent. As a guy who’s been combining chi gung, feldenkrais, and various postural exercises, I’ve DEFINITELY seen a bit of pedagogy mixed with good tricks outweigh tons of resultless effort and sweat.

Particularly interested in seeing if you’ve got anybody or any tricks that can cover the flexibility issue — it’s one of the things keeping many athletes on the wrong side of the “survival curve,” rather than letting them continue to advance in their sport. (No, I don’t have any answers there.)
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Hector — July 16th, 2009, 12:34 am

Tim

Will you give us a solution to the skinny/fat phenomenon experienced by some men?
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- Peter — October 23rd, 2012, 2:12 pm
  
  Jay,
  
  I have the same issue, and have found it maddening that there seems to be no definitive advice on skinny-fat.
  
  Has anything worked for you? Where are you at with fitness these days?
  
  Thanks.
  Zach
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ken karnack — July 17th, 2009, 7:32 pm

Tim,

I am not sure I belive your story! that is a ton of weight, no fat to be burned in that time frame. How can you say you asctualy did that in the time you claim?
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Philip Rolling — July 18th, 2009, 6:21 am

Hey Tim,

I was reading a few articles online and came across this, which relates to a previous article you had written (The science of fat loss: Why a calorie isn’t always a calorie.)

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20327171.200-the-calorie-delusion-why-food-labels-are-wrong.html?full=true

First, it explains the current issues with how a calorie is measured. Then, it follows new research that suggests that food texture and preparation are important factors in determining how much actual nutritional value can be extracted from a particular food source. This suggests that while some foods may appear to be lower in calories, the human body actually extracts calories more efficiently from them due to other factors, affecting the actual caloric value of foods anywhere between 5% to 25%. It gives a real world example where this is applicable to illustrate it’s point and links to other relevant sources and articles.

The research looks highly relevant for your needs. Enjoy.

Cheers,
Phil
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tee — July 20th, 2009, 7:29 am

Hey Mark,
Why are you not answering the question as to when the book is coming out?
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Gain Weight & Muscle Working Out Less? – Is the Colorado Experiment for Real? | Gaining Weight — July 20th, 2009, 3:25 pm

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Torbosk (Belgium) — July 22nd, 2009, 12:34 pm

Hey Tim,

I’m new here, just read 4HWW. I agree that this book has the potential to be A LOT bigger than the 4HWW. Especially because you now already have your name kinda “set”. I suppose a lot of people who bought the 4HWW will do the same with the new book, plus a whole other “market segment”. Though there is more competition in this field.

I can make a suggestion: look up Anthony Ellis regarding fast muscle building. But it seems he uses the same principles you did to gain muscle.

Personally, i hope you write at least one chapter about injury prevention, and recovery from injury. I’m 24 years old, and a lower back pain (its more a stiffness) has crept up on me six months ago. Since then it hasn’t left, and at times this has been quite depressing.
I have one leg 1,4 cm longer than the other and my lowest disc is slightly off, but the fysiotherapist i recently saw said that’s not really an issue and that i shouldn’t think about it because there isn’t anything i can do about it… I tried different stretching methods, none worked. I will drop the weights now and just do cardio and see what that gives.

I’m hoping you can already give me some tips here, so i don’t have to wait for the book haha. Even a link to a good website would be appreciated. I know you dealt with low back pain for a long time as well.

Enjoy China and all it’s beauties

ps: Just spent 10 months in Sevilla (Spain), i was studying but it was kind of a mini-retirement haha, best time of my life. Ya no puedo esperar más hasta que salga otra vez jaja.

ps2: i realise that it’s just a working title, but i agree with whoever said to flip it around. I would also drop the term “strongmen”, maybe use “increase” or “gain” to stress the contrast with “loss”. So a main title: A guide to becoming SUPERMAN” with a smaller title: “From rapid fat loss to incredible strength gains”.
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Alexandre Charbonneau — July 24th, 2009, 1:51 pm

Excellent idea. I’m a physiologist that does not believe in 20% of what is included in physioloy textbooks. Worst, almost 50% of what is included in EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY TEXTBOOKS is just wrong!!! (weight loss, hypertrophy…). This book, supported by worldwide physiologist, doctors… is essential. You got my vote, my support…and my help if you need it.
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sean — July 24th, 2009, 11:10 pm

Tim,

Have you already selected your research assistants? If not, is there an approximate date for the decisions to be made?

Thanks,

Sean
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- Tim Ferriss — July 29th, 2009, 4:36 pm
  
  Hi Sean,
  
  Thanks for the comment. I ended up getting more than 700 submissions, equaling more than 220 pages of material at size 5-6 font. Doh! I don’t know exactly when I’ll reach out to folks, but I’m hoping soon
  
  Best,
  
  Tim
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Pete — July 25th, 2009, 3:14 pm

30% muscle in 72 hours!?

I have to ask about this:
1) How many times can this be repeated? If you can add 30% muscle again and again every 72 hours, that means that pretty much everyone can look like a bodybuilder within a couple of weeks. If it’s a one time deal, still very amazing and exciting.
2) Will this work for people who already have a lot of muscle? Since 30% is based on how much muscle you currently have, will even bodybuilders be able to add 30% MORE? Would Arnold Schwarzenegger be able to do this?
3) How much time does it involve over those 72 hours? By which I mean, do the 72 hours have to be cleared free of events/meetings/appointments, or is 2 hours per day for each day in the 72 hours enough?

Please answer! I know you get hundreds of comments but my God please answer, because I simply have to know!!
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Georgia — July 27th, 2009, 12:26 pm

You might be interested in the works of bodybuilder and health pioneer Bernarr Macfadden (1868 – 1955). I discovered him while researching the health benefits of raw, untreated milk. Bernarr was apparently way ahead of his time and much of his advice was not proven true until recently.

http://www.bernarrmacfadden.com/

Also, since you like to track everything I was wondering what type of equipment you use? Do you have any experience with the new calorie, fitness, and sleep trackers like GoWear fit and Body Bugg? Wired magazine has a series of articles about using devices like this to “know thyself” and thereby improve health and contribute to collective knowledge about fitness. They have me seriously considering purchasing one but the price is a little steep for my budget.

http://www.gowearfit.com/

Can’t wait to read your book!!!!
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Matthew Jeschke — July 28th, 2009, 11:07 am

It’s so hard to make a short comment on such an interesting topic! So here’s my super abridged version… Bear with me~

I’m seeking to understand the fundamental components of maintaining a freakishly fit physic yet balancing a healthy lifestyle. I can and have met my goals through the SUPERSIZE approach, working out as much and as often as humanly possible. However, this is completely impractical and nearly impossible to maintain.

Currently I’m seeking to maximize results by mastering categories in a graduated approach: (1) nutrition, (2) flexibility, (3) balance, (4) strength, and lastly (5) agility. The idea is that by focusing on the fundamentals and building up the body will be least inhibited and provide the best gains per the time put into training.

I’m interested in hearing what other people’s experiences have been in regards to breaking down training (was it a graduated approach as I proposed?) and what successes this has yielded. Were they similar categories to mine? Or is there something I haven’t explored?

Thanks for reading my comment. I realize there are a lot of comments and would understand if it doesn’t get direct attention.

Matt Jeschke
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Martin Pelicon — July 29th, 2009, 11:19 pm

Hi there,
I’m not sure, but you might find it useful:

- Jure Robi?, 3-times winner at The Race Across America (RAAM); more on http://qwx.si/g9

- Martin Strel, Guinness record marathon swimmer (struggling the river for 66 days for more than 10 hours a day and totally swam 5268 kms or 3274 miles); more on http://qwx.si/ha

All best,
Martin Pelicon
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Matthew — July 30th, 2009, 9:27 pm

Topics I would love to see:

1) Flexibility workout in minutes a week

2) Pull-ups for women; my sister needs to be able to do 6 pull-ups for a job she wants in the military – not an easy task.

3) I second the “reversing” injuries idea, the body is so flexibility and adaptable that almost anything can be reversed to be better than before.

4) I don’t know how to tie this in exactly but I think that speed cup stacking could be a great sport for the over 60 crowd if they knew about it. It seems like it would be great for mental acuity etc.

5) Tricks for training for standing back tucks, back hand-springs, hand stands, T-flare, power-breaking, telekinesis, etc

6) How to not get cavities / repair cavities in teeth.

7) Building super-human concentration skills.

8) Behavior modification: rubber-band technique etc.

9) Improving hearing and eye sight.

10) How to get people to trust you for interviews, sales, business deals, personal. Basically verbal and non-verbal communication kung-fu.

11) Eliminate back pain, work of Joseph Pilates on fitness etc.

12) Build a bullet-proof immune system.

13) Cut arms for women are really in vogue, if you have a good/fast technique you publisher would probably plaster this on the front and back cover to increase sales.

Looking forward to it!
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Alex — July 31st, 2009, 1:52 am

So exciting… I want it now…
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Matthew — July 31st, 2009, 7:05 am

One more (for now):

14) Double your vertical leap in minutes a week: training for basketball and volleyball.
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Tim — July 31st, 2009, 2:19 pm

Tim

I’m looking forward to three things about this:

a) potentially contributing to this book

b) reading and learning from your much more OCD approach to life without having to put in all that extra work/ OCD time myself;-)

c) eventually meeting and hanging out with you as a result of this project, or some other circumstance where we’re both interested in, and will benefit from such a meeting

Andrew said you seemed like a fun guy:-)
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Jason — August 3rd, 2009, 11:51 am

I would highly suggest researching Biosignature Modulation, http://tinyurl.com/lwjser. By implementing different nutrition, supplementation, and exercise protocols it is possible to address various hormonal imbalances, which allow an individual to spot reduce body fat. Charles Poliquin developed the technique over the course of his career by correlating skin fold measurements to saliva, blood, and urine tests. He was able to determine that certain body fat distributions, based on skin fold ratios, highly reflected hormonal imbalances. Once the hormonal imbalances are addressed as mentioned above the results are truly phenomenal.

Jason
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Miska — August 4th, 2009, 6:18 am

I would be especially interested in maximizing mental capacity (running improves IQ) and having highest possible testosterone levels, what kind of training to do it with. Biggest problem in my training is fluctuations in testosterone levels, I can see its effects in my appearance nearly instantly.
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Phillipa — August 5th, 2009, 11:36 pm

“I’ve taken my weight from 145 lbs. to 225 lbs. (lean) and back down, and I can remove or add 20 lbs. in 3-4 weeks on-demand.”

Geez. Sounds like a recipe for gallstones. It seems that where human health is concerned, natural approaches that emphasize moderation and consistency over a period of time win the day (vs. metabolic whiplash). I can see a lot of 15-yr-old boys (for one) picking the book up wanting to look ripped “like yesterday”. Hopefully they don’t hurt themselves in the process (see copious legal disclaimers on page 1). But I’m being a rain cloud. You’re psyched and you have data, obviously, so good luck. Really.
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Mike — August 6th, 2009, 1:17 am

Tim

I understand you train with kettlebells and recently did the RKC. I am also an RKC and was wondering if kettlebell training will be in your book.

Also wondering if you are have tried Intermittent fasting for building muscle & losing fat, particularly Martin Berkhan’s approach at http://www.leangains.com

If you are focussing on strength training then I recommend you check out Louie Simmons work at Westside barbell.

Cheers
Mike
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- Tim Ferriss — August 6th, 2009, 12:55 pm
  
  Hi Mike,
  
  I’ve followed Louie for years, and though his methods are sometimes too intense (or equipment-intensive) for the average gym goer, he is brilliant at what he does.
  
  More to come soon
  
  Tim
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Shawn Steinman — August 6th, 2009, 8:04 am

Hi Tim, I just wanted to say I’m a huge fan and I have your brought your book with me to Tamarindo Costa Rica and now its with me here in Marmaris Turkey. I’ve been working remotely for some time now with your help and I can’t thank you enough. I always like to re-read chapters that didn’t soak in the 1st or 2nd time. Its turned into a mini bible on how I want to live. I also am a Necrotizing Fasciitis surviver. http://www.nnff.org/survivors/shawn_steinman/shawn_steinman.htm It was about 3 years ago and am 100% healthy now. It was a real eye opener and I know how important being healthy is. I can’t wait for the next book! – Thanks for everything Tim. – Shawn
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- Tim Ferriss — August 6th, 2009, 10:27 am
  
  Thanks for the kind words, Shawn. It sounds like you are kicking ass. Please keep it up
  
  Pura vida,
  
  Tim
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Greg — August 6th, 2009, 8:08 am

+1 re Paul Chek. You’ve got to be ready for his message but if your book doesn’t touch on what he’s talking about it’s basically incomplete, especially with regard to reversing injury. He also coaches a lot of the types of people you mention above.

he’s at http://www.paulcheksblog.com and chekinstitute.com

Also, crossfit. Hit up the SF crossfit folks, they’re some of the best in that business.
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May — August 6th, 2009, 10:08 pm

Looking forward to your new book. I completed your form for research assistant and failed to mention one of the feature equipment we use at our studio known as http://www.solostrength.com

Check it out. Good luck in your search. I’m sure you have plenty of people to choose from!!
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John Ellis — August 7th, 2009, 1:04 am

Tim,

I was putting together a training program for myself but once I realized that you were putting out this new book I knew I had to wait to read it before putting together any program. When is this book going to be coming out?
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sun — August 9th, 2009, 9:40 am

Looking forward to it. I hope that diet recommendations will be fore lacto-vegetarians as well. This growing segment of the population sometimes doesn’t get enough info on diet in the strength game.
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Zee — August 9th, 2009, 6:59 pm

When can we expect the book to be released?
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- Tim Ferriss — August 9th, 2009, 9:24 pm
  
  Hi Zee,
  
  Probably summer or pre-summer 2010. I’ll keep you all posted for sure.
  
  Tim
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Rich — August 13th, 2009, 11:15 am

I wonder how this compares to p90x =)
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Sheri Garland — August 20th, 2009, 8:47 am

I am not interested in becoming super-human except when I’ve just finished watching both volumes of Kill Bill, but I do want to attack my body when I feel unfit. I have no patience for work out regimes. I am looking for advice on self-discipline so I can get on the bandwagon. I started looking at advice from http://www.StevePavlina.com but since I’m a big Tim Ferriss fan, I would love your take on the subject. Superhuman may not be a goal for myself, but getting my butt off the couch is. Any help there would be priceless in all aspects of my life!
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Kevin Kelley — August 20th, 2009, 3:06 pm

Tim

Great idea & I loved your 4HRWW book. Even with all the fitness books available, they are all typically the same song & dance routines built for gifted genetic mesomorphs (that are also on steroids). This book will throw everything I memorized as a teen (i.e. The Enclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding) into the garbage.

As a reference in safe effective lifting for all us regular Joes, check out the Brawn series from Stuart McRobert. A great author that preaches the safer, slower rep approach & most importantly, with a minimum number of big compound lifts to foster muscle growth.

Take care,

Kevin
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Chris — August 20th, 2009, 9:12 pm

Great subject. Needs a new title… No help there yet. I must say that in my life I managed to increase my vertical jump 15 inches in 2 months, go from a 7 minute mile to a 4:50 mile in 3 months, then gain 20 pounds of muscle (with protein and creatine going from 160 to 180) in 2 months and then develop extreme flexibility in 3 months. I think you have the makings of a book that will be in high demand. To me, variety in workout design builds the most strength and has worked very well for me.
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Stephen — August 22nd, 2009, 1:08 am

Tim Summer 2010 is like Jan in New Zealand.. Month Leverage haha.

Loving you book. Great to read something that is not PC BullS#*$. Can’t wait for the new book.

For the new book I think a chapter at the start of the book should be on The Mindset. I feel it is the most important in changing body weight (Especially if you are losing it)

Next time you are jetting to Queenstown via Auckland contact me at http://www.pureinnovation.co.nz I have a group who love your book and we are all working together to achieve freedom!! I quit my job recently and am working hard to reach similar goals to you!!! Peace

Stephen
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AzR — August 28th, 2009, 11:57 am

I truly believe that you have to include the topic of sex and PERHAPS also love in your book.
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J Hobitakis — August 30th, 2009, 2:05 pm

Hi Tim,
One thing I have always struggled with is how to have a sustained energy level throughout the day, primarily to avoid energy spikes and fatigue. Their has to be a combination of foods that would help with this that does not include that 5 hour energy shot. I would imagine 4 or more meals per day, avoid hi-glycemic carbs etc. I’m sure you have some pretty good hacks for this issue. I think this can possibly be a good topic for your book or even a great blog post.
Another good read would be on hacks that keep your brain operating at peak levels for a long period.

Best of luck,
J Hobitakis
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Shawn Steinman — August 30th, 2009, 11:34 pm

To: J Hobitakis. This post is directed to J Hobitakis.

If you are looking for increased energy throughout the day without using coffee or energy drinks I recommend Yerba Mate. Have you ever tried it before? I know me and many other people who drink it all day long and we can tell you that it is an excellent way to keep your brain operating at peak levels all day. In South America, yerba mate has been revered for centuries as the “drink of the gods” and is drunk daily for optimum health, sustained energy and mental clarity. If you can’t find it at store near you, you can order it online at many different online Stores. Maybe Tim can recommend a good place to buy some online. Here are 2 Places I know of: http://www.yerba-mate.com
http://www.guayaki.com

All the Best
Shawn – Waterloo, Ontario
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shaitan — September 2nd, 2009, 6:30 am

It’s gonna be very interesting like (or maybe more than) your previous which has been really a great inspiration for me!
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khassim — September 2nd, 2009, 1:29 pm

Hi Tim!

Please do keep us posted for any book launch on this one.. We will be flying in from Canada and Philippines to be on the said event…

All the best!!
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khassim — September 2nd, 2009, 1:51 pm

Hi Tim!

Or maybe you would want a touch of Filipino dialect in your book.. I know Tagalog and Hiligaynon or Ilonggo. Just a thought..
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Shane — September 3rd, 2009, 2:45 pm

Hey Tim,

I’m very happy about this news on your next book! I loved the 4HWW and the subject of physical transformation is one that I’m very interested in as well. Though I also have to say that I don’t envy you for having to follow a book as excellent as the 4HWW. Everyone’s expectations for this must be extremely high. But no pressure.

Cheers,
Shane
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Daniel Shinall — September 8th, 2009, 9:35 am

Hey Tim,

I’m not sure if this has been done with books, but some music artists these days include a one-time, free, download code for a digital version if their fans buy the vinyl version of their albums…it would be cool if you did kind of the same, and included an e-book code with the purchase of the physical book.

Just a thought…

-Daniel
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Dylan — September 15th, 2009, 2:12 pm

I know a lot of people have mentioned crossfit on here as something to either include or try. You wanted help from elite athletes, they are consistently some of the most elite athletes in the world. I’d either try to get in touch with crossfit creator for the science behind it or some of the crossfit games winners for the most elite athletes in the world.
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Tom Kitt — September 29th, 2009, 8:41 am

I am very much looking forward to reading this book. I hope we will see some more teaser articles on your blog soon Tim.

I have been trying your Diet for a number of weeks and have seen good results, and I am confident that your training program will be similarly effective.

The problem I think many people (including myself) have is what you call ‘starting with the end in mind’. It is difficult to decide what kind of body you want to have. Often when I start loosing weight I become a little self concious as my arms and chest get smaller. Equally when I bulk up I get annoyed by my stomach bulge as I sit at a desk (I share your scandinavian curse).

I think that this may be part of the reason that so many people make little progress, even when they train for years as I have done. They are scared by their own results.

The beauty of your method is the speed in which people can acheive dramatic changes in their physical composition. Knowing that you can loose 20lb in 3-4 weeks makes it easier to put on a little fat when bulking, just as knowing that you can gain ‘x’ lbs of muscle in very little time makes it easier to loose weight quickly without worrying about loosing your hard earned t-shirt bulges.

I hope to see you reconcile the two, I also hope that the book will contain helpful step by step plans and annotated case studies just as FHWW did.

Anyway, all the best, and for God’s sake hurry up! We’re all dying to read it!

Tom Kitt

p.s. I know you demonstrated loosing fat whilst gaining muscle but as a Doctor and weightlifter I find that somewhat challenging to believe that most people can do this over a short period of time. However, I have seen results from your other outlandish (at first) claims so I look forward to testing your theories in their entirety.

TK
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Andy — October 13th, 2009, 1:05 am

It’s be cool if you had something about looking temporarily ripped in under an hour.

What makes forearm veins pop out the most, abs and chest enlarge etc. I find clap push-ups and bicep curls with really heavy dumbbells work pretty well.
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John Fawkes — October 13th, 2009, 1:35 pm

Here’s a crazy idea Tim…what if you held a bodybuilding competition to promote the book…the catch: weigh-in a whole month in advance. Could be a chance to show the world how feasible your rapid weight change techniques are.
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Nimrod Evans — October 14th, 2009, 10:20 pm

My only question is, when can I buy it? I’ve done pretty well myself on the rapid weight loss aspect (25% bodyfat to 12% in 6 months) but I always have trouble maintaining and building muscle, so I’ll be very interested to see what you have to say about that.
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Andrew McCrea — October 16th, 2009, 9:59 am

Hi Tim,
Just wondering if you’d set a tentative publishing date for this project yet. I’ll mark my calendar.
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matthewb — October 21st, 2009, 8:43 am

Hi Tim,

Have you had a chance to read Deepak Chopra’s Perfect Health? I think there could be some great ideas for you to explore (if you are not already) such as the healing power of the mind at the quantum level.

Best Wishes & Continued Success,

Matthew
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sean — November 21st, 2009, 11:28 am

Tim,

I just wanted to echo my comment to see if there were any updates.

Have you already selected your research assistants? If not, is there an approximate date for the decisions to be made?

Thanks,

Sean
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Nina — December 18th, 2009, 7:37 am

Hey Tim

I was thinking a few days ago that what I really wanted from my workout was to achieve the “ideal” body for modern living, and reading this I gained hope that your book might enlighten me on this. I’ve also been interested in knowing what the “ideal” lifestyle might be, something I think might be gleaned by observing what hunter-gatherers ate, but this is not feasible for someone like me who is pursuing a major far away from that area. Besides, there is just so much pseudo-science in that realm.

So my goal has recently been to achieve an ideal body for modern living down to the last detail, which seemed simpler than figuring out the nutrition bits. Besides the undisputed pillars we already have, my conceived principles for good health were along the lines of high glycogen storage for inevitable junk food, good reflexes (you never know what life throws at you), a strong back, stronger fingers, a simple but effective self-defense line, etc. But as this list is at best a sampling of layman’s knowledge, I am still really hoping that your new book might inform the reader on what the 21 century person needs from their body.

BTW, what do you think of Free Running? I think it is a very artistic and natural form for athleticism, which best captures the spirit of efficient and motivated urban living
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Chris — January 3rd, 2010, 1:08 pm

Hi Tim,

Is the book in dutch of just in english. I am really looking forward to read it.

Cheers,

Chris
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D — January 26th, 2010, 12:31 pm

Great concept. I have been obsessed with these exact topics for 17 years and have travelled the world in search of the experts – I even moved to another continent to go to the gym which I considered to be the best in the world (yes I’m that nuts).

I would love to help in any way that I can. Let me suggest some topics which I think you’ll find very interesting/useful if you pull at their threads:

1) intermittent fasting (eatstopeat.com, leangains.com, fast-5, warriordiet.com)
2) conscious eating (assimilating ANY food perfectly by “blessing” it first – how open-minded are you??
3) doggcrap training (jasonwojo.com)
4) thick bar training (massively superior to standard barbells and dumbbells – especially for arm size) (fatgripz.com)
5) anything written by Rusty Moore (fitnessblackbook.com)
6) what we can learn about health and muscle from primates and ancient warriors (spartanhealth.com)
7) whether we can THINK our way to the body and health of our dreams (abraham-hicks.com)

That’s enough for now. I could add things all night. All of the above have been approved worthy of serious consideration by my very skeptical BS meter – which weeded out most “gurus” and “expert strength coaches” a long time ago.

Anything I can do to help, just shout.

D
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eek — February 5th, 2010, 11:48 pm

Polyphasic sleep. Can’t not include it if you are talking about superhumans!
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Brendan — February 20th, 2010, 4:43 am

Youre doing great things as always.

Im an Irishman living in Korea. Im setting up a health Business and Ive written another similar book, (about 200pages) about how to reverse all lifestyle diseases, and do it rather fast. It will be released in a month. Could we talk about the issue of exercise impact on the physical and chemical processes of the body?

Ive found research from all over the world that basically shows the power of certain exercise on lifestyle diseases from diabetes, to obesity, to heart disease, and even cancer.

Here in Korea waiting for your reply
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Pau — February 22nd, 2010, 5:21 am

Tim,

The book sounds very promising, having the trackrecord of 4HWW helps a lot on that, but are you going to touch the recovering from injuries/pain? It is very interesting to be superhuman but when you are multi sport addict and have a problem like backpain that has no medical solution you only want to be human to continue with your sports.

Thanks,
Pau
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- Tim Ferriss — February 26th, 2010, 1:51 am
  
  Hi Pau,
  
  I will deal with injuries EXTENSIVELY. I’ve broken and torn just about everything.
  
  Hope it helps!
  
  Tim
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Huey — February 22nd, 2010, 1:33 pm

Hi Tim,
will there be anything in the book about increasing energy and vitality?

Thanks in advance

Huey
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James Klobasa — February 22nd, 2010, 6:14 pm

Okay,
I’m sick of listening to all the girls i meet whining about their body…the thing is, most of them have good ones, they just dont see it…

Definately a market there…maybe with the title…

“From Rapid Weight Loss to Sexy: A Guide To Becoming A Super-Hotty”

Can’t wait for it…

James
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Justin O'Brien — February 23rd, 2010, 12:10 am

The Colorado Experiment (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colorado_Experiment) could be an interesting case study. Also, the Navy had a workout posted on their Navy SEALs recruiting site which they had to take down for liability reasons, but it is a solid workout. I have a copy saved on Google Docs: http://bit.ly/bq9GWS. Might be worth asking someone at Coronado about what they go through in training. Love your posts!
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Burcu Y — February 23rd, 2010, 1:11 pm

Hi Tim,

My 4th root canal therapy is the reason I’m writing to you A friend of mine pointed out to me that there are major health concerns about those therapies.

So, I tried to get information about this issue, which led me to other controversies about filling materials, etc.

I also came across the book “Cure Tooth Decay” by Ramiel Nagel

I’m a very skeptical person, but have trust in you and your research methods. Therefore, I would love to read anything about these issues either in your book or on the blog.

Keep up the good work !!
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Kevin S. — March 2nd, 2010, 9:27 pm

Hey Tim
Loved the additions to the 4HWW. Your new book sounds great, any estimations to when the book will be out?
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Dan — March 2nd, 2010, 10:13 pm

You might see if the folks over at the Methuselah Foundation can give you some scientific info. I can’t think of anything more superhuman than immortality, and these guys are trying to get there. I would be very interested in seeing how these diet and training tips would work in life extension terms. Keep up the good work, Tim.

Dan
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Andrew D — March 5th, 2010, 12:29 am

Tim will this book be released in an audiobook format similar to the 4HWW? I rather enjoy listening to my books rather than reading them although I also bought a hardcover copy.
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Jake — March 7th, 2010, 4:54 pm

Is this book still in the works, will it be available in print this year?
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Nathan Schmitt — March 9th, 2010, 1:27 am

Hey Tim,

I’m sure it’s probably pretty late in the writing process but I just submitted one of your “help me out” web forms that you posted above.

In the past 3 years I’ve had thoracoscopic surgery, hernia surgery, clavical surgery (from a high speed longboard crash), and major open lung surgery. Open lung surgery was one month ago and I’ve recovered 2-3x faster than the projected optimistic outcome I was quoted as a result of very carefully outlined diet and exercise principles/plans. I’ve been featured in the Portland Tribune (http://bit.ly/cwldPS) and am currently talking with Good Day Oregon about a TV feature. Doctors are surprised at how fast and how well I’ve recovered and say that people are normally still quite immobile by the time I was walking 4.5 miles per day. Find more info in your google docs powered web form if you’re interested.
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Jeff Masterson — March 9th, 2010, 12:36 pm

I’ll be picking up this book when it comes out, I always like hearing what you have to say about things like this. Thanks man.
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dallas wyciskalla — March 15th, 2010, 9:06 pm

Tim and Others,

I am travelling to San Francisco and LA the next couple of weeks and wanted to hit up some once in a lifetime fitness experiences.

ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Thanks.
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Ratko — March 19th, 2010, 11:35 pm

any updates on the planned release date for the new book?
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- Tim Ferriss — March 22nd, 2010, 12:13 pm
  
  Sept 2010!
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David Gretzschel — March 20th, 2010, 8:52 pm

this looks good. I really like the idea.
A book about the benefits of visualisation training citing and explaining studies.
You speak German?

http://books.google.com/books?id=s2X_vpNvcBkC&pg=PA176&lpg=PA176&dq=studie+mentales+training+verhindert+muskelschwund&source=bl&ots=hLqz_RPdzO&sig=x9ZXBzi9UCOrGz26w4dD4lzbhgY&hl=en&ei=s5GlS_SbLs6IkAW154HSCA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CAgQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=&f=false
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khassim — March 23rd, 2010, 4:27 am

Hi Tim! Sept. 2010 is great. Hope you could give us updates about the book launch coz I will be flying in from Philippines to witness the said event… Am making plans as early as now.
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Ian Mackay — March 24th, 2010, 6:38 am

Hi Tim,

Need any proof readers?
I’ve done it before and can’t wait for this book so I’d be perfect!!
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Ovidiu Petrescu — April 7th, 2010, 6:52 pm

Hello Tim,
I enjoy your writing.
I learn to do fasting for first time in a political section of prison in the former communist Romania. I still doing fasting 3-4 times per year for 10-21 days. I am 75% on raw diet. I don’t smoke, do yoga,meditation, shamanism, self hypnosis.
I love your blog too and lot of success,
Ovid.
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Rob D. — April 20th, 2010, 2:25 pm

Tim,

I thought you were writing a book about the American school system?
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Freddys Garcia — May 11th, 2010, 5:14 pm

Expanding Melzack’s pain neuromatrix. The Threat Matrix: a super-system for managing polymodal threats.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20415732

I believe this will be the future for maximal performance enhancement.
Z-Heatlh has been using threat inoculation for performance enhancement for years. Now the idea is catching on in a international level. A great paradigm shift for everybody from chronic pain doctors to performance athletes.

I think some of these concepts would make it into your book.
Tim, if you need a copy of the paper, hit me up on twitter.

Good luck,
Freddys
@freddysxg
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Troy — June 3rd, 2010, 3:08 am

Hi Tim,

I might be able to help. Professor Ron Laura developer of the Matrix Progressive Resistance Training program may be worth a look especially given your already impressive personal experiences. I would be surprised if Matrix training wasn’t one of your techniques even if you stumbled upon it by yourself. Let me know if your interested in meeting Ron.

Cheers
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Ryan Korbian — June 6th, 2010, 11:55 pm

Really looking forward to this book, hopefully it will have a section on motivation as this is usually the big stopping to most people trying to do big things.
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Bojan — June 9th, 2010, 12:33 am

I’m just curious how will you promote it, will you buy a new domain for the book or use existing ones you own?
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J Peterson — June 14th, 2010, 9:42 am

Looking forward to this one Tim, hope alls well.
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swedy — July 4th, 2010, 3:31 pm

Hi Tim,

Just wanted to say thanks for all the work you do. You may read the stoics for inspiration, but I like to read a little Tim Ferriss when in need of encouragement.

Thanks to you, I’m financially independent and able to work on the things that matter most to me: my relationships, health and zoiology.

I can’t wait for your book to come! I plan on using it to achieve some fitness goals and promise to evangelize it like a true fan, wink wink.

My dad is trying to lose weight and was excited to hear about how this “Superhuman guy” helped his dad lose some pounds and sustain a healthy weight

Keep on rockin’, and best of luck against the zombie hoard of disgruntled health experts will soon try to eat your brains, haha.

- swedy

P.S. I’m amazed that you haven’t outsourced all of your comment moderation but glad to know that your readers hold equal value with your checkbook and marketing decisions. Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside
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- Tim Ferriss — July 5th, 2010, 8:29 pm
  
  Thanks so much for this comment, Swedy! It made my day I have two more rounds of editing, and I’ll do my best to make the new book everything you want it to be…
  
  All the best,
  
  Tim
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Oli — July 20th, 2010, 7:05 pm

Wann wird das Buch in Deutschland erscheinen? Also in deutscher Sprache?

Danke
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Chase — July 26th, 2010, 5:45 pm

Any announcement coming up soon for this or anything? You must be getting close!
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Raul — July 27th, 2010, 3:54 am

Buentas Tim,

saldrá el libro en España ??

Un abrazo!
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Dan — July 27th, 2010, 10:57 pm

I can’t wait for the new book! Sept 2010 isn’t soon enough.
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Jeremy Gonzalez — August 25th, 2010, 11:30 pm

Hey Tim,

I Loved your book- The Four Hour Work Week! It has definitely inspired me to not settle for the traditional lifestyle plan of working for the next 40 years of my life doing something unfulfilling and sidelining my dreams. In December 2009, I messed up my knee snowboarding, probably tearing/stretching my ACL/MCL… I decided to apply RICE and just tough and wait it.

All was well until yesterday night when it buckled on me(which it has done a few times before…nothing too bad 10 minutes and i was usually back in action). I heard about 8 cracks last night and now I can’t walk. I’m scheduled to see the doctor tomorrow. I’m trying to prepare for the worst and just devouring any knowledge I can find on the subject.

Can you share with me anything you’ve found/experienced on the subject of knee injuries? I ordered some krill oil and am looking for a high quality glucosamine to help. I understand you’re not a doctor and not liable and what not. Its really hard knowing that my passion for snowboarding and the outdoors are going to have to be put on hold yet again. All I want is to just be able to trust my right knee again and get back to 100% And I thought I was healed and ready to go… had my sights set on Jackson Hole this year too.

Thanks

Jeremy
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- Tim Ferriss — August 26th, 2010, 4:42 am
  
  Hi Jeremy,
  
  Like you said, I’m no doctor, but Types II and III collagen, MSM, and 2-20 grams of Emergen-C vitamin C (effervescent easier to absorb) each day has helped me.
  
  Good luck!
  
  Tim
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Martín Alejandro Carmona Selva — August 26th, 2010, 5:37 pm

Tim,

I’ve read two times 4HWW and I love it even more when I re-read it.

A friend of mine wants to read it, but, his English -like with most of Spaniards- sucks!

So, I wanted to give it to him in Spanish. So, what’s the name in Spanish? -I know it may sound dumb question to ask, but I wasn’t able to find it here in Barcelona, so far.

Also, is the new updated edition in Spanish yet?

Thank you very much in advance,

/m@cs
P.S.: I can’t hardly wait to read the new book!
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Jeremy Gonzalez — August 26th, 2010, 9:21 pm

Thanks for the response Tim! You definitely made my day. A doctor telling me to simply just rest and stay off it isn’t 100% acceptable for me. I know my diet is going to play an essential role in my recovery. What have you found to be the best sources for Collagen II and III as well as MSM?

And I definitely can’t wait for your new book to come out. I’m pretty confident that I’ll be buying multiple copies.

Thanks!

Jeremy
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Tony A. — August 27th, 2010, 8:54 am

Hi Tim,
any final title or pre-order available for this new book ?

Thks.
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- Tim Ferriss — August 28th, 2010, 12:25 am
  
  Yes! Top-secret, but it’s coming very soon. In less than 4 weeks
  
  Have a great weekend,
  
  Tim
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Tony A. — August 29th, 2010, 11:55 pm

Any links with your last blog post ?

“How Authors Really Make Money: The Rebirth of Seth Godin and Death of Traditional Publishing”
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Alejandro — September 4th, 2010, 6:29 pm

I am very excited about this, I dont believe the scientist as much as I believe the guy that actually tried it and wrote down the results.

Cant wait!
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Kelso Brennan — September 11th, 2010, 9:49 pm

Getting so very excited for this book. I’ve literally waited to begin my new workout regiment until this book comes out. I don’t want to waste my valuable time by working out more than I absolutely need to. Don’t get me wrong, I love a solid workout, but I want to feel the results. Playing Texas Hold’em with your buddies is fun, but is much better when you’re winning!

Still looking at a September release date? If you need anyone to proof read it before you send it out… I’ll take care of that for ya Tim! Lol.
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Cody — September 14th, 2010, 6:09 am

Easily speaking for everyone, I’m pumped about your new book…

Trying to adopt your methods and appreciate your lifestyle over the last 2 years, I would like to see how Tim Ferris goes about his day to day. What amazes me about your stories Tim is all the knowledge you have absorbed. I’m 25 and would truly love to know how your prioritize your typical day to learn so many new techniques, languages, physical results, etc.

I own two businesses and struggle to find the time for fitness and what to learn next. I realize I have to base what I learn off of what I am interested in first, but I truly would be interested in knowing some of your quick morning to night schedules or routines so to say, of how you keep doing what you are doing… which is kicking major ass in life!

I’m dedicated to buying 5 copies of your new book as soon as it is released to personally give to my parents and siblings. Truthfully, it does not excite me that my comment might get posted with everyone else above… I would just really like to get some incite into the structure of your life in an email.

Thanks for all your time… and knowledge to date,

Cody
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- Tim Ferriss — September 19th, 2010, 8:03 pm
  
  Hi Cody,
  
  Thanks very much for the kind comment. Let me see what I can do
  
  All the best,
  
  Tim
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Madhu — September 16th, 2010, 6:05 am

Hey Tim,

This might help international readers:

1)Is it going to be a worldwide launch? if not will it be available for pre-order.

2)I am in India and i want to pre-order your book. So do you know which retailers/distributers/publisher/online book stores etc. will be selling your book here in India.

3)I just can’t pay the exorbitant fees for international shipping from amazon.

4)I will enter a state of dyslexia if i don’t get to read the book when everyone else will talk & review about it.
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- Tim Ferriss — September 19th, 2010, 5:21 pm
  
  Hi Madhu,
  
  No worries! I think you’ll just have to do a Kindle, iPad, or audiobook version. If you put “US” as your country, you can usually get around it.
  
  Hope that helps!
  
  Tim
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Madhu Ganesh — September 17th, 2010, 1:43 am

My comment seems to be deleted for some unknown reason but here is my question again:

This will help other international readers as well:

1) Is your book launching worldwide? If not when and will it be available for pre-order

2)Where can i get the book in india?(any retailers/publishers would be helpful)

Keep up the good work. You better launch with tons of copies cuz these things will disappear in flash i guess.
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Mark Combs — September 19th, 2010, 1:33 pm

You are crazy as hell Tim Ferriss . . . and I, along with a bunch of other folks, Dig it!
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Tony A. — September 20th, 2010, 9:47 am

Pre-order avalaible on Amazon french store

http://www.amazon.fr/4-hour-Body-Uncommon-Incredible-Superhuman/dp/030746363X/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&senglish-books&qid=1285001004&sr=1-4

Great (I live in France
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Tayo Gbenro — September 21st, 2010, 7:03 am

Hi Tim,

I have been wondering the same way as Cody has been. I am very much interested in the structure of your life, and I want to make a major improvement in my life.

Ever since I read your book, I not have kept pareto, parkinson and many other principles away from my lips. Now, my wife calls me Tim’s friend. Isn’t that amazing, given the fact that we haven’t met?!! I am on the verge of quiting my job for a muse, and I want to get it right. Which explains why I have almost read every blog post of yours, and followed every article that can be googled, including watching “yabusame” and “how to be like incredible hulk”.

Please mail us if you cant post the above recommendation,

Love from Nigeria,

Tayo
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Sammy — December 21st, 2010, 6:40 pm

I’m guessing you were talking about the 4 hour body. If so then I’m seriosuly looking forward to getting it in the mail.

Cheers
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Mike Coyne — January 24th, 2011, 7:52 pm

Tim- Please take on a cancer cure for your next project. I’ve been dealing with leukemia for 8 years now, with the best oncology minds in Boston, and we still can’t figure it out. Millions of dollars in research and years of studies have helped treatments come a long way, but no cures. You seem to get things done much quicker!

Mike
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Gabe — January 28th, 2011, 7:27 am

Hi Tim…very good. I love how you took the 4hr workweek and applied to fitness. Being fit really is about being simple and focused. No super fancy diets, just healthy food and being consistent in your regime. Keep up the good work.
-Gabe
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Netherland — January 20th, 2012, 7:18 pm

I just read the diet part of the book. I uses to get up at night and eat and have stopped to doing that, I have had no cravings for sweets.The first week i lost 8 lbs even after cheat day. This book has been a blessing.
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