Testimonials

This page lists just some of the positive feedback I’ve received from readers of MuscleHack.

All testimonials were unsolicited. I also have everyone’s permission to include their message along with their first name and/or city/country.

John Disogra, New York, NY.

People are commenting on my dryness and size… I also hit PR’s in all the big lifts…The effects were drug like.” (Using MuscleHack THT training and Carb Cycling Diet)

Before & After

Forum Member – ‘Surfer X’ Orange County, California

Before & After

“Just wanted to say thanks to Mark for encouraging me think outside the box when it came to health and fitness. I have worked out for years and have always been in decent shape, but am very ectomorphic and not genetically inclined to gain lots of muscle and could never quite get those really defined abs and I always felt my body was too soft for how much work I put into it (4-5 days a week at the gym). After these past few months of changing my diet and workout strategies based off Mark’s suggestions, while I still weigh about the same, my body fat has gone down from 12% to 8% and there are definite improvements in muscle definition and quality.”

Forum Member – Antonio Wright

NOTE: I can’t take all the credit here. Antonio has been dieting since November ‘07 but switched to MANS six months ago.

Before & After

“Now, it has only been the last 6 months that I have been on the Anabolic Diet (MANS). I purchased six pack abs and I have been tweaking it around my lifestyle.”

Gabriel – Porto Alegre – Brazil

“I sent you an email a few weeks ago with some questions I had about the MANS diet… Well, today I’m here to show you the results!
Well, actually I was already working out for about a month before I started a diet, and I’m on the MANS diet for about a month too, so it’s 60 days working out, and of the 60 days, the last 30 I was on MANS.
After these two months I’ve made gains in the chest, biceps, triceps and every where I wanted to build and LOST everywhere I wanted to lose.
The adipometer (body fat calipers) showed a decrease in about 2.88% of fat!
I’ve gained two kg (about 4,40 pounds) in muscle and lost the SAME amount in fat, so I didn’t lose weight, I just changed the unwanted fat for the wanted muscles…“

UPDATE FROM GABRIEL IN BRAZIL…

“I’m one happy MuscleHack reader, I’m on MANS for four months now and I have HUGE (well, I think so) results to share with you…
First, the physical evaluation I made in March 2nd this year:

* Chest: 39″
* Right arm (relaxed): 12,6″
* Abdomen: 33″
* Waist: 32.1″
* Hip: 41.3″
* Total fat percentage: 16.19%
* Total fat weight: 26.7 lb
* Total lean weight: 138 lb
* Total weight: 165 lb

I’ve sent you the results from the evaluation made in April 30 and the results were already good… But what happened in the evaluation I made July 11 was, in my opinion even better… and the results are here:

* Chest: 40.2″ (1.2 inch, ok, this one maybe should be better)
* Right arm (relaxed): 13.6″ (+1 inch)
* Abdomen: 31.9″ (-1.1″)
* Waist: 30.1 (-2 inches)
* Hip: 39.6″ (-1.7 inches)
* Total body fat percentage (using the same adipometer, with the same professional): 8.18% (Thats almost HALF I’ve had just a few months back!)
* Total fat weight: 12.9 lb (-13.8 lb!!!)
* Total lean weight: 65.65kg / 144.43lbs (+6.43 lb!!!)
* Total weight: 71.500 kg / 157.3 lbs (-7.7 lbs)

I can tell that I lost exactly where I wanted to lose, and gained exactly where I wanted to gain… I’m VERY happy with this results, the difference in my body it’s very apparent. I can’t thank you long enough for showing me the MANS diet, it changed my life for sure…”

Jason Glover. Jersey

First, the BEFORE pics…

Now, the AFTER pics…

Jason said…

“Mark, the ‘before’ pics were taken a year ago but I only started training 5 months ago – the ‘after’ pics were taken last night.

I’m living proof of an ectomorph that threw away all the other garbage and just took what you had to offer and applied it.

5 months ago I started off at 69kg and in that 5 months my weight has increased by about 6-7kg; I’m now 76kg [7kg = 15.4 lbs].

I’ve never taken fat measurements as I’ve never had any, I’ve always just been skin and bone.

Maybe you can judge the fat situation by looking at the pics; as far as I’m concerned its all muscle size and maybe a bit of water from the creatine.

Thanks bud, lets keep growing!!”

Darren Lucas, ‘Jendelui’ from the band Wavecage

“I just wanted to thank you so much for your website/book
and the fantastic advice I’ve gleaned from it – you rock!
I was tipping the scales at 100kg and had been trying to lose weight for months
through exercising, but with no discernable results – until I found your
website. After 4 weeks following your diet and exercise advice I suddenly
started losing fat by the bucket load – I lost 30kg in the next 6 months and 18
months later I’m back to my high school weight of 62kg, with no trouble at all,
but feeling fitter and stronger than I ever have – and for the first time in my
life I have a six pack! Congratulations to you, I wish you all the success in
the world.”

Dan. Georgia, USA.

“Since going on the low carb diet, my weight has dropped from 210 to 197 and I have actually made strength gains. I had always correlated increased weight with strength gains and decreased weight with strength loss and thought that diet really didn’t matter…..how untrue! I’m 6′2″ and although I wasn’t “fat”, I was starting to get that pudge around my waist at 36″. I’m now down to a 34.5″ waist. Thanks and keep up the good work!”

Kwan Song. Brisbane, Australia

“Hi Mark, just wanted to say thanks – you have changed my life around. I was once a lazy couch potato and you motivated me to work out! After 3 months of being dragged to the gym by my girlfriend, I managed to lose 3 kilos with strict calorie controlled dieting (yes I was idiotic enough to try out those fat burning pills and shakes) and endless cardio (came to a point where i could run for a full hour at 12 km/h non-stop), I looked around to see if there was any other option(s)…(just anything) until I came across MuscleHack.com.
At first I was a little reluctant, then after days of research (on Atkin’s diet and the mechanics of insulin) I decided 2 weeks is worth a try.
I heard some people take weeks to get used to it, but fortunately I was blessed as it only took a few days to notice the difference. Exercising became so much fun because I started to see definition on my body!
Yes! Something I never expected to see in the year 2008.
After 6weeks I lost 6 kilos / 13.2 lbs (and still losing) and I feel good looking in the mirror.
I eat what I want once a week so there’s no frustration (well, the frustration dies out eventually).
I recommend the site to all my friends who say “What are you on?” because I really couldn’t have done it without Musclehack.com and MANS diet!
Thanks Mark!!”

Jason Cremins Cambridge, UK (from signagelive.com)

“Mark, love your blog. Have dropped 4 stone (56 pounds!) from 17 to 13 stone whilst building muscle“

Owen. Derby, UK

“Hi, Mark.
I’ve been following the workout plan for about three months and I’m seeing
changes I’ve never had before – I’ve gained about half a stone [7 lbs] of muscle (AT
LAST!!!)…Thanks again, by the way – I’ve always had really scrawny arms and no pecs -
I’m finally filling out!!!
Owen”

Spas. Sofia, Bulgaria

“Thanks to this program (THT training), given to me by my personal trainer, I have managed
to accomplish what I always wanted – to be healthy, strong and most importantly
– to feel great and in shape. I managed to lose only 5 kg, but the amount of
muscle mass I gained made my body look completely different. Doctors had
explicitly forbidden me to train with weights. Nevertheless I managed to safely
achieve excellent results. This fact speaks in and of itself for the quality of
this system. Naturally, when something makes you feel excellent, you want more
and more of it. That is why I intend to continue training in this manner because
it is the best one for me.”

Leo. Australia

“Congratulations Mark – best no-bullshit Bodybuilding site online. I’ve been looking for this info in a condensed form for years.”

Stephen. New York, USA

“I just cannot believe it, Mark, I have never liked fat much, as a kid always
avoid ALL fats…. I have done this [MuscleHack Anabolic Nutritional Strategy] strictly for the last two weeks and not only have a lost fat, but gained muscle with MINIMAL exercise. I feel stronger, I feel healthier, my blood pressure and blood sugar are more consistent. I no longer get water retention. This is just outstanding. I am transforming like never before.”

Joe (no location provided)

“I just wanted to send a message thanking you for all your time that you have put into this site. It is such a great source for ACCURATE information. I have an ectomorph body and too long have I listened to friends that work out and seem to easily get results. I’m a hard gainer and no information from the gyms or friends have every really helped me. I would get discouraged and quit. I’ve been using your workout plan and diet for 2 weeks using an incline bench and dumbbells at home and I’ve gotten better results in that time period then I had from months at a gym. So thank you SOO much and keep up the great work.”

Piotr – Krakow

“Ive been following your diet for a few weeks now. Amazing results:I lost all
the fat accumulated over the last year and have seen increased muscle growth.
Many thanks for this.”

Rich (by comment)

“Mark! thank you! i used to be able to do one or two pull ups struggling… i started this workout maybe a month and a half ago and i just jumped on my bar a minute ago and on my first one i went up so easliy i hit my head on the ceiling and cranked out 15 no problem…. this workout works, hands down. The best one i have ever used. I am noticing amazing results, along with a great cardio plan i have my stomach is losing its padding and becoming cut and by the end of the summer i am going to be in the shape i have always wanted but never knew how to achieve… thank you so much! you’re free plan is changing my life for the better, my ego is up, my body is healthy, and my outlook is bright. THANKS!!”

Mauricio. Manaus, Brazil

“Thank you very very very much.
Today is friday of my first week with this program and i did not do everything correct, but i just can feel the results, fucking crazy man. Now i will do my best with this diet and i am so anxious to view the complete result !
I am telling to all my friends !!! Do it ! Just try ! Forget about all the old concepts !
Thanks Mark
You are the best, I found my way !”

Dorian – Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

“Hi Mark! First of all I want to thank you for all your work you’ve put into your great
blog!
I’m following M.A.N.S. quite strictly for 2 weeks now and I’m already noticing
some muscle growth. Furthermore other people around me notice huge muscle growth
in me and that in a way makes me proud of my hard work. Thanks for that!”

TeeJay (comment)

“If you would’ve caught me back in high school, I’d be the guy in the gym that’s just playin around, i was never ever serious about working out. I’m 23 now, and joined the Air Force a couple of years ago and i decided it was time to start something and make myself look good and healthier. So I have been going strong on this plan for about 2.5-3 months strong. I think I was around 170-175lbs when i started, i weighed myself last night and i was sitting at a cool 188lbs.…Everyone i see is always giving me good compliments…I was sort of skeptical about the whole not being in the gym for hours on end and still getting good results. A lot of people were looking at me sideways when i was going into the gym and getting my sets in, and i’d be out before an hour was up. i think it’s pretty safe to say they’re not saying it anymore, lol!”

Chris, UK (comment)

“Hi Mark,

I’ve been following your plan for the past 4-5 weeks and I’m really pleased with the progress I’ve made. For the first time I’m starting to see real gains, particularly on my shoulders and biceps.

I was sceptical at first as I’ve used most of the above exercises at one time or another with no results but after reading your advice and the responses of other posters I decided to commit to this programme….your message of making every rep count has really hit home. I’m doing less sets and less reps (and getting out of the gym quicker!) but concentrating on my form and progressively overloading my muscles. Previously I’d rush to get sets done, sacrificing my form and using weights that didn’t challenge my muscles because I knew I had so many sets to do. Now I work really hard to make every rep matter…

Thanks for all your help!”

Matt of Draconis Vineyards

“Thanks for access to your ebook – just wanted to let you know that I’ve been following your plans (MANS) and the results have been impressive. dropped about 25lb, down to 12% body fat and can see my abs. Go figure. Sending my wife over to read it.”

Wagner7123 – Member from my Bodybuilding Forum

“I’ve already had great results from the information on the website – 6% body fat loss and 7 lbs of lean mass added in 4 weeks.”

Leo, Christchurch, New Zealand

“Great work Mark, this site is like an oasis in the desert haha – it’s extremely rare to find real, genuine information like this on the net. And as for your 5 day workout routine, I’ve had more gains in the last month than 14 months of gym with a trainer! (I’ve only got 2 dumbbells and a flat bench to boot!) Cheers for the inspiration mate”

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