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Book Reviews~ Pretty please add yours??

HI Dear Friends~ Could you please help me out by adding some customer reviews for my 2 books on AMAZON.com?

Thanks in advance!!!  YOU ROCK!!

just click the following links:

#1- Please Review “Hormonal Timing”

#2- Please Review “After Baby ABS!”


FYI- if you are curious here are some previous reviews on “Hormonal Timing”:

5.0 out of 5 stars LIKE NOTHING ELSE OUT THERE, July 18, 2009

Michelle is right on the money with her philosophy!! The HT book is easy to read & filled with all the information you need to transform yourself

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally – something that makes sense!, September 19, 2008
By Kim C. Putiyon (Colorado)

It’s about time that there’s a book that looks at the uniqueness of women’s bodies and works with them. The book is an easy read and makes so much sense. I was able to implement everything Michelle suggested and was so delighted to find immediate success. If you are looking for a way to lose weight, gain muscle and become a BuffMother, this is the book for you!

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what women need!, September 19, 2008
By D. Divino (Colorado)

Michelle Berger hit the nail on the head with this one. Her philosophy for women’s fitness is unlike anything else I’ve experienced. I’ve read a million books on building the woman’s body, but this actually WORKED! I’ve had 3 children, including twins. My body couldn’t get any worse so I applied Michelle’s plan. Within 6 weeks of applying her *prescription* I had made a VERY noticeable change in my body AND in my mind. I am continuing down this road and see VERY good things for my future in fitness!

5.0 out of 5 stars Don’t wait Ladies…Get his book NOW!!, March 31, 2008
By Julie Laughery(Califonia)

I’ve been part of Michelle’s BUFFMOTHER Rally Room for over two years now. It’s a place with an amazing positive force. I have applied much of what Michelle teaches into my workouts over the years and have seen some Great Results and I’m currently training with her personally and can’t wait to see how I can change even more!! I knew she was writing her book over the years and couldn’t wait for it to come out.
When it did, I was so impressed by the book that I bought 5 more as gifts for my daughters and girlfriends. To be able to understand and work with your hormones is SO valuable!! She has a way of writing that really helps you to understand the cycle and the reasons we feel the way we do at certain times of the month and then how to work with those times in our eating and workouts. Why not work WITH your Hormomes instead of Against them!! Also in the book she shares information to her Rallyroom, her supplements and how you can Build a Better Legacy for yourelf.

5.0 out of 5 stars Start leaving a legacy now!, January 22, 2008
By Buff inCO -

Everything a woman needs to know about how to achieve a beautiful, buff body before and after babies! Packed full of information for women and how to understand and overcome self sabotage.

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely amazing!!, January 5, 2008
By Jessie Ano “Jessie” (Ewa beach, HI)

I’ve had the opportunity to work with Michelle and she is absolutely amazing. The information you will find here in her book is priceless!! I highly recommend this book to women who are interested in getting in shape and staying in shape!

5.0 out of 5 stars It’s about time!, January 5, 2008
By awarm33 “awarm33″ (Michigan)

Easy read, fantastic information, revolutionary concept! Michelle hits it out of the park–It’s about time someone developed a concept that works WITH a woman’s body. I can’t wait to let my inner BUFFMOTHER out!!

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED IT!!!, December 21, 2007
By J. Silverthorn (Califonia)

I have had the opportunity of training with Michelle in the past, and was amazed at my results!! This book is invaluable to women everywhere, as it contains ALL of the information she gives to her personal training clients (for $1200), yet it’s in the palm of your hand.
I would definitely recommend it to anyone out there who is ready and willing to challenge themselves in order to see the person inside of them they’ve always known was there, yet haven’t seen in a while or never had the opportunity to let shine through. Her results speak for themselves!!! 13 months after giving birth to her 3rd and 4th child (twins by c-section) she was in incredible shape. This book is a MUST READ!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Eurkea!!, December 19, 2007
By Dayle Stevens “Dayle” (Twin Falls, ID)

Empower yourself with this book! What a refreshing concept…a book written by a woman for women!! Michelle has experienced all the things women do including motherhood! We must recognize that women are wired differently and this book teaches you how to embrace it and love it rather than fighting it! Use your personal attributes to your advantage! Get this book and put the easy to understand principles into action to create YOUR best self from the inside out!! Make sure to visit her website and join the Rally Room…be a part of THE best group of supportive women during your journey!

5.0 out of 5 stars Hormonal Timing shrank my hips, December 18, 2007

I’ve had the pleasure of training under Michelle and being part of the research for her book. Thanks to Hormonal Timing, but hips went from 42 to 36.5. I am your classic pear so for me this is awesome. My normally puny upper half is now strong and buff and I am symetrical thanks to her program and the thing is my weight pretty much went down by only 8 pounds but my body fat went from 22% to 14%. I highly recommend this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Ding****, December 18, 2007

The lightbuld does go off with this book. It makes TOTAL sense. As a woman and feminist, I totally know that women have amazingly fascinating bodies and Michelle does a wonderful job at breaking it all down. It makes total sense!!!! This book offers a fool proof way to be clued into your body and revolutionize women’s fitness.

5.0 out of 5 stars aaaha Moment!, December 18, 2007
By E. Zanella (Baton Rouge, LA)

I received my book on Saturday and I finished reading it by Sunday. This book totally breaks it down and puts it in simple terms why the female body works the way it does. Why work against myself when applying Hormonal Timing makes everything that much more easy and effective. It’s a book about gaining the best body you can have and being healthy and in tune with yourself mentally and physically. After years of dieting and exercising finally a book and a lifestyle that makes sense and gets results. Thank you, thank you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you’ve been missing!, December 18, 2007
By Leslie Unterburger (Dallas, Texas)

This book has everything you’ve been missing in order to suceed in your fitness quest! It will teach you how to use the power of your hormones to get the best results out of your health and fitness program. The book oozes inspiration and is totally motivating. I love Michelle’s instruction on positive affirmations and planting “energy seeds”. It’s a must buy if you’ve been struggling with fitness..hit a plateau..or just feel like its hopeless that you can reach your goals! It’s worth it’s weight in gold!

5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST BOOK YOU WILL EVER READ!!!, December 18, 2007

I received Michelle’s book yesterday and I could not put it down. It all makes so much sense, my hormones have played such a huge role in my fitness quest. I love the easy to read layout and the beautiful inspirational pictures. A MUST READ!!!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery Solved! , December 18, 2007
By Tritiatri “Tia” (Ray, MI United States)

All this time I have been working against myself in trying to achieve optimum fitness. This book is giving me so much insight to how my hormones affect my results. I spent so much time spinning my wheels and getting nowhere fast. If ever you feel like you are doing everything right but getting no real change…BUY THIS BOOK and it will all make sense. Happy Reading!! Yours in Health…

5.0 out of 5 stars What You’ve Been Missing!, December 18, 2007
By Crystabel -

The information in Michelle’s book is GOLD. After reading it you will wish you had known how to work with your cycle instead of against it all of those past years. Knowledge is a key ingredient to reaching your fitness goals and Hormonal Timing will help you get there!

5.0 out of 5 stars Gotta do it! , December 18, 2007
By J. Rapoza (California)

What a great book! Totally changed the way I work out and helped me to understand why my body works the way it does. Every woman should read this book!

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING CONCEPT!, December 18, 2007
By Book reader (Woodbridge, VA United States)

Hormonal Timing was a fantastic read jam-packed with great info, tips and inspiration. I learned so much about my body and why it “works” the way it does. The bright colors and font was also a nice refreshing change to the old standby books. Worth it’s weight in gold!

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!, December 17, 2007

Great book. Fun to read and what a wonderful concept. The fact that so many women have found success proves it’s the truth. Great job!

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Favorite body part to work: Chest

Ideal vacation: Tropical paradise

Least favorite food: soy cheese

Ideal Man: Athletic, Smart and Funny

Relationship Status: Married

Personality: I am very outgoing, driven and friendly

Things I hate: Cleaning and stuff the smells

Things I love: Jesus Christ, my family, my friends and fitness

Favorite animals: my 4 little kids :)

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite movie: Legends of the Fall

Favorite shoes: Nike R-4 running shox

Workout wear: Short shorts and a tank

Favorite Spots Team: Vikings or any UFC fight

Favorite thing to do: Play

Favorite diet food: Asparagus

Favorite music: I like popular rock music, some of my current favorites are Pink, Rhianna, Lady GaGa, All-American Rejects,Killers and Allison Krause

Turn-ons: Nice Butts

Car I drive: Mini van

Favorite Dessert:  Cheesecake

Favorite Cardio Work out, why: Running Intervals, it is fast and very effective

Favorite Cardio Equipment, why: Elliptical, non impact but very effective

Favorite exercise equipment, why: Smith Machine, I love doing lunges and butt exercises on it and you can do your entire body with this one machine.

Favorite Exercise, why: Bench Press, because it was the first lift I really ever did and I have continually improved at it over the years.  Plus bench helps give my entire upper body stay beautiful.

Favorite Book: “Hormonal Timing” by MICHELLE BERGER (me!)

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Customer Service FAQ

Customer Service F.A.Q.

On Hormonal Timing:

Question:

I don’t have a period, will hormonal timing work for me?

Answer:

YES, If you have ovaries you have a hormonal cycle

If you are on birth control pills or other forms of birth control hormones you will still have a cycle hormones…make sure to chart your symptoms.  The added benefit of knowing how your body responds to that particular type of birth control may come in handy at your next doctor visit.  If you take the pill, I would recommend opting to take the traditional 28 day cycle of pills which contain a week of “inactive” placebo pills to allow for monthly bleeding (your period).  Also if you have the option of being “natural” go for it, I feel it is most often the “optimal” choice.

If you have a hysterectomy and still have your ovaries, you will still have a cycle. And, if you are going through menopause or you’re post-menopausal you still have a cycle ….make sure to chart.  Just because you don’t bleed monthly does not mean you are not having cyclical hormone fluctuations.  It is crucial that you CHART your weight, bloat, mood, focus, stress, energy, pain, hunger, strength, sleep, libido and other symptoms so that you can see how your cycle still affects you.  Within a few weeks of charting you will see how your hormones still affect your body.  Once you “see” your cycle you will be able to determine your buffing and boosting phases.  During your body’s natural buffing phase you will feel more in control of you food intake, have more energy, enjoy better sleep, and see the scale as your friend.  In contrast during your natural boosting phase you may feel more hunger, less focused, more tired and struggle with water weight.

Follow these steps to determine your buffing and boosting phases when you are without a period.

Follow our HT rule “when in doubt BUFF!”.  So if you don’t know where to start, start with a 2 week buffing phase.

Start charting your hormones immediately- Since you won’t know what cycle day you are on in your month simply start by using calendar dates instead of c-days on your charting form (Appendix A of my book) or a normal calendar to chart your symptoms.  Soon from your symptoms,  you will clearly see the cycle of your hormones from low to high.

Once you identify a START of a new hormonal pattern in your body, switch to start a NEW 2 week phase of either Buffing or Boosting.

As you move along through these first couple months of charting you may have to adjust your phases just a bit more and that’s OKAY…you will soon learn your body and be able to benefit from training in SYNC with your body and feel at peace knowing you are working WITH your body vs. fighting with it!

Question:

I don’t know where I am in my cycle what should I do?

Answer:

Start with a 2 week buffing phase, followed by 2 weeks of boosting…then adjust as you figure out your cycle “ When in doubt, BUFF!”

Question:

I’m confused- when am I buffing and when am I boosting?

Answer:

My books will detail how to track your cycle and have a good knowledge base about how the buffing and boosting phases work, it’s time to make your plan of attack to Apply HT to your personal fitness and diet program:

I’ve created this helpful tool:

http://www.buffmothertraining.com/buffingboosting-calendar.html

On this chart you see the Buffing days in PINK and Boosting days in PURPLE

If you have an average 28-day monthly cycle, your Buffing and Boosting phases will each be exactly 2 weeks.   The Buffing Phase runs from c-day 5 through c-day 18. The Boosing phase runs from c-day 19 through the end of your cycle, roughly c-day 28 and then continues on from c-day 1 to c-day 4.   On a chart like this or on a normal calendar, you need to note in the day of the week and date that corresponds to your personal cycle like I have shown in this example:

*RULE*

When in doubt BUFF (i.e. add days to your buffing phase)

  • If you Don’t have a period, start with a Buffing phase and be staunch about charting your symptoms.  You will soon see your cycle from your symptoms and then be able to your Buffing and Boosting phases to it( see page 35). Once identified stick to 2 weeks of buffing followed 2 weeks of boosting, followed by 2 weeks of buffing, etc..

On Books:

Question: I can’t wait to get your books. About how long does shipping take?

Answer:

It takes up to a week for us to process orders after that shipping takes 2-3 days (within the USA).  We ship everything via USPS priority mail.


Question: How did you get your abs and stomach to look that way especially after a c-section/ Where is your c-section scar?

Answer:

All my Secrets are in my ABS book; My scar is all too real and is hidden under my bikini.


Question:

Can I buy the books without the supplements? Where? How?

Answer:
Yes, all items are available individually.  Please visit www.buffmother.com/store

and you can also get the books alone on amazon.com.

Question:

I just ordered your hormonal timing book today…and I noticed on today’s blog that if I order today, I will also get a copy of after baby abs…is this true? If so, thank you!

Answer:

YES!

Question:

Does the hormonal timing book work in conjunction with using birth control pills?

Answer:

Yes, for normal 28 day pill packs, start buffing when you start your new pill pack, then start buffing in conjunction with the first day of your 3rd week of pills (day 15 on your pill pack) and continue to boost through your week of placebo pills.

To enhance your results I would highly recommend taking the buffing and boosting pills along with your buffing and boosting phases.

Question:

What are the ingredients of the pills?

Answer:

The ingredient lables are here:

http://blog.buffmother.com/store/free-trial/

Question:

Exactly what are the pills for?

Answer:

The pills are made to enhance your body’s response to your Buffing and Boosting phases.  The HT Pills are made to help your body produces it’s hormones the way nature intended along with helping you through your monthly hormonal fluctuations with a few extra ingredients.  For instance the buffing pill contains extra amino acids to help you retain the muscle while you are losing weight.  And the boosting pill has an appetitie suppressant in it that will help you control your food intake during PMS.

Question:

Can I take the HT Pills while on Birth control?

Answer:

Yes!  They are all natural  and will not interact negatively with your birth control pills.

Question:

Can I take the HT Pills while pregnant?

Answer:

Please check with your doctor.


Question:

Is it safe for my teenage to take the HT Pills?

Answer:

Yes, just be aware that every once in a while people are sensitive to certain nutrients (like vit e, niacin and chromium) found in the pills.  Since she most likely has not taken many supplements in the past keep an eye out for any possible sensitivities.

Question:

I am interested in your HT Pill. Currently I take Vitamines C, B6, Cal-Mag, Chromium, Womans Vitamin and Flax Seed each day. Would this replace all these??? If not, which ones would I have to continue taking? Thank you, Violet Balzer 86 Trussler Road Kitchener, Ontario, Canada N2G 3W7 P – 519-741-1383

Answer:

Hi Violet,

Thanks for your note.

The Hormonal Timing Pill works in conjunction with your natural hormonal cycle and with my training program’s Buffing and Boosting phases.  The HT Pills would replace your current B-6, Chromium and magnesium supplements.  PLUS they would give you additional nutrients and support what is going on in your body at that time of the month.

Please let me know if you have anymore questions,

Thanks!!

Michelle Berger, aka BuffMother!

Question:

From: Pam

Michelle, I was looking into the HT pill and was wandering on the 60 day supply do you get both the buffing and the boosting? Also do you have a brand name of supplements that you recommend some brands have alot of fillers is liquid cal. better than pill? Sorry so many questions. thank you Pam

Answer:

Hi Pam,

Thanks for your note~

For the 60 day supply of the HT Pill you get both the buffing and boosting pills.  I

As for a “brand” of supplement, I don’t have a general recommendation.  It depends greatly on what vitamins you are talking about.  For Calcium, there are so many choices…liquid is a great one since you KNOW it will be absorbed, but there are many great pills on the market also.  Personally I take a one a day calcium supplement called EZ Cal or Tums.

Hope that helps a bit,

Michelle Berger, aka BuffMother!

Question:

Message:

Your website says it’s never too late, and I believe that, but do you know of any organized group for women over 50 that are just getting started? There’s a difference in hormonal changes and menopause. I would like to find women my age battling over 50 challenges. Thank you for the articles; they have been inspiring. Rebecca

Answer:

HI Rebecca,

Thanks for your sweet note.  You are right it is never to late to improve your health and quality of life!

I actually have several women your age in my Team BuffMother Rally Room AND my training system Hormonal Timing still works regardless of your age, because even though you are past menopause you still have a cycle of hormones each month!

If you are set on looking for away from www.BuffMother.com for another site, I’d suggest checking out www.GrayIronFitness.com

Thanks!

Michelle Berger, aka BuffMother!

Question:

Hi, I recently received your book and have started reading and following it. (I’m the customer in South Korea). Your book and website mention the hormonal timing pill, and I think it would be a good thing. But I have some inquiries about it. I’m really inclined to buy the Pill, because taking 1 pill with everything I need sounds fantastic. Currently I order many variety of things for a lot of money from bodybuilding.com. So not only, would ordering the Pill be convienient, it would probably allow me to cut out the other individual things I’m taking, and save me money. But the one problem I’m having, is I don’t want to buy it without know what the ingredients are. And I know that you probably don’t want to reveal it on your website and in your book, so its not easily copied. However, I have a thyroid problem, and am currently on medication for this. And would really want to know what the ingredients are in your Pill. Just so that I can cross reference with my doctor, and make sure there will be no complications. So if you could please let me know what you are putting in your Pills, it would be greatly appreciated. A customer and motivated fan, Dianna

Answer:

HI Dianna!

Fun to hear you are using Hormonal Timing!!  I am actually sending out your After Baby Abs bonus book today!

I’ve placed the nutritional labels of the HT Pill supplements here:http://blog.buffmother.com/store/free-trial/

so that you can see the ingredients.

Thanks so much for your note and excitement…

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Your friend,

Michelle Berger, aka BuffMother!

Question:

When WILL your training package be available??

Answer:

The Customize Training programs will be available in April 2009, please check back at  www.buffmother.com frequently for more details.  However we do offer many training options via our Video Coaching program.  More details on that are here

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    40 days to Fit! Day 31~ Do you live near OMAHA, NE??

    Do you live near OMAHA, NE??  If so PLEASE come see me!! I’ll be at the Legacy Center, Complete Nutrition Store in Omaha on Sept. 26 and then putting on a SEMINAR on the 27th!! I’d love to meet you!!

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    MY BOOK!! A GREAT GIFT IDEA!!!

    HI dear Friends~I am so excited to offer my book for sale!!

    Hormonal Timing by BuffMother: Female Fitness Evolved!

    is now AVAILABLE!! Purchase now and I’ll give you my next book…. After Baby ABS by BuffMother!(a $19.95 value) FOR FREE!!!

    See what others are saying about it HERE 


    The books are set to ship just in time for the Holiday!!!

    –THANKS!!!


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    Are you also looking for other gift Ideas??

    Checkout some of the other items we offer at the www.BuffMother.com Store OR

    What about a Gift Certificate good on BuffMother! products?

    www.BuffMother.com offers great gifts for all women: books, online training, the support of the Rally Room, shirts and soon the Hormonal Timing PILL (supplements).

    Also I offer even more fun products in my Cafe Press Store (however the gift cert. won’t work there)

    http://www.cafepress.com/buffmother

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