6 Weeks to 6-Pack Abs by Dr. Bradley Evsich (Palmetto Publishing Group)

This book is perfect for anyone that is looking for a simple, yet comprehensive program to both strengthen their core and gain definition. The opening of the book does a great job of explaining the anatomy in a succinct manner that anyone can understand. The explanation of the progression lets the reader have an understanding as to why the program is set up the way it is. This is a refreshing reprieve from most other programs that I have encountered in the past that simply lay out a workout and ask you to blindly follow it without a clear explanation of why you are doing it. The explanations and photos of the exercises in the book make it very easy for even casual fitness enthusiasts to understand how the exercises are supposed to be performed and how to progress with the exercises as you build up strength in your core. 

The final chapter of the book may have been my favorite part of the book. Instead of adding somewhere in the fine print that results can only be expected if you are willing to follow an appropriate nutritional plan in order to be lean enough to see the progress in your core, the author of this book actually dedicates a whole to chapter saying this! Not only that, he gives you his personal email address at which to reach him if you would like his personal help in reaching your own fitness goals. Having just purchased the book, I have not yet had the chance to implement this program into my fitness routine, but I plan to do so immediately! Kudos to the author, and if you are looking to find a simple and complete abdominal program at a great price, then look no further!