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A Practical Approach to Strength Training
This book describes in detail how to do nearly 100 different exercises with free weights, machines and manual resistance with instructional photographs included. This 4th edition is a much needed update of the classic book that was a widely used resource in the fitness industry. Many of the chapters have been overhauled with the latest information on strength and fitness; new chapters have been added including chapters on aerobic training, metabolic training, flexibility training, power training, weight management and several on nutrition. Also of note is that 2014 will mark the 25th anniversary of the books publication.
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336 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1990
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March 9, 2017
25 years ago I did 3-4 sets per exercise, doing split routines, spending 2 hours per day, 4-6 days a week training. Was I strong ? Yes but I had no life, suffered muscle injuries every 2-3 months. I stopped lifting for 15 years.
I came across this manual 10 years ago, read it, tried the approach for a year. It is the best, simplest, safest and efficient strength training philosophy. I have *never* had an injury while using this system. I *have* been pushed to exhaustion, had aches from muscles worked to the limit and made excellent gains, while spending no more than 3 hours a week training. You read it correctly: 3 x 1 hours sessions a week.
Don't believe me? Try it. No powders, juice, gimmicks or odd equipment.
You need to show up and have willpower. That's it.
I came across this manual 10 years ago, read it, tried the approach for a year. It is the best, simplest, safest and efficient strength training philosophy. I have *never* had an injury while using this system. I *have* been pushed to exhaustion, had aches from muscles worked to the limit and made excellent gains, while spending no more than 3 hours a week training. You read it correctly: 3 x 1 hours sessions a week.
Don't believe me? Try it. No powders, juice, gimmicks or odd equipment.
You need to show up and have willpower. That's it.
February 28, 2016
This is a technical book written primarily for strength training instructors but still accessible to the lay person. Every claim is supported by academic research, with competing views discussed and evaluated. I have found it very helpful in supporting my own efforts with strength training. I recommend it to anyone interested in the subject.
April 19, 2009
Great book!!!!
December 25, 2011
When I was still lifting weights, this book was one of my favorites. Zero nonsense.
July 6, 2016
Has a lot of different opinions that can help you find out what you should be doing if you don't know already. And you should know already.
August 14, 2015
Based on studies and not Bro Science
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