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 enlarge | Manufacturer: Rodale Press
Category: EBooks
List Price: $24.50
Buy New: $9.99
You Save: $14.51 (59%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  85 reviews
Sales Rank: 1376
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 364
Dewey Decimal Number: 613.71
ASIN: B000SEKDJ6
Publication Date: October 17, 2003
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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 Authoritative indeed! April 30, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Out of all the work out books/magazines I've read, I must say, I was quite impressed with how detailed this book was. Not only does it give you a well thought out work out plan that caters to different types of people, it also explains the science behind working out and the body which is crucial to becoming successful and muscular. The only thing I disliked was the rather anemic section on what to eat. I wish there were more sample meal plans. Other then that, the book is perfect.
Good Advice; Solid Results March 24, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is the first strength training book that I've purchased, and made the decision to get this book based on Ian King's reputation and other customers' feedback. I have had this book for a few months now, and found it surprisingly readable and effective. Not only is there detailed pictures of each exercise in the workouts, but the text at the beginning explains why you do what you do, and why you can expect to see different results in each stage (e.g., neural adaptation vs. muscle hypertrophy). I am just getting into weight lifting, but am about 6 weeks into the Beginning Program (each program lasts 6 months: Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced), and have gained almost 10 lbs. of muscle in that period. I am sore, no doubt, but have not seen other articles / books that contradict the sound advise given in this book. You will not regret having this book in your library!
Beautiful book March 10, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Nicely done and well put together. Not a book to take around to the gym though as it is more of a coffee talble book.
 Very pretty but basic book February 19, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book is a great basic book that covers it in a very attractive package. If you're a bit past that then then book will start to be less useful as you gain knowledge. Good for someone with less than a year's experience in the gym.
Probably one of the Best Books on the Subject January 28, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I won't proclaim to be an expert body builder. In fact, I'm far from the the sorts. I'm simply a guy who works out very regularly and is trying to understand more about the science / art of it all. Honestly, I've learned more in the first six chapters of this book than I with any other source thus far. These first chapters focus almost exclusively on the theory and science of muscel building. What role does protein play? Which harmons promote muscle growth? Etc... The next chapters dive into which excercises target specific muscles, but more importantly - WHY. Finally, this book provides Ian King workouts for beginners, moderate, and advanced trainers. I think the person who would benefit the most from this book is someone like me who cares why an exercise is "effective" not just someone looking for military orders.
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