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Strength Training Bible for Men

The Complete Guide to Lifting Weights for Power, Strength & Performance

Author William Smith, David Kirschen
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Hatherleigh Books | Hatherleigh Press
8"W x 10"H x 0.48"D   | 20 oz | 18 per carton
On sale Sep 29, 2015 | 288 Pages | 9781578265527
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The coaching you need to build strength, maximum muscle growth and power.

Experts agree the fastest and most effective way to build strength and increase muscle mass is to lift weights. Written by top strength training professionals, Strength Training Bible is the comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to mastering the basics of weight lifting and barbell training.

Divided by fitness levels, Strength Training Bible shows you how to craft powerful workouts that are tailored to your unique goals. Designed to minimize risk and maximize results, the Strength Training Bible program combines the best elements of strength training and weight lifting in a program you can do at home or in the gym.
 
With the Strength Training Bible program you will:
- Build muscle and definition
- Increase endurance and energy
- Achieve perfect form with detailed, step-by-step exercise instructions
- Turn your home work space or garage into a fully functional weight room
- Reach long-time fitness goals and maintain definition year-round
- Get the body you’ve always wanted—in record time!
 
Stop looking for the “perfect program” and start working towards your goals with an exercise regimen created to help you reach the next level in physical fitness. It’s time to take the first step towards your physical peak with Strength Training Bible!

Guided instructional videos, community, and expert support for this book available at GetFitNow.com and on Facebook at GetFitNowdotcom.
© (c) Hatherleigh Press, Ltd.
William Smith, MS,NSCA-CSCS, MEPD, completed his B.S. in exercise science at Western Michigan University followed by a master’s degree at St. John's University. While at St. John's Will was the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning. In addition to his many years working in fitness, Will is a published author of 7 books, with 5 new books scheduled for publication in 2015-2016.  Will has been featured on NBC, Canyon Ranch and the World Spinning Conference. Will is currently works for New Jersey’s #1 Rated hospital implementing and supporting Employer-Based medical and wellness initiatives for companies of all sizes and industry. View titles by William Smith
David Kirschen is the Director of Personal Training and Strength Coach at New York's EVF Performance gyms. He has 15+ years of personal training, coaching, education, and club management experience at Asphalt Green, Equinox, Cando Fitness, and American Leisure. David earned a BS in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland, and is a respected presenter and coach for a number of professional training seminars along the East Coast, including elitefts.com's Learn to Train series. He is an active professional powerlifter and recently earned the runner-up spot at the XPC Championships at the 2013 Arnold Classic. View titles by David Kirschen
Introduction
1. About the Experts
2. Why Be Strong?
- Strength Training versus Bodybuilding
3. Strength Training Terminology
4. Programming Basics
5. The Truth about Strength Training
6. Basic Muscular Anatomy
7. Equipment and Gear
8. Warming Up
9. The Exercises
10. The Programs
- Introductory Cycle
- Beginner Cycle
- Intermediate Cycle
- Advanced Cycle
11. Creating Your Own Program
12. Injury Prevention and Maintenance
- The Mobility Myth
- Injury Prevention Exercises by Body Area
- Injury Prevention Workouts
Index of Exercises

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The coaching you need to build strength, maximum muscle growth and power.

Experts agree the fastest and most effective way to build strength and increase muscle mass is to lift weights. Written by top strength training professionals, Strength Training Bible is the comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to mastering the basics of weight lifting and barbell training.

Divided by fitness levels, Strength Training Bible shows you how to craft powerful workouts that are tailored to your unique goals. Designed to minimize risk and maximize results, the Strength Training Bible program combines the best elements of strength training and weight lifting in a program you can do at home or in the gym.
 
With the Strength Training Bible program you will:
- Build muscle and definition
- Increase endurance and energy
- Achieve perfect form with detailed, step-by-step exercise instructions
- Turn your home work space or garage into a fully functional weight room
- Reach long-time fitness goals and maintain definition year-round
- Get the body you’ve always wanted—in record time!
 
Stop looking for the “perfect program” and start working towards your goals with an exercise regimen created to help you reach the next level in physical fitness. It’s time to take the first step towards your physical peak with Strength Training Bible!

Guided instructional videos, community, and expert support for this book available at GetFitNow.com and on Facebook at GetFitNowdotcom.

Author

© (c) Hatherleigh Press, Ltd.
William Smith, MS,NSCA-CSCS, MEPD, completed his B.S. in exercise science at Western Michigan University followed by a master’s degree at St. John's University. While at St. John's Will was the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning. In addition to his many years working in fitness, Will is a published author of 7 books, with 5 new books scheduled for publication in 2015-2016.  Will has been featured on NBC, Canyon Ranch and the World Spinning Conference. Will is currently works for New Jersey’s #1 Rated hospital implementing and supporting Employer-Based medical and wellness initiatives for companies of all sizes and industry. View titles by William Smith
David Kirschen is the Director of Personal Training and Strength Coach at New York's EVF Performance gyms. He has 15+ years of personal training, coaching, education, and club management experience at Asphalt Green, Equinox, Cando Fitness, and American Leisure. David earned a BS in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland, and is a respected presenter and coach for a number of professional training seminars along the East Coast, including elitefts.com's Learn to Train series. He is an active professional powerlifter and recently earned the runner-up spot at the XPC Championships at the 2013 Arnold Classic. View titles by David Kirschen

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. About the Experts
2. Why Be Strong?
- Strength Training versus Bodybuilding
3. Strength Training Terminology
4. Programming Basics
5. The Truth about Strength Training
6. Basic Muscular Anatomy
7. Equipment and Gear
8. Warming Up
9. The Exercises
10. The Programs
- Introductory Cycle
- Beginner Cycle
- Intermediate Cycle
- Advanced Cycle
11. Creating Your Own Program
12. Injury Prevention and Maintenance
- The Mobility Myth
- Injury Prevention Exercises by Body Area
- Injury Prevention Workouts
Index of Exercises

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