Product Description

From elite bodybuilding competitors to gymnasts, from golfers to fitness gurus, anyone who works out with weights must own this book -- a book that only Arnold Schwarzenegger could write, a book that has earned its reputation as "the bible of bodybuilding." Inside, Arnold covers the very latest advances in both weight training and bodybuilding competition, with new sections on diet and nutrition, sports psychology, the treatment and prevention of injuries, and methods of training, each illustrated with detailed photos of some of bodybuilding's newest stars. Plus, all the features that have made this book a classic are here: Arnold's tried-and-true tips for sculpting, strengthening, and defining each and every muscle to create the ultimate buff physique The most effective methods of strength training to stilt your needs, whether you're an amateur athlete or a pro bodybuilder preparing for a competition Comprehensive information on health, nutrition, and dietary supplements to help you build muscle, lose fat, and maintain optimum energy Expert advice on the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries Strategies and tactics for competitive bodybuilders from selecting poses to handling publicity The fascinating history and growth of' bodybuilding as a sport, with a photographic "Bodybuilding Hall of Fame" And, of course, Arnold's individual brand of inspiration and motivation throughout Covering every level of expertise and experience, "The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding" will help you achieve your personal best. With his unique perspective as a seven-time winner of the Mr. Olympia title and all international filmstar, Arnold shares his secrets to dedication, training, and commitment, and shows you how to take control of your body and realize your own potential for greatness.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #55376 in Books
• Published on: 1999-11-29
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 800 pages

Customer Reviews

If the info inside doesn't make you bigger, just start lifting the book.
This book is exactly what it says it is- an encyclopedia. It is divided into no less than five "books." Measuring in at about one and a half inches thick, if the info contained inside doesn't help you get bigger, just try lifting the book!

A quick rundown of each chapter. The first book is basically an introduction to bodybuilding, covering a lot of miscellaneous, but important topics. The second book covers the training programs, the third the body part exercises, and the fourth book competing. The fifth and last book covers nutrition and diets.

As you can tell, there's really only one word to describe this book- comprehensive. Would have liked to see a little more on injuries, for example there only about a half page on shoulder injuries, but then again this isn't exactly a sports medicine book either. Weightlifters who have a shoulder problem or rotator cuff tear might also want to take a look at Treat Your Own Rotator Cuff.

An excellent update of the best bodybuilding book ever.
This book is a must-have for owners of the original as well as first time buyers. Arnold has improved and updated all of the book's original sections. He has included a multitude of new photos of older and current bodybuilders. The encyclopedia is a comprehensive education on all aspects of the sport. It retells the sport's history and introduces the reader to the top bodybuilders of all time. Arnold breaks down all the necessary steps to achieve a world class physique with the help of diagrams, photos, and other bodybuilding stars. The book includes several sample workout routines and a detailed section on diet and nutrition. I strongly recommend this book.

The Bible of Modern Bodybuilding!
I am 15 years old and bought this book when I was 14. Since then I have gained nearly a stone of muscle, only from reading this book and following Arnie's instructions. Yes, Arnie did take steroids, but that was in the 70s and 80s when there was no knowledge of the side effects, he explains this and so his workouts are for natural bodybuilding so really the other people who reviewed sould look at the book and get their facts right. I have been doing his beginners routine for about 8 months, and that is how I have got my gains so far. I have looked at loads of other books and tried workouts from my trainers and these ones in the book are the best. If you want gains get this book, I mean you can't go wrong with someone that has won Mr. Olympia 7 times.