This book contains a lot of great information and huge, beautiful pictures that are sure to inspire. It covers many diverse aspects of bodybuilding and will be especially important for a novice to the sport, but the veteran bodybuilder will get useful insight as well.
This book is huge ... and heavy! There are 106 chapters and 792 information packed pages. Here is an excerpt of the table of contents for Book 1:
Table of contents
Chapter 1: The Sport of Bodybuilding Chapter 2: Gym safety and etiquette Chapter 3: Great Expectations Chapter 4: All Shapes and Sizes Chapter 5: Do you have what it takes? Chapter 6: The Dos and Don'ts of DOMS Chapter 7: Bodybuilding 101: Reps Chapter 8: Bodybuilding 101: Sets Chapter 9: Bodybuilding 101: Just how heavy? Chapter 10: It's time to train Chapter 11: When and how often Chapter 12: Tips to keep you focused and motivated Chapter 13: The missed workout Chapter 14: Equipment: Yours Chapter 15: Equipment: The Gym's
You certainly get a workout just holding this thing. If you are looking for a gift for that hardcore bodybuilding enthusiast or the beginner in your life, this book is sure to please.
Stephanie Figarelle is a certified personal trainer. She won the Ms. Anchorage 2006 bodybuilding title.
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