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The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding : The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully Updated and Revised by Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bill Dobbins (1998, Hardcover, Revised edition)

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Power. Speed. Agility. Pride.These are just a few of the reasons why bodybuilding has become the fastest growing sport in America. From gymnasts to football players, from golfers to boxers, athletes everywhere now are working out with weights to maximize their performance and their lives. And you can, too, thanks to one man and one book: Arnold Schwarzenegger and hisEncyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding.Across the country and around the world it's recognized as the definitive source on the subject -- the "bible of bodybuilding."Now, fifteen fantastic years after that first publication, Arnold is ready to teach and motivate a new generation of athletes with this fully updated and revisedNew Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding.Inside, Arnold covers all the very latest advances in both training and competition, with new sections on diet and nutrition, the treatment and prevention of injuries, and methods of training, each illustrated with detailed photos featuring bodybuilding's newest stars.Plus, all the features that made this book a classic are still here. You'll find every facet of bodybuilding, from the history of the sport to a complete analysis of the muscles in the body, including Arnold's tips on how to strengthen, sculpt, and define each and every muscle to create the ultimate balanced physique.Encompassing every stage of your development, the encyclopedia outlines specific training programs for basic, advanced, and competition-level bodybuilders. You'll get expert advice on everything, from what equipment the beginner should use to complete career and competition strategies for the elite bodybuilder.Whether it's your first time in the gym or you're a pro bodybuilder competing in a top event, Arnold's inside advice on training and exercise will help you achieve your best. Then, once you're ready,The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuildingwill prepare you for the intense psychological warfare of professional competition.Applying his experience as the only seven-time Mr. Olympia, as well as his monumental success as an international film star, Arnold shares his secrets about dedication, training, and commitment that will allow you to take control of your body and reach your ultimate potential.

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Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN-10
0684843749
ISBN-13
9780684843742
eBay Product ID (ePID)
995007

Product Key Features

Book Title
New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding : the Bibles of Bodybuilding, Fully Updated and Revised
Author
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bill Dobbins
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Features
Revised
Topic
Bodybuilding & Weight Training, General
Publication Year
1998
Genre
Health & Fitness, Sports & Recreation
Number of Pages
832 Pages

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Item Length
10.9in
Item Height
2.1in
Item Width
8.5in
Item Weight
102.1 Oz

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Lc Classification Number
Gv546.5.S383 1998
Edition Description
Revised Edition
Table of Content
Contents Foreword BOOK ONE INTRODUCTION TO BODYBUILDING CHAPTER 1EVOLUTION AND HISTORYThe Transition to BodybuildingBodybuilding in the Forties and FiftiesBodybuilding in the SixtiesBodybuilding in the SeventiesPumping IronBodybuilding in the Eighties and NinetiesThe Explosive Growth of BodybuildingThe Arnold Classic WeekendThe Profession of BodybuildingJoe WeiderThe Evolution of Modern TrainingThe Future of BodybuildingWomen's BodybuildingCHAPTER 2THE ABCs OF BODYBUILDINGSport vs. Exercise SystemProgressive-Resistance TrainingWeightlifting, Resistance Training, and BodybuildingAerobics and Muscular DefinitionBodybuilding for AthletesCHAPTER 3THE TRAINING EXPERIENCEWhat You Think Is What You GetTraining for WomenCHAPTER 4THE GYMThe Gym ExplosionWhat to Look for in a GymEnvironment and AtmosphereWho Else Is Training in the Gym?You Don't Have to Train in Los AngelesGyms for NoncompetitorsTraining at HomeCHAPTER 5GETTING STARTEDFast and Slow DevelopersFree Weights vs. Machines -- A Matter of GravityShoesGlovesStrapsBeltsWrapsHead StrapsGravity BootsRubber SuitsTraining DiaryBodybuilding and the Very YoungStarting LateBodybuilding and the ElderlyMarking the TransitionCompetition BOOK TWO TRAINING PROGRAMS CHAPTER 1BASIC TRAINING PRINCIPLESIndividual NeedsProgressive ResistanceRepsTraining to FailureSetsFull Range of MotionThe Quality of ContractionWarming UpPower TrainingHeavy DaysOvertraining and RecuperationResting Between SetsBreathingStretching STRETCHING EXERCISES SideBends Forward Bends Hamstring Stretches Lunges Feet Apart Seated Forward Bends Inner Thighs Stretches Quadriceps Stretches Hurdler's Stretches Spinal Twist Hanging Stretches CHAPTER 2LEARNING YOUR BODY TYPEUnderstanding Your Body TypeMetabolism and Muscle-BuildingEctomorph TrainingMesomorph TrainingEndomorph TrainingBody Composition TestingCHAPTER 3THE BASIC TRAINING PROGRAMSplit System TrainingThe Basic MusclesOrganizing Your TrainingRest and RecuperationWhen to TrainLevel I Exercise ProgramLevel II Exercise ProgramCHAPTER 4ADVANCED TRAINING PRINCIPLESIncreasing Training IntensityIntensity TechniquesPower-Training PrincipleLearning to Use Advanced Training PrinciplesCHAPTER 5BUILDING A QUALITY PHYSIQUE: THE ADVANCED TRAINING PROGRAMWhen to Move on to Advanced Training"High-Set" TrainingDouble-Split TrainingAdvanced Training ProgramThe Two-Level Advanced ProgramLevel I Exercise ProgramLevel II Exercise ProgramGoing to the LimitVarying Your ProgramWeak Point TrainingTraining Weak AreasCHAPTER 6COMPETITION TRAINING PROGRAMBuilding a Competition PhysiqueThe Fear of SmallnessThe Elements of Competition TrainingDepending on Your Training PartnerTraining VolumeChoosing ExercisesThe Training SplitCompetition Exercise ProgramIndividualizing the Training ProgramMuscle SeparationMuscularity and Definition: Analyzing Your ProgressOutdoor TrainingCHAPTER 7MIND OVER MATTER: MIND, THE MOST POWERFUL TOOLBig Goals and Little GoalsLearning from FailureMuscular InhibitionMaximizing Your MotivationBreaking BarriersHow Bodybuilding Affects the Mind BOOK THREE BODY PART EXERCISES THE SHOULDERSThe Muscles of the ShouldersLooking at the ShouldersTraining the DeltoidsBasic TrainingAdvanced TrainingThe Competition ProgramTraining the Trapezius MusclesWeak Point Training<
Copyright Date
1998
Lccn
98-044469
Dewey Decimal
646.7/5
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes

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by 3cm553_IQJS@Del...Mar 24, 2010
Great book
Best bodybuilding book on the market. It is considered The bible of bodybuilding! Has everything from. Forms, Breathing, streatching, excersises. Just everything you can think of and what you haven't from the like best person known in the field. Here for the first time in one volume are all the basic and revolutionary concepts on exercise, training principles, contest preparation, diet and nutrition that have evolved into modern bodybuilding from the man who stands at the forefront of the sport. The Encyclopaedia of modern bodybuilding will answer every question any dedicated bodybuilder of bodybuilding enthusiast could ever think to ask. It is an exhaustive reference and instructional manual covering every conceivable aspect of the sport.
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by smovex69Mar 03, 2020
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Needs updating especially given all new data and medical research done in this field since the book was written. Otherwise GREAT information and very well organised
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by jrs6531May 23, 2009
New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding by Arnold Schwa
Great pictures and full of usefull information.Very easy to read for lamen.A great addition to any collection of reading material.
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