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Summary: Not for the Skimming Type
Comment: Let me start by saying that this book is one of the best how-to books that I have ever read. It had me at hello. The introduction's reasoning behind strength training is very convincing. A wonderful mix of research, experience and wit. I am recommending this book to all of my friends, most of whom are military and are constantly focused on their physical abilities.
The only draw back is, if you are the type that skims a book and gleans information from pics, you may teach yourself the wrong thing. A good bit of the pics are examples of the wrong way to do something. Simple strength training is...well, simple. The author does a great job of giving you a precise method for each lift, then the remainder of the chapter is what to watch out for. The author borders on giving too much info on how NOT to do an exercise that, again, if you are a lazy reader, will confuse you. I want to get my hands on a first edition to see what the cut-n-dry version was like.
I read the book three times (in a week and a half) to make sure that I got it all right. It's so well written that it wasn't a burden. Like I said, I've been telling all my friends about it.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Superb!
Comment: Covers the basics of barbell lifting with depth and clarity. I've not read a more complete reference to these exercises.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Must read
Comment: This is the book I wish someone gave me my first time in the gym. If you want to get into barbell training, this book is for you! Also, if you are a strength coach or trainer - you need to read this book! It will help take you from familiarization with basic exercises to mastery of them.
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Summary: Clear, succinct, and VERY effective!
Comment: Increased strength on all of my lifts and was able to do so without injury. Mr. Rippetoe and Dr. Kilgore lay out an effective progressive weight training regimen that is easy to follow. As a bonus, book is fun and interesting to read.
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Summary: SS Review
Comment: Excellent resource for beginners. Light on programming details past the novice phase, but that is what Practical Programming is for.
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