Kettlebells
Kettlebells

Author: Smith Vatel

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781402727580

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Kettlebells--those amazingly effective weights that look like bowling balls with handles--have become all the rage in high-end health clubs and boxing gyms everywhere. And this is the first mainstream how-to guide to guide on the subject. How can you get a complete training program that works the heart, builds muscle mass, increases endurance, and improves flexibility--without having to spend hours in the gym? The answer: kettlebells. That's the equipment elite Soviet athletes depended on to build their super-strength and win gold medals, and it's still the best way to get the body you've dreamed of. With the help of 150 color photos to illustrate every move, two certified trainers from New York's elite Equinox Club explain all the ins-and-outs (including safety) of this tough but accessible full-body workout. In addition to clearly explained exercises and routines, Victoria D. Gray and Smith Vatel provide tips on where to buy weights (and how to create your own), show how to set up a home workout space, and, most importantly, explain how to avoid injuries and accidents.

Scrawny to Brawny
Scrawny to Brawny

Author: Michael Mejia

Publisher: Rodale Books

Published: 2005-03-24

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 159486862X

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A state-of-the-art weight-lifting and nutritional blueprint for "skinny" guys who want to pack on muscle Let's face it, naturally skinny guys are at a distinct genetic disadvantage when it comes to building muscle mass. But with the proper advice, these "hardgainers" definitely can realize their fitness goals. In Scrawny to Brawny, the authors draw on their years of practical experience as private strength and nutrition coaches to provide hardgainers with: • A progressive, state-of-the-art program that optimizes results with shorter, less frequent workouts that maximize compound exercises • A unique, action-based perspective on nutrition that shows how to prepare quick muscle-building meals and snacks-and how to take advantage of several critical times in the day when muscle growth can be stimulated by food intake • Vital information on how to identify and fix any weak links in their physiques that may be precursors to injury Designed not only for frustrated adult hardgainers but also--with its strong anti-steroid message--a terrific book for the large teen market, Scrawny to Brawny fills a significant gap in the weight-lifting arsenal.

Bodybuilding, the Weider Approach
Bodybuilding, the Weider Approach

Author: Joe Weider

Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Contemporary

Published: 1981

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13:

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From the man who trained Schwarzenegger and Ferrigno comes an easy-to-follow manual on bodybuilding.

Ironman's Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle Mass
Ironman's Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle Mass

Author: Peter Sisco

Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 9780809228133

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This how-to guide from the pages of "Ironman" magazine includes the best mass building routines of the greatest bodybuilders so readers can get the maximum, proven results.

Beating the Odds
Beating the Odds

Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2008-08-30

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 0313345651

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Many famous people have overcome difficult circumstances and gone on to become successful in their fields. This book profiles the lives of 75 courageous and persistent people who have triumphed over adversity. These individuals have conquered a range of problems, including physical, psychological, social, and economic handicaps. Individuals profiled come from a range of professions and reflect battles against religious prejudice, medical conditions, eating disorders, poverty, and other social ills. Among the people profiled are Mitch Albom, Hillary Clinton, Magic Johnson, Stephen King, Greg Louganis, and Henry Winkler. The volume includes an historical timeline, a list of relevant films documenting the achievements of these superstars, and a general bibliography. Some of the most successful people in our society have overcome great odds in order to achieve their dreams. Through courage and persistence, they have triumphed over a range of adversities and serve as models for students faced with similar circumstances. This book profiles the struggles and accomplishments of 75 such individuals from all walks of life. Each entry highlights the physical, psychological, social, or economic struggles of the person and discusses how the person won their battle against adversity. Among the individuals profiled are: Mitch Albom, Roseanne Barr, Sandra Cisneros, Hillary Clinton, Pat Conroy, Michael J. Fox, Magic Johnson, Stephen King, Greg Louganis, Jessica Lynch, Colin Powell, Salman Rushdie, Martin Sheen, Henry Winkler, and many more. The volume closes with an historical timeline, a list of films related to the achievements of these superstars, and a general bibliography. In addition to inspiring students to succeed against all odds, the book promotes respect for diversity and explores a host of social issues related to religious prejudice, eating disorders, medical conditions, poverty, and other concerns.

Max Contraction Training
Max Contraction Training

Author: John R. Little

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 9780071423953

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The breakthrough new fitness program for readers who want big gains in little time. "The Max Contraction Training" program maximizes muscle fiber stimulation in the shortest amount of time--leading to faster workouts and more impressive gains.