Strength Training Bible for Men The Complete Guide to Lifting Weights for Power, Strength & Performance

The coaching you need to build strength, maximum muscle growth and power.

Experts agree the fastest and most effective way to build strength and increase muscle mass is to lift weights. Written by top strength training professionals, Strength Training Bible is the comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to mastering the basics of weight lifting and barbell training.

Divided by fitness levels, Strength Training Bible shows you how to craft powerful workouts that are tailored to your unique goals. Designed to minimize risk and maximize results, the Strength Training Bible program combines the best elements of strength training and weight lifting in a program you can do at home or in the gym.
 
With the Strength Training Bible program you will:
- Build muscle and definition
- Increase endurance and energy
- Achieve perfect form with detailed, step-by-step exercise instructions
- Turn your home work space or garage into a fully functional weight room
- Reach long-time fitness goals and maintain definition year-round
- Get the body you’ve always wanted—in record time!
 
Stop looking for the “perfect program” and start working towards your goals with an exercise regimen created to help you reach the next level in physical fitness. It’s time to take the first step towards your physical peak with Strength Training Bible!

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William Smith, MS, NSCA-CSCS, MEPD, completed his B.S. in exercise science at Western Michigan University followed by a master’s degree at St. John's University where he was the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning. In addition to his many years working in fitness, Will currently works for the #1 rated health system in New Jersey. He is an avid athlete participating in soccer, rugby, triathlons, and marathons. Will has been featured on NBC, Canyon Ranch, and World Spinning Conference.
 
David Kirschen has over 20 years of experience in personal training, coaching, education, and club management. He earned a B.S. in physical education from SUNY Cortland, and is a respected presenter and coach for a number of professional training seminars along the East Coast, including the elitefts.net Learn to Train series. He is an active professional powerlifter who has been ranked #1 in the United States.

Introduction
1. About the Experts
2. Why Be Strong?
- Strength Training versus Bodybuilding
3. Strength Training Terminology
4. Programming Basics
5. The Truth about Strength Training
6. Basic Muscular Anatomy
7. Equipment and Gear
8. Warming Up
9. The Exercises
10. The Programs
- Introductory Cycle
- Beginner Cycle
- Intermediate Cycle
- Advanced Cycle
11. Creating Your Own Program
12. Injury Prevention and Maintenance
- The Mobility Myth
- Injury Prevention Exercises by Body Area
- Injury Prevention Workouts
Index of Exercises