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Weight Training Workouts That Work (Paperback)

by James Orvis (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
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A. Paolicelli, Fit Newsletter, March 2001

The book is great and I've read them all. No needless formulas, equations, rep schemes and schedules. Just results!


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Did you know your muscles burn 90% of your calories everyday. IT'S YOUR METABOLISM!! And your losing those fat-burning muscles unless you learn a little weight training.

It's that simple - or is it? Weight Training Workouts that Work takes all the guesswork out of weight training. Using easy-to-follow proven workouts and three detailed photos of the best exercises, learn the right way to lift weights in less than 30 minutes. Then just take this handbook to your workouts and follow the simple workouts and exercises to burn away unwanted fat and reshape your body! Weight Training Workouts that Work shows you the most productive exercises and proper form, how many sets and repetitons to do, what days to workout and of course how much weight to use. It's very easy and it works for anybody, any age!

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2.0 out of 5 stars Not what I wanted at all, Jun 17 2004
By Allen Gathman (Pocahontas, MO United States) - See all my reviews
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This may be a good book for someone who is just starting out in weight training, but even at that I don't think it's worth the price. Most of the book is charts for you to fill in with weight lifted and reps during your workouts, which you could easily make yourself on a spreadsheet. There are relatively few exercises described, and really no workout options to speak of. If you're ready to slavishly follow this author's ideas (which aren't backed up with any evidence in particular), then it's a complete package deal. I prefer to have some evidence to convince me that one strategy is better than another, since exercise books differ so widely in what they tell you.

You could get much more and better information for planning a workout routine, and far better descriptions and pictures of exercises, for free at exrx.net.

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4.0 out of 5 stars K.I.S.S. Works for me!, Mar 23 2004
By Michael J. Austin (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This book is stunningly simple, and therein lies its usefulness. The author seems to know his stuff: the workouts are progressive and varied, which pushes the body and keeps it reacting, rather than "settling in".

My only complaint is that the book assumes that one has access to a gym and certain machines, especially for leg exercises. It would have been nice to include alternative exercises for those who work out at home. What are the best substitutions for leg extensions and leg curls, for example?

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for beginners!, Mar 4 2004
By Ray "Red Devil" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews
This is the best book for beginners I have seen. I was considering purchasing this book at Amazon.com when I ran across it in a bookstore. I'm glad I did because now I won't be buying it. Why? Because I am not a beginner. But anyone thinking of going to the gym should give this book a try. It has no fluff; it gets right down to what to and how to do it.

In the two years I have been going to the gym I have seen lots of people come and go. Most people only visit the gym two or three times and I never see them again. Going to a gym and pushing weights on a regular basis is not something everyone likes to do. You either have to like it or you have to be very motivated. With this book you will find out in a couple weeks.

Most books take up a lot of room on motivational stuff. (Which may get you worked up initially but it usually does not last.) Then they throw in a lot of definitions and explanations. All stuff to fill up pages. This book gets right down to what to do and how to do it. It shows you step by step so you can't make a mistake. So by the time you get to you're second or third week, you will know if you want to keep up this life style. If you don't, you have invested a minimal amount of time and money. If you do, you will find this book has everything you need to get started and then some.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good, but.....
It was a good book, but I was looking for something more. Maybe I was just looking for TOO much. This seems like a GREAT book for someone who is just starting to work out, but not... Read more
Published on Feb 28 2004 by Chris Cook

5.0 out of 5 stars great for learning some new techniques
I completed the Body for Life workout program a few years ago. I felt it was time to get back to the gym again. Read more
Published on Feb 11 2004 by David R. Beard

4.0 out of 5 stars A Weight Training Book That Actually Makes Sense!
I ran two marathons last year but still couldn't seem to lose that extra 15 pounds around my middle. Read more
Published on Feb 6 2004 by Joseph J. Schmitt

4.0 out of 5 stars Very simple, effective and motivational
I purchased this hoping to gain some insight into how to do it right. I wanted to be effective at what training I do, build mass, and be safe. Read more
Published on Oct 2 2003 by D. Albinson

4.0 out of 5 stars good book for beginner
This is an excellent book for those who have no experience in gym. When I started exercise, I have no clue how to use the equipment. This book provides a road map. Read more
Published on Sep 30 2003

2.0 out of 5 stars Well, It might work.... for a few weeks.....
The book is actually realy good,it tells you what to do and when to do it, the problem is that the routines didn't work, at least not for me. Read more
Published on Sep 25 2003

1.0 out of 5 stars I wasted $14.95
This book was recommended when I ordered Frederic Delavier's "Strength Training Anatomy" (which is excellent). Read more
Published on Sep 6 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars Orvis needs to write a sequel for bodybuilders
I had been weight training for about two and a half years before purchasing this book. I've tried numerous routines over that time - some I've found online, some I pulled from... Read more
Published on Aug 11 2003 by E. Lowe

5.0 out of 5 stars Get This Book
If you're looking for an easy way to lose weight and tone up you can't go wrong with this book. The workouts are planned for you, all you need to do is follow them. Read more
Published on Jun 18 2003

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for beginners
Covers basic exercises along with training log. If you are looking for advanced work-out info, this is not it.
Published on Jun 6 2003 by J. Sullivan

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