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Strength Training Anatomy-2nd Edition

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Sometimes, I get frustrated when exercising. I know that a little strength training is supposed to be good for my bones while promoting weight loss. Unfortunately, I usually only have half a clue about what I'm doing. Thus, much of my workout is spent worrying whether I'm doing the movements correctly, hoping I don't hurt myself, and wishing I had a personal trainer to tell me what to do.

Strength Training Anatomy is definitely a better alternative. This book includes 15 different strength training exercises (free weights and resistance), focusing on the arms, shoulders, chest, back, legs, and buttocks. The proper range of motion is illustrated for each exercise (including variations) with the particular muscle groups highlighted in full colour. Both male and female body types are shown. The text also includes special features about common injuries: what causes these problems and how to avoid them.

Now, when working out, I am far more confident. I know which muscle groups are supposed to be in motion. I know how to avoid potential injury dangers. I even have an understanding of how to adapt these exercises to best suit my body form and abilities.

It was perfect for my needs! I am training in a gym since many years and I like to change my routine. That book was excellent to give me new ideas and to really know how each exercice stimulate my muscle and gives good advice about how to do the move without hurting you. (sorry for my unperfect english)

I love this book, it has taught me so much, and I am being honest. The only problem I have with this book is that I wish that there were more bicep, tricep and deltoid workouts, but either than that, it's fabulous.

This is hands down one of the best books for anyone interested in strength training or just plain understanding how the body works when lifting weights. This book is beneficial for both men and women alike, not just the serious bodybuilder. If you're serious about working out and want to get the most out of each workout, then this is the book for you. It provides in depth illustrations of the muscular system, with every proper name imaginable as well as what muscles are worked hardest during each lift. This book is more valuable then the price tag says. I personally can't believe I ever did strength training without it. If you're on the fence about buying this book, jump the fence and buy it.

An excellent choice for anyone who is serious about training.
Wonderfully illustrated and easy to follow, various exercises are offered for all body parts, and the illustrations show you exactly which muscles are being targeted.
The best book that I have come across relating to weight training.

Excellent book.. Great graphics.. Fully details every muscle that is involed in each exercise and is a great resource for anyone interested in strength training..

I purchased this book to use as a reference for anatomy drawing. I love it because it is the first book that I find that is useful in terms of understanding how each muscle should move. Now, of course, for people who do body building, understanding muscle work and how exercises should be performed is very important and I find that this book provides all as it is full of information presented in stunning visual imagery that is easy to analyze.

Great book. No more am I unsure what muscle I should feel working when I do a particular weightlifting move, it's clearly articulated in this book!

I think this book would also make for a good reference book for a physiology student.

It takes you through every part of the body using terms that everyday people will understand! Great read