Starting Strength (2nd edition)
by Lon Kilgore, Mark Rippetoe
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Book Reviews of Starting Strength (2nd edition)
Book Review: Fantastic manual
Summary: 5 Stars
This training manual is absolute gold dust, the stuff I've picked up from it in just 3 months has taught other people I know - who have been lifting for years - a thing or two. Incredibly detailed instructions on the main lifts with loads of photo's and diagrams (56 pages on the Squat alone), yet not in the least bit dry or boring. Plus lot's of detailed instructions on a wide range of assistance exercises. Coupled with the recent DVD Starting Strength: Basic Barbell Training , and their other book Practical Programming for Strength Training you'll have a set of references which you return to time and time again. Why both books and the DVD are not available in the UK I'll never know? Amazon.co.uk put this on your stock list!!!Book Review: This book is the real deal!
Summary: 5 Stars
A little about me. I'm in my 20s but do not have a sports or athletic background. Because of my the way my life is right now, I probably spend too much time sedentary. I have been meaning to change that, but don't have the money for expensive gyms or training. Still, not knowing anything about proper form, I probably would just hurt myself at the gym, and already have sustained minor injuries at home.
This book turns all of that around. I have not finished the book yet, but I have read enough to realize that this book is the real deal. I already can feel the difference just by following the technique and form in this book. Once I've got that down, I am sure I will have no problems at the gym, and from what I hear, will probably know more about what I'm doing than most. This book really is for anyone. It may seem wordy, but it's worth it. You are going to be able to change your life, and do it properly.
Book Review: Probably the best book ever written on strength training!!
Summary: 5 Stars
My tag line says it all really, But if you wish for further reasons to buy this book then look No further:
Covers the basic compound lifts (Squat, Bench, Deadlift & Press) and also the Power Clean, In more detail than any other referenceable source. I'm by no means a power lifter and train recreationally and for performance gains in my MMA training... However even though I've been lifting for around 3 years now, reading this book has reminded me and also added some things to look for when performing the lifts to help form (OBVIOUSLY THE MOST IMPORTANT THING!!).
Its also a very good program, Nothing will get a beginner stronger in a faster time than this!! (Squatting 3 Days a week!!!)
But I'd also recommend the book to others who may be advanced lifters, If for nothing more than the incredible detail it goes into when discussing the 5 lifts!!
A MUST OWN FOR ANY STRENGTH TRAINING ENTHUSIAST!!
Book Review: Lucid. Thorough. Perfect
Summary: 5 Stars
Its hard to believe somebody can write about barbell exercises in such a clear, detailed and comprehensive manner. No wonder it has 5 stars from 135 reviews! This book is simply amazing for a novice lifter like me. Now I know why I had so much difficulty in complex movements like the squat. It has everything you would ever want to know about the bench press, the squat and all the major exercises using the barbell. It covers ALL the fine points that you will never find in any "How to" resource online. You also become aware of how badly misinformed some of the trainers found in popular gyms can be. I simply started following the pointers he has given and you know what, the movements started feeling more natural and more tuned towards really strengthing the body part I was focussing on. The illustrations and photographs are very clear and informative. I am totally blown away by the depth of knowledge of the authors.Book Review: Essential
Summary: 5 Stars
Think you're squatting, deadlifting, benching, and overhead pressing in good form and the most efficient way? I did. But this book has taught me so much more than I thought I knew. Granted, the bulk of it covers just 5 exercises, but it is easily the best investment I've ever made in a weight training book. In fact, you'll be tempted to skim the lengthly chapters on each of the exercises, but don't: you will undoubtedtly learn something important from each one, whether you're a novice, intermediate, or advanced lifter.
Yes, the book is geared toward novice trainees and their coaches, but the whole thing comes across as such an eye-opener for all levels of trainees. The pages are large, the pictures and diagrams plentiful, and the writing is easy to follow, backed by sound, thoughtful reasoning for the methods advocated.
It's just an amazing book. Can't believe I waited so long to get it.