The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer: The Art, Science and Philosophy of a Bodybuilding Legend

The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer: The Art, Science and Philosophy of a Bodybuilding Legend
by Joanne Sharkey, John Little

The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer: The Art, Science and Philosophy of a Bodybuilding Legend
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Author: Joanne Sharkey, John Little
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-09-20
ISBN: 0071452931
Number of pages: 240
Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Book Reviews of The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer: The Art, Science and Philosophy of a Bodybuilding Legend

Book Review: General and Informative.
Summary: 5 Stars

This is actually my favorite of Mentzers works. I like it specifically because it is so broad and manages to be both specific and abstract.
I enjoy Mike's writings and ideas in this form.
He is a philosopher and writes best in a philosophical context.
This book pretty much sums up the duration and evolution of his entire philosophy.
I am not a religious devotee of Mike Mentzers' philosophy entirely.
I train with slightly more volume and eat more protein than Mike suggests.
Mike's approach is fantastic and well thought out. It is also dogmatic.
My suggestion would be to look into this, as well as Arnold's work, and maybe some other books like those of Ronnie Coleman and Dorian Yates, and find what suits you best.
As I've said before, I haven't come across the perfect bodybuilding book yet.

Summary of The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer: The Art, Science and Philosophy of a Bodybuilding Legend

The last word on how to build a better body--from the late, great Mike Mentzer

With his revolutionary "Heavy Duty" system, Mike Mentzer changed the way bodybuilders train, showing them that "less is more" when it comes to making great gains. In The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer, you will discover Mike's most advanced training techniques and philosophies--previously known only to his inner circle and personal clients.

Drawing upon never-before-released materials, his longtime colleague John Little reveals Mentzer's most powerful lessons and workout plans, including:

  • The importance of working to failure
  • Techniques for pushing past mental and physical plateaus
  • How overtraining impedes progress
  • A complete advanced "Heavy Duty" training system

The workout that worked "like magic" for Mr. Universe himself More than an instruction manual, this thorough compendium brings together a lifetime of insights, training truths, and personal philosophies from one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time.

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