Weight Training For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness))
by Liz Neporent, Suzanne Schlosberg, Shirley Archer
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Author: Liz Neporent, Shirley Archer, Suzanne SchlosbergEdition: Paperback
Published: 2006-03-06
ISBN: 0471768456
Number of pages: 408
Publisher: For Dummies
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Book Review: An excellent resource for complete beginners
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the perfect book for someone who has never lifted weights before and is looking to start from the very beginning. It is never assumed that you know anything, which is perfect for the complete beginner. The book covers the most basic exercises for each muscle group, and provides basic information on these muscle groups, so that the beginner can become accustomed to putting together a basic program for the entire body. Once the beginner masters this, they will have all the building blocks needed to move on to more advanced programs, such as working on different groups on different days or doing supersets. If you are already familiar with the basics and are looking for more intermediate and advanced exercises and programs, try The Body Sculpting Bible for Women, Revised Edition: The Way to Physical Perfection (Body Sculpting Bible) or The Body Sculpting Bible for Men, Revised Edition: The Way to Physical Perfection (Body Sculpting Bible). However, if you are looking to start with the very basics - nothing wrong with that - then start with this one to get your basics down and your confidence up before moving on to the Body Sculpting series or other more advanced books.
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Owning Weight Training for Dummies is like having two knowledgeable and entertaining personal trainers into your home. The authors, Liz Neporent and Suzanne Schlosberg, authors of the popular Fitness for Dummies, are both fitness professionals who walk (lift, run, bicycle) their talk. They explain the basics of weight training simply, then take you through every step to setting up your own program and doing it properly. Whether you have free weights (dumbbells and barbells), a home machine, or access to a gym with many machines, you'll get an introduction to safe and effective weight training, plus descriptions, technique, and illustrations of dozens of exercises designed to target all major muscle groups. And just in case this is the only fitness book you buy, the authors include some information on cardio exercise, stretching, and other exercise options. Best of all, the book is motivating, easy to understand, and fun to read.This updated edition of Weight Training for Dummies includes a few new chapters: "Yoga and Pilates" and "Improving Your Balance and Coordination," both in the "Beyond the Barbell" section; "Advanced Weight Training Exercises"; and a few snippets of new material (such as the addition of "Don't dress like a porn star" in the "Weight Training Etiquette" chapter). Otherwise, it's pretty much the same book. If you own the first edition, there's probably no need to buy the updated version. But if you don't own the first edition of this handy and cheery guide already, and weight training is not yet a part of your fitness program, the second edition of Weight Training for Dummies will teach you exactly what to do and how to do it. --Joan Price
A properly executed strength or weight lifting regimen can lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels, stabilize your blood sugar, reduce the risk of heart disease, increase your strength, and more. Weight Training For Dummies, Third Edition, is packed with all the information you need to start your own personalized weight training program and get yourself into peak condition fast. You’ll find out about:
- Circuit and resistance training
- 20-minute weight training routines
- The newest and best weight training equipment
- Combining weight training with other exercise
- Gender differences in weight training goals and routines
- Specific approaches for baby boomers and seniors just starting out
- Using weight training to address specific health conditions
- Preventing injuries
- Weight training for children and teens
If you’re getting pumped about weight training, don’t delay. Buy Weight Training for Dummies, Third Edition today, and you’ll be in shape in no time!
Now featuring new quickie, core, and other specialized workouts Fight flab, build strength, increase flexibility, and sculpt your body! No matter what your age or fitness level, weight training has many health benefits. Featuring illustrated step-by-step exercises plus tips on equipment and specialized workouts, this friendly guide shows you how to get started and get results - at home or at the gym, using free weights or weight machines. Praise for Weight Training For Dummies ""A fun, easy-to-follow guide. . . . You'll never be intimidated by a weight room again."" Peg Moline, Editorial Director, Shape ""Takes you step-by-step through setting up your own gym to developing a training program."" Self ""One of the easiest-to-understand, best-illustrated guides to important strength exercises we've ever seen."" Men's Fitness ""Solid, comprehensive, and fun. . . . Photos illustrate more than 150 pages of exercises.""Seattle Post-Intelligencer
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