{"product_id":"bodybuilding-9781492571339","title":"Bodybuilding","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The purpose of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of the bodybuilding contest preparation process from the start of contest preparation, through show-day, and into the transition to the offseason\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Cliff and Peter have established themselves as among the best at precompetition coaching. Together, they have written the most comprehensive book on the topic to date. Anyone interested in physique competition would benefit from giving it a read.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrad Schoenfeld, PhD, CSCS,*D, CSPS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA,\u003c\/b\u003e Author of \u003ci\u003eThe M.A.X. Muscle Plan \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Science and Development of Muscle Hypertrophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This book is the how-to of bodybuilding! I'm a firm believer in knowing the science behind every aspect of competition; Cliff and Pete provide just that in \u003c\/i\u003eBodybuilding\u003ci\u003e.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCyd Gillon,\u003c\/b\u003e Two-Time Ms. Figure Olympia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"While there are other books on bodybuilding and contest prep out there, this is THE book that covers every topic in complete detail and has become the new standard for the sport. I recommend \u003c\/i\u003eBodybuilding\u003ci\u003e not only to all my clients but also to any coach or athlete who wants to take their knowledge to the next level.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Gorman,\u003c\/b\u003e Co-owner of Team Gorman, Elite Trainer for 1st Phorm, and Author of \u003ci\u003eMetabolic Capacity and Reverse Dieting\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/b\u003e Evolution of the Sport of Bodybuilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Physique Competitions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Early 1900s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre–Golden Era\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGolden Era\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIs it possible for bodybuilding competitors to compete in another strength sport (powerlifting, for example)?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Late 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Art and Science of Bodybuilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Divisions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrug-Tested Bodybuilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMisinformed Approaches to Contest Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMany competitors at my gym use methods you do not recommend yet have been successful in their competitions. Why should I follow the approaches discussed in this book rather than what the guys at my gym are doing? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. \u003c\/b\u003eSorting Through the Sanctions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrug Use in Bodybuilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUntested Amateur Sanctions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf I am drug-free, can I compete in untested competitions?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUntested Professional Sanctions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrug-Tested Sanctions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAre banned substances taken for diagnosed medical reasons allowed in drug-tested competitions? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf I win a pro card in one sanction, can I compete in professional competitions in other sanctions?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Breaking Down the Divisions and Classes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCriteria Defined\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen’s Divisions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWomen’s Divisions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCan a competitor compete in more than one division at a show?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinal Word on Division Criteria\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eI feel like I may be able to compete in more than one division. How do I choose the best division for me?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClasses\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhy are there multiple classes within the same show? For example, why are there three open men’s bodybuilding classes? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCan competitors make a living from prize money earned in professional competitions? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCan a competitor compete in more than one class at a show?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e The Reality of Readiness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Competitors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAs a new competitor attending a competition for the first time, is it important for me to attend a competition in the sanction in which I plan to compete?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperienced Competitors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWould you ever recommend competing with less time between shows?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReadiness for Contest Prep\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatience and Time Pay Off\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Show Selection and Timing: The Secrets of Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelecting the Right Show\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat is the best time for me to start contest prep?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAppropriate Rate of Loss\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDoes my weight need to decrease to get stage-lean?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenefits of Longer Prep Time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetermining Needed Prep Time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo I need to select a show before starting contest prep? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCould I achieve stage-lean levels of body fat in less time than you recommend?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. \u003c\/b\u003eFueling Your Physique for Contest Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnergy Balance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaloric Intake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat do I do if I fall off my nutrition plan for a day?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMacronutrients\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAre high-protein diets safe? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShould I be concerned about sugar intake during contest prep?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndividual Differences in Macronutrient Needs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat is the best way to accurately measure my food?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFiber\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamins and Minerals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCan I have artificial sweeteners during contest prep?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeal Frequency\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtein Timing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbohydrate Timing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRefeeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiet Breaks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitoring Progress\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow should a woman handle weight fluctuations due to her menstrual cycle?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlateaus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Tweaking Your Physique for Contest Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncreasing Energy Expenditure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShould I do cardio fasted? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf I am lifting weights and doing cardio in the same workout, which should I do first?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResistance Training\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat is the mind-muscle connection I have heard about? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow many days a week should I be in the gym? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo I need to train to failure? If so, should I do it in every workout?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitor the Need for Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSample Training Programs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. \u003c\/b\u003eThe Art of Posing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodybuilding (Men and Women)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassic Physique (Men)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen’s Physique\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWomen’s Physique\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFigure (Women)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBikini (Women)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosing Routines and T-Walks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEffective Practice Posing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShould I practice the poses in my posing suit? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShould I pose in a sauna?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e The Finishing Touches and Final Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMusic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosing Suit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShoes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHair Removal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTanning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo all competitions allow the same type of tan? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo I need to get a base tan in a tanning bed before my competition?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMakeup and Hair\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Logistical Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10. \u003c\/b\u003ePeak Week Explained\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mysterious Peak Week\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrerequisites for Effective Peaking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTerminology and Definitions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeak Week Objectives\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeak Week Objective Nonstarters\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWould you ever recommend that a competitor cut water during peak week?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSodium-Potassium Balance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaking Network\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeak Week Strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearning Your Load Look and Choosing a Peaking Strategy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeak Week Training\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeak Week Cardio\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManaging Your Physique on Show Day\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat if I mistime my sodium, sugar, and pump up backstage, and I am too early?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Perfect Peak?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Contest Weekend: Strategizing for Success\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFocus on What You Can Control\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Day Before the Show\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShow Day\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow ready should I be when I arrive at the venue on show day? \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCan I go out to eat after prejudging?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the Show\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. \u003c\/b\u003eAfter the Event: Recovery and Recommendations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostshow Analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompeting in Multiple Shows\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhysiology of Being Stage-Lean\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransitioning to the Off-Season\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDoes everyone need to regain body fat after a show?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48867312501079,"sku":"9781492571339","price":23.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781492571339.jpg?v=1722282737","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/bodybuilding-9781492571339","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}