Description
Book Synopsis The man who revolutionized Western training methods is back. Based on the latest scientific research, the updated third edition of Tudor Bompa’s best-selling Serious Strength Training provides bodybuilders with a comprehensive guide to experiencing a complete transformation in physique and the kinds of strength gains they thought weren’t possible.
Trade Review “Serious Strength Training is a guide you will refer to for as long as you are lifting. If you're serious about building strength, this is a must-have.“
Steve Holman-- Editor in Chief, Iron Man Magazine
"The field of strength coaching is considered both an art and a science. Serious Strength Training acknowledges that synergy by applying the science of periodization to the art of program design. It is a must-have for all strength coaches and personal trainers."
Charles Poliquin-- Poliquin Strength Institute
Table of ContentsPart I Science of Strength Training
Chapter 1 Adapting to the Training Stimulus
Chapter 2 Understanding the Periodization System
Chapter 3 Designing the Perfect Program
Chapter 4 Accelerating Muscle Recovery
Part II Maximizing Nutrition for Muscle Growth
Chapter 5 Nutrition and the Metabolic Diet
Chapter 6 Good and Bad Fats
Chapter 7 Implementing the Metabolic Diet Plan
Chapter 8 Using Nutritional Supplements
Part III Maximum Stimulation Exercises
Chapter 9 Choosing the Best Exercises
Chapter 10 Lower-Body Exercises
Chapter 11 Upper-Body Exercises
Part IV Six Phases of Training
Chapter 12 Anatomical Adaptation (AA)
Chapter 13 Hypertrophy (H)
Chapter 14 Mixed Training (M)
Chapter 15 Maximum Strength (MxS)
Chapter 16 Muscle Definition (MD)
Chapter 17 Transition (T)
