Practical Programming for Strength Training Paperback – 1 Jan. 1656

I would read the companion first as it definitively defines the exercises this volume explains what to do with. This volume has the details to help you plan your training programme. Actually - my coach does the programming for me - but reading this makes me a more informed customer and now we can really fine tune my programme together. It is also a really interesting read in itself. The explanations of what is happening when you lift heavy stuff in the right order is very clear and having read it, I wonder why I have spent my entire life not understanding such important things.As well as being strong, the Author has strong opinions too - and I would say he is right. On one level his rants at the various fools not understanding his method are a little grating and if he wants to pile in with supporting scientific facts (as he does) he really should quote his references, as in this presentation we are really only left with his opinion - that we must trust. On the other hand, it is quite amusing and self evidentially he is correct in his main assertions. Despite my pedantic observations, this has to be the definitive text on how to programme your cunning plan to get strong. Best self help book I have read since Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (which doesn't have decent references either).

Outstanding book. Covers just about everything related to barbell training, powerlifting,olympic lifting and general strength training. It was easy to read and humorous. I read it on Kindle Fire and had no problems. I was delighted to find information in it for Olympic Lifting and also advice for Masters. The index makes it easy to find things. I got if for about £7 quid and it is worth many times more for the info you get.My only is regret is why the heck i didnt buy it years ago....

As per the headline. Nothing more to add.Actually, no, there is one thing I'll add - it's worth mentioning, that unlike most books on the subject that will work only for one specific target group, this one lays down the foundations for your training plan regardless of your age, gender or current fitness level.

The content of the book is fantastic and is easily a 5 star. That being said the tables (which are examples of the training programmes and crucial to the understanding of the content) are all over the place. I Fully recommend this book but please consider the paperback.

This book outlines several of the most clever guidelines and rules to strength training programming. I highly recommended it. Makes me stronger and healthier.

Don't agree with Rippetoe's dietry advice (the gallon of milk a day etc), but his training advice can't be faulted.This would be a great way especially for anyone new to the gym, to build up an understanding of how to progress.There's even a section at the end for older people, or people with injuries, and the adjustments they ought to make to get the most out of their training. Really like this book. Bought as a gift, but had a good flick through and thinking of getting myself a copy.

A fantastic book that builds on the already incredible work laid out in Stating Strength. A vast number of programmes are explained and outlined to give intermediate and even the most advanced lifters a lifetime of improvement and gains in strength. The principles contained in this book are scientific and proven through practical application. A gold mine of information.

Really bought this for the section in the book dedicatied to older lifters.There is little information on the internet for protocols older lifters have to practise for : mainly recovery and sensible progression.I'm 76, and bought this as a companion book for the barbell prescription.another good book I would recommend for the older weght trainers