Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding: The Ultimate A-Z Book on Muscle Building!

When I ordered this book I all so ordered 'Strenght Training Anatomy' by Frederic Delavier. I assumed that the exercises in the book would not be explained thoroughly and some were not. Over all the book was excellent. I purchased the book a while ago and still use it. The book is broken down into sections, books within the book as they call them. Book 1 is first reps. Explains how to exercise and a lot of basic terminology. Book 2: Getting Started -- is exactly that, everything from biology to the beginners level lifting. The sections are broken up so you can read about the level that you are at and stop. Once you feel you are ready to go from beginner to intermediate, read on in the book. Lots of pictures, if you need them for inspiration. Great book, covers a lot more than just lifting weights. Covers all aspects of bodybuilding and health, both mental and physical. Truly a must for those that are not just into bodybuilding, but weight training as well. It has allowed me to understand a lot more about the human body and the sport. There is all so a section exclusively for female lifters.

Gerard Thorne's MuscleMag Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding is a fantastic book for those who are advanced in the sport of bodybuilding, or for those who are just beginning. This book gives you the history of bodybuilding, the who's who of the bodybuilding world, diet and exercises to maximize your muscle growth. Everything you ever needed to know about bodybuilding is in this book. I give it 5 out of 5. With the constant change in the bodybuilding world, in diet and exercise, I hope they come out with a new (updated) edition soon.

An easy to follow guide for excellent gains in the gym. This book provides an extensive reference for any beginner looking to improve their muscle mass. If you are new to bodybuilding, I would definitely recommend this book.

This book can save years in the gym to the novice. Good illustrations with easy reading. This is a must if your serious about this sport!

After reading many books on Bodybuilding I rank this at the top. I have never read such a complete book,nor such a easy to follow book. I am quit pleased to see how the is broken down into mini books and then chapters. I would recomend this book to any male or female advanced to beginning bodybuilder it has been a great help to me !The new generation Bodybuilder!! :Miguel