Forget everything you ever learned about strength training. Whether you're just an occasional lifter or a gym rat who lives next to the dumbbell racks, there's a good chance that nearly everything you're doing is wrong. This programme replaces outdated myths with the newest findings at the vanguard of the strength-training world.
Readers will discover: how to add as much as 50 pounds to their bench press in just 12 weeks, with no single workout session taking longer than 30 minutes; hundreds of exercise variations and information on tailoring workouts to one's body type, lifestyle and goals; definitive answers to dozens of fitness debates, such as: can you get an aerobic workout by lifting faster? Does the "slow burn" technique work? What's the best time of day to life?
In addition to exercises for each muscle group, there are sections devoted to flexibility, cardio workouts, nutrition, and sports performance.