The Everything Guide to Weight Training Book: Tone, Shape, and Strengthen Your Bodyfor a Longer, Healthier Life

by Oteri, Brett

• ISBN13: 9781598696493
• ISBN10: 1598696491
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-12-01
• Publisher: SIMON & SCHUSTER INC

Summary

The benefits of weight training stretch far beyond the gym. Medical professionals everywhere have sung the praises of this workout regimen. It can strengthen bones and even prevent disease and injury - for both men and women. Completely updated and revised, this guide is the perfect resource for anyone who wants to learn how to: diet safely and design a nutrition plan; stretch properly; add cardio to a weight-training schedule; stay motivated and prevent injury; find the right personal trainer; and more! Featuring 100 step-by-step photos depicting proper weight-training techniques, this book gives easy instructions for performing beginner, intermediate, and advanced workouts. Whether people want to train at home or in the gym, this easy-to-use guide will help them develop muscles and burn body fat so they can feel - and look - their best! This edition includes completely new material on nutrition, cardiovascular exercise, training while traveling, and finding the right gym.