I would like to get some suggestions on various training and dietary books that you all feel are above the curve. Basically the best. I took note of the books listed in the Alphabet of Manliness Article and I was wondering if there were any others. thanks
this is just my opinion, but for routines and nutrition, T-Nation is really good. the books about weightlifting i look at are mostly for motivation: like arnold’s encyclopedia, and education of a bodybuilder
beyond brawn is a fun read, i use some of mcrobert’s ideas. but i think he takes it a little far
The book I used to get me into the whole fitness/diet/training “thing” was Burn the Fat: Feed the Muscle by Tom Venuto. It an online E-Book that runs 39 dollars. It’s a bit pricey, but it is veerrryyy informative .
But I am sure after spending a few months on this site reading all day you could probably get most of the info from the book for free.
In any event, if you are interested go to www.burnthefat.com
Okay, I know I’m going to get flamed for this, but here’s my recommendation.
The e-book “The Sports Book” by DB Hammer
I know a lot of people don’t like the Inno-Sport controversy, but their system is great. If you’re an athlete, or just some guy trying to look better naked, then I could not recommend another book more highly.
The terminology is hard to catch on to at first, but with a few readings, and a thorough review of the articles on inno-sport.net, there is enough information to allow you to accomplish any goals.
RJ
Check out CT’s “Black Book”
For bodybuilding T-Nation has the best stuff I’ve found.
For conditioning, check out Ross Enamait’s stuff at www.rosstraining.com
Basically odd objects, sandbags, med balls, dumbell movements, rope climbs, etc.
He’s rewriting a lot of the books, infinite intensity is my favorite though.
Go to www.muscledrivethru.com … all of CT’s books on there are awesome. I learned so much from his books it’s hard to put into words. You have no idea how many questions of mine have been answered. If you want to truley understand what to do? why to do it? and how to organize yourself to reach your goals, check CT’s books out.
For beginners and/or people training for the health/fitness aspect, I’d really recommend Lou and Alwyn’s book, “The New Rules of Lifting”.
The book provides both programs and the reason for using the program. It’s an excellent and easy to read book. It’s not so helpful for more advanced lifters, but even then you may be reminded of somethings you’ve forgotten.
Question: Which of CT’s books would you guys recomend first, the Black Book or Theory and Application?
i like reading about all different forms of training. i just finished up Mike Mentzers-HIT training, it was pretty good.
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Question: Which of CT’s books would you guys recomend first, the Black Book or Theory and Application?[/quote]
It depends what kind of book you’re looking for… what are you looking to get out of the book?
[quote]MurrDawg wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Question: Which of CT’s books would you guys recomend first, the Black Book or Theory and Application?
It depends what kind of book you’re looking for… what are you looking to get out of the book?[/quote]
My primary goal is strength (planning on starting to compete in Powerlifting in the next year or so). My interests are broad though when it comes to weight training, but I think right now my main focus is on periodization/program design.
Eventually I’ll likely pick up both, but only one for now. Also, in this thread we should mention that the Black book (e-book) on the linked website has a couple new chapters not in the previously released version.
Here are some great books:"
Ian Kings:
-Get Buffed books I–>III.
-Foundations of Physical Preperation.
-How to write strength training programs.
Tudor O. Bompa: Methodology & Periodization.
Nutrient timing & optimal muscle recovery & performance
Beyond Brawn series by Stuart McRobert
Supertraining by Mel Siff
Science and practice of Strength Training by Vladimir Zatsiorsky
Ross Enamait books
From the Ground up by Dan John
The Weightlifting Encyclopedia by Arthur Dreschler
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
MurrDawg wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Question: Which of CT’s books would you guys recomend first, the Black Book or Theory and Application?
It depends what kind of book you’re looking for… what are you looking to get out of the book?
My primary goal is strength (planning on starting to compete in Powerlifting in the next year or so). My interests are broad though when it comes to weight training, but I think right now my main focus is on periodization/program design.
Eventually I’ll likely pick up both, but only one for now. Also, in this thread we should mention that the Black book (e-book) on the linked website has a couple new chapters not in the previously released version.[/quote]
For what you’re looking for, my suggestion would be “Theory and Application”… there’s a lot of great info in all the books, but that would meet your needs the best in my opinion.
[quote]MurrDawg wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
MurrDawg wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Question: Which of CT’s books would you guys recomend first, the Black Book or Theory and Application?
It depends what kind of book you’re looking for… what are you looking to get out of the book?
My primary goal is strength (planning on starting to compete in Powerlifting in the next year or so). My interests are broad though when it comes to weight training, but I think right now my main focus is on periodization/program design.
Eventually I’ll likely pick up both, but only one for now. Also, in this thread we should mention that the Black book (e-book) on the linked website has a couple new chapters not in the previously released version.
For what you’re looking for, my suggestion would be “Theory and Application”… there’s a lot of great info in all the books, but that would meet your needs the best in my opinion.[/quote]
Thanks for the help. Really it should have been obvious, how can you go wrong with a “T&A”!