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Finally, a research-based book that covers all facets of optimizing the development of muscle and strength. Jim Stoppani’s Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength, Second Edition, is a comprehensive training guide and reference that provides

* definitions of key terms and concepts;

* evaluations of equipment options, including TRX, BOSU, and kettlebells;

* explanations of the role and importance of each muscle group;

* latest nutrition information for losing fat and increasing muscle mass;

* presentations of the best exercises, including body weight, for adding strength and mass; and

* descriptions and examples of many types of workouts and programs and their effects.

Choose from 381 exercises presented for 13 muscle groups and the whole body. Proper technique for each exercise is tailored to the type of resistance used, be it free weights, weight machines, or body weight. Plus, each of the 116 training programs is rated according to workout duration, the projected time frame for achieving measurable results, level of difficulty, and overall effectiveness.

Past Muscle & Fitness senior science editor Jim Stoppani covers each topic in detail. His advice will help you conquer any problem or plateau you encounter. So build your knowledge base to build a better body. Jim Stoppani’s Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength is the ultimate resource for pinpointing and achieving the results you’re seeking.

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Finally, a research-based book that covers all aspects of optimizing the development of muscle and strength.

  • Definitions of key terms and concepts;
  • Evaluations of equipment options, including trx, bosu, and kettlebells;
  • Explanations of the role and importance of each muscle group;
  • Latest nutrition information for losing fat and increasing muscle mass;
  • Presentations of the best exercises, including body weight, for adding strength and mass; and
  • Descriptions and examples of many types of workouts and programs and their effects

Choose from over 380 exercises presented for 13 muscle groups and the whole body.

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About the Author

Jim Stoppani, PhD, received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. After graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow in the prestigious John B. Pierce Laboratory and department of cellular and molecular physiology at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. For his groundbreaking research he was awarded the Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award in 2002 by the American Physiological Society. From 2002 to 2013 Stoppani was senior science editor for Muscle & Fitness, Muscle & Fitness Hers, and Flex magazines. He is currently the owner of the JYM Supplement Science and jimstoppani.com.

Stoppani has written thousands of articles on exercise, nutrition, and health. He is coauthor of the New York Times bestseller LL Cool J's Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle (Rodale, 2010) as well as Stronger Arms & Upper Body (Human Kinetics, 2009) and PrayFit (Regal 2010). He is also coauthor of the chapter "Nutritional Needs of Strength/Power Athletes" in the textbook Essentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements (Humana Press, 2008). Dr. Stoppani is the creator of the popular training and nutrition programs Shortcut to Size and Shortcut to Shred, Dr. Stoppani has been the personal nutrition and health consultant for numerous celebrity clients, such as LL Cool J, Dr. Dre, Mario Lopez, and Chris Pine.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1450459749
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Human Kinetics; Second edition (October 17, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 584 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781450459747
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1450459747
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.95 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 1.25 x 11 inches
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Jim Stoppani, PhD, received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. After graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow in the prestigious John B. Pierce Laboratory and department of cellular and molecular physiology at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. For his groundbreaking research he was awarded the Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award in 2002 by the American Physiological Society. From 2002 to 2013 Stoppani was senior science editor for Muscle & Fitness, Muscle & Fitness Hers, and Flex magazines. He is currently the owner of the JYM Supplement Science and jimstoppani.com.

Stoppani has written thousands of articles on exercise, nutrition, and health. He is coauthor of the New York Times bestseller "LL Cool J's Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle" (Rodale, 2010) as well as "Stronger Arms & Upper Body" (Human Kinetics, 2009) and "PrayFit" (Regal 2010). He is also coauthor of the chapter "Nutritional Needs of Strength/Power Athletes" in the textbook "Essentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements"(Humana Press, 2008). Dr. Stoppani is the creator of the popular training and nutrition programs Shortcut to Size and Shortcut to Shred. Dr. Stoppani has been the personal nutrition and health consultant for numerous celebrity clients, such as LL Cool J, Dr. Dre, Mario Lopez, and Chris Pine.

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WayneChicago
5.0 out of 5 stars Kindle version: Strong advanced principles work on the science of body strength and mass building.
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2015
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Strong work from a knowledgeable author on the secrets of strength and mass gains for the male or female body-builder, multi-sport athlete, or one who seeks general fitness.

I encourage a potential buyer to try the sample (Kindle) to review the expansive Table Of Contents, and read the first two provided chapters to enjoy the quality of writing--a true pleasure to read--and to appreciate the overall content of this book. Some might be reluctant to purchase the book for $15, but, with no advertising, no BS, just straight science-backed information, this nearly 600-page tome has the "meat" of at least 30 bodybuilding magazines--maybe more. Lovely and worthwhile to find it all in one place.

I appreciate that Jim has a science background (even if this fact is over-touted online, in particular the kitschy test tubes and food-colored water on some of those videos--silly!), but there is no questioning the fact that he backs up his opinions with facts in this encyclopedic book. MOst books, including classic such as Arnold's encyclopedia, are anecdotal evidence based on the one man's experience. While Stoppani does share his experiences, it is refreshing to find actual citations to scientific studies within the text; the author appears to be a man on a mission to find scientific truths, rather than relying on anecdote or myth.

Finally, I can attest that this book (other than the first fifty pages or so) is not a simple re-hashing of basic information that anyone who has hung out at a gym for three-months would know; it is an advanced program of fitness routines, specific exercises, and nutritional advice for those who already know the basics, but who want to take it to the next level.

Pleased with the purchase. I appreciate the Kindle format for my Paperwhite, iPad, and MacBook, as the photos, figures, and charts are displayed well. I had thought that I wanted the paper version to allow flipping to pertinent sections, but one reviewer mentioned the cheaply thin paper (tsk tsk, Human Kinetics Publishing) and I wanted this book in pristine form for life. Some books stink in Kindle format, but this one is readable and excellently formatted by a professional publisher (Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois) and not just a Kindle self-published mess. The copy here is clean, as are the photos and images, and pleasing to the eyes and mind.

Enjoy! Thanks, Dr. Stoppani.
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Jeremy
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a great resource. Tnis book is filled a bunch of ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2016
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Typical Dr. Stoppani awesomeness! I've been lifting for a year so I've still got tons to learn. But what I have accomplished and learned so far is based on factual information. No bro science. This book is a great resource. Tnis book is filled a bunch of different lifting routines to accomplish different goals. It is also full of great nutrition info to obtain this goals. There is also a section that shows and explains tons of different exercises.
Stoppani has developed systems to gain muscle and burn fat at the same time using some amazing techniques that are based on factual data. Ya have to dedicate yourself to see the results ya want. You have to eat certain amounts of certain foods at specific times. Ya gotta use the right supplements also. In the gym, ya gotta dedicate yourself to the gym and the programs. If ya do, you'll be amazed!
As previously stated, I've been lifting for a year. I stumbled into lifting after following some bad diet advice. I went from 240 to 200 in two months. My body freaked out at the sudden weight loss and started preserving fat (its fuel source) and started burning muscle. So I quit that diet, and started lifting according to Stoppani's routines. Within this year, I've gained weight and an insane amount of muscle mass. Now I'm back up to 240 but it's mostly muscle. I didn't follow his nutrition regiment as well as j should have (a bit of dirty bulking). As a result, I've got a bit of fat to burn off, so I'm currently doing his Supershred 8 to burn fat and again gain muscle.
I should clarify that I'm 6'1 so 240 isn't a huge number for me.
Check this book out, it's a wonderful resource at a very affordable price.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Really great
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2018
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This is a *must-read* for strength and conditioning trainers, athletes, and Pre-athletes. It’s got a gigantic amount of useful information and presented in clear and easy to read formats including well drawn graphs and well done photos. I cannot imagine how he managed to pack so much into one book and also get as ripped as he is. Perhaps he went a bit overboard on the tat’s which tended to keep me skeptical, but I was completely unfair there, it’s a genuinely great book (and woefully rare works extremely well in Kindle format!).

I would say as a Gym owner and certified strength coach that there are 3 giant authors you must not pass up. One is Mark Rippetoe, Starting Strength (really, it’s the “Talmud” of barbell training), next are Pavel’s books on Kettlebell training, and 3rd is Jim’s book here. There are many other great writers of note: Dan John, because he is just so much fun to read (though I just don’t believe the goblet squat he raves about is worth doing, sorry), Michael Lewis does a very good job, lessor known perhaps but brilliantly thought through is Angelo Grinceri’s book on dynamic cable work (Intrinsic Strength Training) , Michael Boyle is your go-to guy for functional training, even Jim Wendler deserves honorable mention for giving many people a useful year long program, but the among these: the first 3 mentioned are the most powerful and life altering. Don’t pass them up.
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jeff
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative
Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2024
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Really great in depth information. Really easy to read and all the tools to get your fitness journey started or back on track.
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Bhavin
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 25, 2021
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Phenomenal book, very detailed science backed book, easy to read and typically written in Jim style. Great detail on how to create programs to build muscle or strength or lose fat. Lots of programs to choose from with given sets and rep ranges. The second part of the book explains the different exercises but is not as detailed as other books - before and after pictures with short description. All in all I should have bought this book before I started lifting weights!
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Neema
5.0 out of 5 stars Wealth of information
Reviewed in India on September 13, 2021
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Fantastic read - for a newbie like me i think this is the best fitness guide i could have asked for. From the fundamentals of strength and muscle building to the details of various training programs, its' a must have book. Just wished the images were in colour considering the price.
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FABRICIO CARVALHO
5.0 out of 5 stars Ótima referência.
Reviewed in Brazil on October 16, 2018
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O livro aborda de modo sistemático e prático a questão do treinamento para aquisição de força e volume muscular. Discute-se periodização, nutrição e demais aspectos associados à prática do treinamento físico. Excelente referência. Recomendo.
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Ben A Fobister
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality 👌
Reviewed in Australia on September 23, 2022
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100% :) man knows his stuff. Big help :)
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