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Jul 20, 2018 17:13:21 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jul 20, 2018 17:13:21 GMT
Great books everyone but I must admit I don't rate the Kavadlo brothers, strong and ripped yes, big no, not their fault I know it was their publisher stretching out their bodies on their book covers, Marlon Birch had the same done. Some of the other books I have read, of course as all books, some good, some not so good. Marlons books are not bad, but six days per week I would say is a little to much fire me. I see not many have mentioned Bronze Bow books. I was going to put an emoji here but I am on my kindle fire and I don't know how to. Keep up the good work folks. Keith
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Jul 24, 2018 10:54:57 GMT
Post by TexasRanger on Jul 24, 2018 10:54:57 GMT
I've read one of Marlon's books on Kindle and unfortunately, there was quite a bit of misinformation or so many mistakes that I couldn't finish the book. I'd suggest with any publication, read the author's content with a critical eye.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2018 11:55:28 GMT
I've read one of Marlon's books on Kindle and unfortunately, there was quite a bit of misinformation or so many mistakes that I couldn't finish the book. I'd suggest with any publication, read the author's content with a critical eye. What's your view on whether Marlon genuinely exercises that way?
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Post by TexasRanger on Jul 24, 2018 11:59:45 GMT
Bodybuilding / physique training: - Zane's books were always an inspiration as that was the "looK' I always aspired to...I had Arnold's first publication, but, Zane was was "it" for me. - Mike Mentzer's old training pamphlets woke me up to smarter training -- less wasted sets and reps, more quality. - Ellington Darden's The Bodyfat Breakthough...simple, effective ideas on applying HIT, water for fat loss, sleep. IMHO this is his best training book to date. Isometrics: - John Little's Max Contraction. Published in Dec 2003, the first part of the book includes a huge amount of information on the history of isometric training along with more current science. (BTW, JP's isometric book has most of Little's history and it was published a few years later...hmmm.) - 70 Second Difference. While you can read 100% of the history cited by the authors in Little's book, they show how to apply the method to a short, doable home workout. BTW, one of the authors showed up at the Minnesota State Fair a couple of years ago and knocked out 12 (?) chins in very good form despite his training being focused on isometrics. Bodyweight: - Convict Conditioning. A lot of convict hype and claims (true? not true?). Some simply bad information -- eg pushups cure shoulder injuries? No...they don't. But overlook those items and you've got a great look on sensible progressions. I've probably purchased four (?) copies as gifts for nephews, friends as a great getting started program. - Lots of other very, very good options such as Anthony Arvanitakis' books. Endurance and Intervals: - Run Less Run Faster...the ideas in this book can be applied to running, cycling, etc. Simply, you don't need to do "serious" endurance training more than 3x per week. - Interval Training by Fox...first published in the 70s (?), it has a comprehensive plan for training that still holds up. - Other good options include Dr. Al Sears' Pace book (lots of training programs), Phil Campbell's Sprint 8. With Campbell's book, the actual sprint training section is probably a handful pages in relation to the rest of the book. Honorable Mention: - Ben Greenfield's Beyond Fitness. A training bible in and of itself, it is probably the most comprehensive book for training I've seen that covers endurance training, fat loss, diet, strength training, etc. It may not appeal to some because of its focus on endurance, but, I'd recommend his website for ideas and then see what you think. The guy walks his talk and also has the educational background. - Eat Stop Eat. The bible of IF...think Brad got the 16/8 method popularized and has the scientific references. - Living with a SEAL. By Jesse Itzler, our introduction / first glimpse of former SEAL David Goggins...a fast, hilarious read that is both inspirational (makes you want to go for a run) and makes you re-think are you really giving 100% to your family, life, job. And currently reading... The UnknownsDr. Fung's Diabetes Code The Russian Hoax
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Jul 24, 2018 12:16:14 GMT
Post by TexasRanger on Jul 24, 2018 12:16:14 GMT
I've read one of Marlon's books on Kindle and unfortunately, there was quite a bit of misinformation or so many mistakes that I couldn't finish the book. I'd suggest with any publication, read the author's content with a critical eye. What's your view on whether Marlon genuinely exercises that way? Whiffet - I honestly don't know. However...there was an article on the web when he first appeared on JP's old board that highlighted him training at the same gym as bodybuilder Rick Wayne and I believe there was mention of association elsewhere with a couple of other bb'ers who lift and no doubt juice. (Not accusing Marlon of juicing in any shape nor suggesting any such thing...) But why, if you're not lifting, would you be at a gym, etc.? I know others have had the same question. And pretty good quads for not lifting. Will leave it at that... Rick Wayne:
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2018 13:04:18 GMT
I notice Marlon Birch flogging the Charles Atlas Dynamic Tension course on Amazon...
He's changed the title, did say Dynamic Tension and now Power Isotonics.
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Jul 24, 2018 13:24:21 GMT
Post by TexasRanger on Jul 24, 2018 13:24:21 GMT
I notice Marlon Birch flogging the Charles Atlas Dynamic Tension course on Amazon...
He's changed the title, did say Dynamic Tension and now Power Isotonics.
Henry - Do you have Kindle? Don't know about Amazon in Canada, but, you can download Marlon's eBook for free. Yes, a lot of Atlas' course.
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Jul 24, 2018 13:43:25 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2018 13:43:25 GMT
I don't have a kindle account, the Kindle books don't show as free to me.
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Jul 24, 2018 18:58:56 GMT
Post by TexasRanger on Jul 24, 2018 18:58:56 GMT
And I forgot to include Heavyhands by my late friend, Dr. Schwartz. His ideas in that book did a lot to help with my training/conditioning.
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Jul 24, 2018 20:36:24 GMT
Post by gruntbrain on Jul 24, 2018 20:36:24 GMT
HeavyHands principles have influenced my approach to exercise for over 30 years . My daily use of a suspension device is an example of applying Len's principles : strength/cardio
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Jul 25, 2018 0:49:57 GMT
Post by Deuce Gunner on Jul 25, 2018 0:49:57 GMT
I notice Marlon Birch flogging the Charles Atlas Dynamic Tension course on Amazon...
He's changed the title, did say Dynamic Tension and now Power Isotonics.
The Charles Atlas website will sue you in a minute over certain terms. That was probably the reason for the name change.
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Jul 30, 2018 15:13:28 GMT
Post by stormshadow on Jul 30, 2018 15:13:28 GMT
Some really goods one that I like already mentioned.
Also like :
Powerlifting Basics, Texas-Style: The Adventures of Lope Delk 1st Edition by Paul Kelso (Author)
THE Complete Keys to Progress Paperback – December 1, 1993 by John McCallum (Author)
This is my absolute favorite. A true classic and cannot recommend highly enough. Out of print though. It covers barbells, weights, free hand exercises and cables/expanders. Got me on the right path when I was a kid. No nonsense sensible advice.
Muscle Building for Beginners Paperback by Michael Fallon (Author), Jim Saunders (Author)
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Jul 30, 2018 15:15:30 GMT
Post by stormshadow on Jul 30, 2018 15:15:30 GMT
I agree with this about the Fallon book
Michael Fallon & Jim Saunders, Muscle Building for Beginners (1960, another British book reissued by Arco). Had at the same time as Kirkley. It's amazing how much info in this book could still offer solid advice to an aspiring trainer. It also had great pix of Leroy Colbert, Joe Abbenda, Tony Sansone, Art Harris, Dave Draper, Melvin Wells, Irvin Koszewski, & Harold Poole. The pix of the guys who weren't big names were as good. Remembered another great one
George W. Kirkley, Weight Lifting & Weight Training (1963, a British book that Arco Publishing Company, Inc., reissued in the States in both hardback & paper covers). I had it circa 1969 when my parents bought me one of those starter dumbbell/barbell sets from Sears (remember those?). Kirkley was into competitive weightlifting, so he didn't talk much about bodybuilding competition, but he did have pix of Reg Park which freaked me out. He was the first "name" bodybuilder I ever saw pictured.
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Jul 30, 2018 15:36:52 GMT
Post by mr potatohead on Jul 30, 2018 15:36:52 GMT
I think it's great that you agree with yourself, m8!
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Jul 30, 2018 16:01:22 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2018 16:01:22 GMT
My favourite exercise book has gotta be charles Bronson solitary fitness , I had the book when it first came out years ago and still use it till this day !
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