For the estimated 26 million Americans lifting weights in 1987, here is the most complete book ever published on weight training. Features an easy-to-use format with one-page training programs that can be photocopied. Over 2,000 illustrations, 45 photos.
Bill Pearl is a legend. Aside from being a physiological freak, he was a powerful intellectual force, and an experimental wizard. An inspiration to anyone who wanted to build their body for any sport, a role model for vegetarians, Bill has written this encyclopedia of how to develop your muscles.
Best weight-training book I've ever used. It was the textbook for my college class on Weight Training back in the day at NCSU, and the basic principles still stand. Clear illustrations and sample routines for a variety of sports make this book a classic in the genre.
As a kid in High-School, I came across this book in the library and it helped me a lot in terms of putting putting together exercise programs for the gym. Recently I saw it on Amazon, used, for a great price and going trough it again I couldn't help but think how indispensable it still is.