Book Description
• Squat
• Bench press
• Deadlift
Photos clearly illustrating the phases of each lift are accompanied by detailed descriptions emphasizing correct technique—the key to maximizing your gains and avoiding injury.
Strength expert and powerlifting competitor Barney Groves shows how to combine the lifts into a program according to your training goals. Sample programs are included for men and women in six different weight categories. And expert powerlifters share tips that you can use to boost your own program.
Groves also explains what to eat to build strength and size, how to enhance your performance with approved supplements, how to get psyched up for lifting, and what you need to know to enter powerlifting competitions.
Publisher comments
John N. Gamble, Jr. Head strength and conditioning coach Miami Dolphins 1998 Professional Football Strength Coaches Society Coach of the Year
“The text provides a unique blend of motivational strategies and workouts that are easy to understand and use. A very helpful resource for anyone who is considering powerlifting competitions.”
Thomas R. Baechle, EdD, CSCS, *D; NSCA-CPT, *D Professor and chair, exercise science department Creighton University Former president of the National Strength & Conditioning Association NSCA Lifetime Achievement Award (1998)
