Best bodybuilding books

[Dark_Knight]

What are the best books on bodybuilding? What content do those books cover? I currently have only a couple, and I'm looking to expand my library. Any suggestions?

[brad71983]

http://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Arnold-Schwarzenegger/dp/0671633813

absolute classic, where i learned most of my exercises from and routine ideas

[Amra]

http://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Arnold-Schwarzenegger/dp/0671633813

absolute classic, where i learned most of my exercises from and routine ideas


Definitely.

If anything, its good to have around just as a reference for looking for new exercises that you forgot about.

[Defiant1]

http://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Arnold-Schwarzenegger/dp/0671633813

absolute classic, where i learned most of my exercises from and routine ideas


Definitely.

If anything, its good to have around just as a reference for looking for new exercises that you forgot about.

X20. A must have.


Also good:

Robert Wolffs "Bodybuilding 101" and "Bodybuilding 201"

John Hansens "Encyclopedia of Natural Bodybuilding"

[jimdab]

I clicked the amazon link and found from there that there is a more revised version. That one costs a few more bucks but might be worth it. I think I'll buy it.

[jimdab]

$14 in "like new - never been read" condition

I think it's about time I bought this freakin book. Reps to brad for the link. I was gonna buy the book anyways but you kinda pushed me into it here. :D

[papi93]

Get Buffed by Ian King is an excellent book that will teach you how to design your own programs. A fast read and my favorite book by far.

[Turco]

I've looked at a few over the years, but the best so far is "Natural Bodybuilding" by John Hansen.
It covers anything and everything about bodybuilding, from exercises to diet to competition prep. It won't disappoint you.

[Jimislash]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/0071383301/ref=sib_dp_pt/102-5328326-1604925#reader-link

This book helped me out alot when I got going again. He emphasizes plenty of rest as a key part to bodybuilding.

[baker]

anything by Dave Draper.

My personal favorite is Brother Iron Sister Steel

[stronglifts]

What are the best books on bodybuilding? What content do those books cover? I currently have only a couple, and I'm looking to expand my library. Any suggestions?

Starting Strength (http://stronglifts.com/starting-strength-book-review/) it will gie you a thorough understanding of how to perform the exercises & a beginner's program.

Good luck.

[egoatdoor]

Also good:

Robert Wolffs "Bodybuilding 101" and "Bodybuilding 201"

John Hansens "Encyclopedia of Natural Bodybuilding"

Ditto."Scrawny to Brawny" by Michael Mejia is also good for ectomorphs.