"With science as the backbone and loaded with in-depth practical advice, "Serious Strength Training" provides a carefully constructed step-by-step approach. This is a good addition to the library of bodybuilders of all levels." Muscle & Fitness, August 1998 "In their book, "Serious Strength Training," the authors outline a workout routine that takes into consideration family obligations and hectic holiday seasons. It's about time! You will find programs for entry-level, recreational, and advanced strength trainers and body builders. This book is excellent." MA Training, March 1999 "Serious Strength Training "gives us the ultimate advice because authors Di Pasquale and Bompa are the world's most recognized authorities on nutrition and training."Robert Kennedy Publisher, MuscleMag International, Oxygen, and American Health & Fitness Serious Strength Training "brings science into the gym. Hone your workouts with the most effective, efficient exercises and get the gains you deserve for your sweat and effort."Steve Holman Editor in chief, Ironman magazine "From the Journal of Sports and Sports Sciences" A book which should be in possession of all coaches and trainers as well as the libraries around the world.

Part 1 Science of strength training: adapting to the training stimulus; training methods for the ultimate physique; designing the perfect programme; accelerating progress through muscle recovery; maximizing nutrition for muscle growth; nutritional supplements. Part 2 Maximum stimulation exercises: choosing the best exercise; lower-body exercises; upper-body exercises. Part 3 The six phases of training: anatomical adaptation (AA); hypertrophy (H); mixed training (M); maximum strength (MxS); muscle definition (MD); transition (T).