{"product":{"product_id":"0684857219","title":"The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding : The Bible of Bodybuilding, Fully Updated and Revised","price":"24.99","image_url":"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51W9o9b28+L._SL500_.jpg","url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/0684857219"},"comments":[{"body":"Read! If you’re not sure who will have good foundational material, I think we can all agree The Governor knows a thing or two. Arnold has a “Bodybuilding Encyclopedia” that is for both beginners and advanced lifters, with a huge range of info that even covers nutrition. It’s massive and inexpensive. It can be bought on [Amazon.](https://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=bodybuilding+encyclopedia\u0026amp;qid=1562151808\u0026amp;s=gateway\u0026amp;sprefix=bodybuilding+enc\u0026amp;sr=8-1)","subreddit_name":"WinStupidPrizes","author":"RanchCornNutsYes"},{"body":"Youtube is dog shit. Everyone has the latest and greatest. This is all you need. Tired and true techniques whos job it is to be in shape. \r\n\r\n\u0026amp;#x200B;\r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=tmm\\_pap\\_swatch\\_0?\\_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=\u0026amp;sr=","subreddit_name":"beginnerfitness","author":"FirstLightFitness"},{"body":"Yes of course; here is the book I read cover-cover to get the workout programs that got to me to where I am at today [The sacred meat head Bible](https://www.amazon.ca/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3T8117LHNC0FZ\u0026amp;keywords=arnold+encyclopedia\u0026amp;qid=1662656337\u0026amp;sprefix=arnolds+enc%2Caps%2C111\u0026amp;sr=8-1)","subreddit_name":"progresspics","author":"BarbarianPresident"},{"body":"I like the Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding by Arnold is good and mostly relevant. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0684857219/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_EZ1YSZNDQTT781737ZKH\r\n\r\n\r\nStarting Strength is pretty good, but can be a bit *too* in depth, in my opinion. \r\n\r\n\r\nOtherwise I *really* suggest YouTube as a means of learning new info, especially if you're a visual learner like me. There are a variety of good channels such as Athlean-X, mountaindog, etc.","subreddit_name":"personaltraining","author":"Code3LI"},{"body":"[New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding - \"The Bible\"](https://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2QCBNYWLI7CD4\u0026amp;dchild=1\u0026amp;keywords=bodybuilding+encyclopedia\u0026amp;qid=1602255728\u0026amp;sprefix=bodybuilding+en%2Caps%2C130\u0026amp;sr=8-2)","subreddit_name":"bodybuilding","author":"Dz3015"},{"body":"I took it from [his book](https://www.amazon.co.uk/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=arnold+schwarzenegger+book\u0026amp;qid=1574152302\u0026amp;sprefix=arn\u0026amp;sr=8-1).  But yeah, i've found it really good and have made a lot of progress on it.  The rep schemes also give me a good range of lower weight - high reps and higher weight - low reps, which has pushed on strength and hypertrophy.","subreddit_name":"naturalbodybuilding","author":"young_london"},{"body":"I thoroughly enjoyed Arnold's [Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding](https://www.amazon.ca/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219).\r\n\r\nIt has a great mix of info on training, diet, actual workouts, show prep, and some stories from his glory days.  The thing is massive.","subreddit_name":"gainit","author":"Tanag"},{"body":"Just skip all theae \"fad\" routines and go straight to [\"The Bible\"](https://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219). These routines will take you from beginner to as high as you want to go, and give you great diet plan, and basically every single thing you need to know and do. I've been progressing through the routines for almost 7 years, and it is all anyone would ever need. Believe that. ","subreddit_name":"fitness30plus","author":"Russkiy_To_Youskiy"},{"body":"\u0026gt; That does not mean that a program with a frequency of 3 is not the best.\r\n\r\nHow are you defining frequency here?\r\n\r\n\u0026gt; Also what do you do?\r\n\r\nThe one no one seems to want to talk about, hilariously. \r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1509371909\u0026amp;sr=8-1\u0026amp;keywords=arnold%27s+encyclopedia+on+modern+bodybuilding\r\n\r\nPretty much the only thing I use, short of a little Mark Rippetoe for compound lift technique and Eric Helms for nutrition. \r\n\r\nAntagonist-pair 2-day split. I do it twice a week (4 days total in the gym) - Arnold's suggestion of 3x per week is insanity for a non-pro.\r\n\r\nDay A: Legs \u0026amp; Arms (inc. shoulders)\r\nDay B: Chest, Back, Core\r\n","subreddit_name":"PurplePillDebate","author":"Merger-Arbitrage"},{"body":"Oh man, I don't like that article very much at all. \r\n\r\n\u0026gt; A balanced program means that you’re not training the front of your body more than the back or the upper part of your body more than the lower. \r\n\r\nI think this is nonsense. Training your chest and back are different. Training your upper and lower body are different. Different body parts respond differently to volume. \r\n\r\nOne example I can think of: The general consensus in the strength training community is to format your pushing/pulling at a 2:3 ratio. You need to do more pulling volume than pushing volume because your back is used in more lifts/natural movements than your chest/shoulders. \r\n\r\nAnother example: Schwarzenegger said in his [Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding](https://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219) that it took him forever to realize that his arm with effectively 60% tricep and 40% bicep (bro science is real science sometimes I guess) and that he should train them with a 3:2 ratio triceps:biceps as well. \r\n\r\n\u0026gt; 4 Parts – knee, hip, push, pull\r\n\r\nThis part really gets me. Calling squats a knee exercise and deadlifts a hip exercise is like calling an 8 course meal \"salad\".\r\n\r\n\u0026gt; Push:\r\n\r\n\u0026gt;Anything that looks like a bench press or a pushup\r\n\r\nThe main pushing movement for sports like ultimate should be Overhead Press because it requires alignment and strengthening of the entire posterior chain. \r\n\r\nI also think using lunges as a main movement the same way we use squats/press/deadlifts is silly. Sure, lunges work some very important muscle groups and you definitely do lunges in ultimate as a part of the sport, but training them the same way you train squats/deadlifts is setting yourself up for injury. Lunges should be used as a volume exercise imo.","subreddit_name":"ultimate","author":"cavalier_tj"},{"body":"I'd suggest this book if you are just starting out with fitness/body building in general. https://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219\r\n\r\nIf you have Air Force ROTC at the college you want to get your masters degree from that will only make your military transition even easier as they can write you good testimonials and help open doors. \r\n\r\nThe military in general, active or reserve, will not make you into a fit body. The transitional period during boot camp (That good old 13 week fun course) is only going to give you average fitness levels. They just want to train you enough to pass the fitness test, because that is their job. If you want to do anything beyond that you will have to do it on your own (and on your own time). Fitness is a habit that can be gained through repeated action just like everything else. ","subreddit_name":"USMCboot","author":"Apdravenop"},{"body":"I recommend Arnold's book. I have been reading it for a while it is five books in one. You will learn about everything. one of the books included is chest exercises with full pictures and instructions. \r\nhttp://www.amazon.com/The-New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding/dp/0684857219\r\nGood luck. \r\n","subreddit_name":"Fitness","author":"OGAG99"},{"body":"Grab a copy of [Schwarzenegger's Encyclopedia of Body Building.](http://www.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1449508890\u0026amp;sr=8-1\u0026amp;keywords=encyclopedia+of+bodybuilding) This book is perfect for beginners who need to learn how to build muscle mass. It explains both diet and exercise. There are workout routines in the book that should help you get started.","subreddit_name":"Fitness","author":"AIDS12"},{"body":"what's a good book taht goes behind the 'why' and 'how' in getting fit / building muscle? I've looked into [this one](http://smile.amazon.com/New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding-Updated/dp/0684857219/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1446832724\u0026amp;sr=8-1\u0026amp;keywords=bodybuilding+encyclopedia) by Arnie, do you know any others?\r\n","subreddit_name":"Fitness","author":"Dr-Vader"},{"body":"Hey, choose the right gym.  I like Planet Fitness.  It's cheap.  And there is no judging you.  And they are good to ensure no assholes abound, but there are assholes everywhere, right?  How about the YMCA?  Better yet, visit several gyms and find one that feels \"good\" to you.  Be comfortable with it, the people there, and the locker room too.  If you are going to spend a lot of time showering, etc, to and from work to the gym, go for a more spendy place like Lifetime Fitness, which tends to be more upscale yet still affordable, and the neanderthal level is pretty low.  Get a personal trainer for a while.  They will show you the ropes and train you on all the machines and basic exercises and fill you in on etiquette.  Now, go to the used bookstore, and purchase yourself  Arnold's New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding.  It's all you'll really need. And still the best overall book out there.   Now go lift and be the best you can be.\r\n\r\nhttp://www.amazon.com/The-New-Encyclopedia-Modern-Bodybuilding/dp/0684857219","subreddit_name":"Fitness","author":"JohnFell"}]}