Arnold's Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding by Bill Dobbins and Arnold Schwarzenegger (1987, Trade Paperback)

The BEST book on body-building ever published

Text is clear and specific. Photos--and there are MANY--are excellent. Anatomical drawings are excellent and very helpful. All exercises are described VERY accurately, including what NOT to do or how NOT to do it. Great chapters on routines, diet, injuries. Index is HUGE and easy to find what you're looking for there. An old copy like this is just as good as one publshed yesterday. Some things never change! I keep it by my weightlifting gear and refer to it VERY often. This book IS an encyclopedia. This book is geared towards "free weights" not fancy exercise equipment. If you like the clang of metal weights and getting down on your hands and knees to change the poundage on the bar, this is the book for you. This is not a book for yuppies, but it is a book for ALL ages and ALL body types. And best of all, it's VERY inspirational. It helps you build YOUR body, not look like Arnold Schwarzenegger. I've had my copy since about 1982.
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Great read.

Really good read but book was pretty beat up, my original copy was in better shape and I bought it 34 years ago. The binding on it was coming loose but the book wasn't torn up. This is the only reason this copy was rated at 4 stars.Read full review

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Good for the Basics

Therdis a lot of good information in this book for the beginnung bidy builder. The book reads easily and quickly for its size. I do wish Arnold went into more detail in some sections as this will feel like review of the basics for most people who are already into body building. Overall, good book!Read full review

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This book has been loved. It's in better...

This book has been loved. It's in better shape than me especially considering its almost 40 years old!

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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Encyclopedia of Body Building

Excellent source for anyone serious about body building & health.

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Training

Good start for beginners to advanced 👍

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Thank you

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Classic!

As relevant today as it was in 1980, a great reference for anyone interested in training. Refreshing with the non-BS approach, no fluffing and cheerleading...

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Book.

Great book thanks.