Encyclopedia of muscle & strength / Jim Stoppani.

Core concepts -- Training variables -- Training cycles -- Strength training equipment -- Tactics for building muscle mass -- Programs for building muscle mass -- Training cycles for building muscle mass -- Tactics for maximizing strength -- Programs for maximizing strength -- Training cycles for gaining maximal strength -- Chest -- Shoulders -- Back -- Trapezius -- Triceps -- Biceps -- Forearms -- Quadriceps -- Hamstrings and glutes -- Calves -- Abdominals -- Whole body.

Provides:definitions of key terms and concepts,evaluations of equipment options-including the top innovations,explanations of the role and importance of each muscle group,presentations of the best exercises for adding strength and mass,and descriptions and examples of many types of workouts and programs and their effects.