[djhaycock]

So many books, so many programs...

Here are my experiences and what I think so far.

The Testosterone Advantage Plan
By: Lou Schuler

This is what started it all for me. I thought the book was easy to read and entertaining while backing up the arguments with good references. The "meal" plans were awesome. Not because of the break down, but because it truly showed you that you can eat good food that is good for you and probably more than you imagined. Next came the workouts. I communicated with Mike Mejia and Lou Schuler and they actually had me expand phase 2 of the workouts by 3 weeks and I saw great results. The first 2 weeks were brutal because of the repetitiveness of the exercises, but Phases 2 & 3 really provided some variety. I probably lost around 25 - 30 lbs on this.

I have yet to do the Advanced Program, but I did start it and it was tough.

The ABS Diet
By: Zinczenko

Good information, good but boring (read repetitive) workouts. The book itself is tough to read, but the content is great. I myself don't like doing the same workout 3x a week, but definitely saw results in a short time from this. I didn't stick to it for the full 6 weeks, but like I said, I could see visible results.

Get Buffed
By: Ian King

Great book by Ian King. Ian really believes in "time under tension" and really kicks your arse with some very "simplistic" workouts. Very good training information, not much on nutrition. Couple the workouts in this book with good solid nutrition and you should see some awesome results.

***** For more killer Ian King workouts check out T-Mag for 12 weeks to super strength, limping, and awesome Abs.

The Book of Muscle
By: Lou Schuler (The Testosterone Advantage Plan) and Ian King (Get Buffed.)

I am currently reading this. I skipped ahead and looked at the workouts and they look awesome as usual. The information looks pretty solid and really begins to break information on muscles and muscle building down to a whole other level for someone not familiar with how the body works. I am impressed thus far.

Strength Training Anatomy
By: Fredric Delavier

Not exactly a program or guide. It just breaks the body parts down into different chapters that shows you what muscles are being worked by different
exercises. Very good resource if you're not sure what exercises to put into a self made program or if you're not sure if the exercise you're doing is working the right muscles. This is a must have for your library/collection.

Now regarding programs, there are thousands to choose from. I'm sure you will find some great ones on here to help you along or at least a link or reference as to where to get the programs.