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jvernacchio · 03-20-2008, 12:31 PM

Pick up

Starting Strength by Mark Ripptoe

OR

New Rules of Lifting by Schuler and Cosgrove

OR

Mens Health Power Training by Robert Dos Remedios

OR

Muscle Revolution by Chad Waterbury

Those are some of the best purchases I have made over the last few years they all teach you sound lifting philosophies for a beginner. All of them emphasize "core strength" development by utilizing compound lifts. If you have a weak back you are going to want to strengthen your core to avoid injuries. Having broken my lower back (in 96) I can tell you having a strong core will make the recovery process all that much easier.

Just check your ego at the door take it slow and build up your strength slowly, keeping track of your lifting progress. I am sure others will throw in many more books that are beneficial as well.

03-20-2008, 12:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
jvernacchio Dispenser of Knowledge Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Modesto, California Posts: 1,018 My Profile	Pick up Starting Strength by Mark Ripptoe OR New Rules of Lifting by Schuler and Cosgrove OR Mens Health Power Training by Robert Dos Remedios OR Muscle Revolution by Chad Waterbury Those are some of the best purchases I have made over the last few years they all teach you sound lifting philosophies for a beginner. All of them emphasize "core strength" development by utilizing compound lifts. If you have a weak back you are going to want to strengthen your core to avoid injuries. Having broken my lower back (in 96) I can tell you having a strong core will make the recovery process all that much easier. Just check your ego at the door take it slow and build up your strength slowly, keeping track of your lifting progress. I am sure others will throw in many more books that are beneficial as well. __________________ Never underestimate the predictability of stupidity.