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04-08-2008, 06:18 PM
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Eric Cressey - Maximum Strength
Figured folks here would be interested in this, I haven't seen it mentioned before.
Everything EC does is worth reading, I would get it just for the mobility stuff
check it out Maximum Strength
Table of Contents
Foreword by Dr. John Berardi
Introduction
Chapter 1: Why Stronger is Better
Chapter 2: Building Strength
Chapter 3: Maximum Strength Program Overview
Chapter 4: What to Expect
Chapter 5: Maximum Strength Warm-ups
Chapter 6: Phase 1: Foundation
Chapter 7: Phase 2: Build
Chapter 8: Phase 3: Growth
Chapter 9: Phase 4: Peak
Chapter 10: Nutrition for Maximum Strength
Chapter 11: The Muscle Between Your Ears
Chapter 12: Maximum Strength for Life
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Last edited by MindPower : 04-08-2008 at 06:20 PM.
Reason: added some stuff
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04-08-2008, 06:21 PM
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I ordered it a couple days ago. I'll post my opinion after I read it.
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04-08-2008, 07:18 PM
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I'm looking to possibly order it. I need a program for the off-season, my first permanent off-season. Seems to me that it's worth the $20.
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04-08-2008, 07:21 PM
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04-09-2008, 07:12 AM
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Looks to be a good read, not sure if I'll pick this one up though.
That reminds me, I should get me a copy of Magnificent Mobility, and possibly Inside Out.
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04-09-2008, 07:27 AM
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Thanks for the link, Depalma!
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"Don't spend your life wishing. Spend it doing." -FishrCutB8
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04-09-2008, 11:31 AM
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This should be an instant purchase for everyone.
Training with Eric changed my life. No longer do I have horrible posture, no shoulders/weak back/and embarrassing lift 1RMs.
Buy this. Seriously, it will be the best $20 you ever spent.
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04-11-2008, 05:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Simon C
Looks to be a good read, not sure if I'll pick this one up though.
That reminds me, I should get me a copy of Magnificent Mobility, and possibly Inside Out.
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What's Inside out?
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05-10-2008, 01:53 PM
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I just wanted bring this thread back up instead of starting a new one. I just got Starting Strength in the mail yesterday, and have read about half of it so far. It's a really a great read and Cressey knows his stuff.
I can't wait to finish up my last segment of powertraining so I can start this program. I haven't really ever lifted for strength before, I have just mainly done hypertrophy base programs trying to get "bigger". I believe that this is my down fall for not getting progressively stronger and bigger in the gym.
Was mainly just saying how I really recommend Starting Strength as a good book, and was wondering if any other people have read it or started on the program. Any thoughts?
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05-10-2008, 02:35 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by maxattack
I just wanted bring this thread back up instead of starting a new one. I just got Starting Strength in the mail yesterday, and have read about half of it so far. It's a really a great read and Cressey knows his stuff.
I can't wait to finish up my last segment of powertraining so I can start this program. I haven't really ever lifted for strength before, I have just mainly done hypertrophy base programs trying to get "bigger". I believe that this is my down fall for not getting progressively stronger and bigger in the gym.
Was mainly just saying how I really recommend Starting Strength as a good book, and was wondering if any other people have read it or started on the program. Any thoughts?
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To avoid confusion, "Starting Strength" is an excellent book, but it was written by Mark Rippetoe and Lon Kilgore. Cressey's book is " Maximum Strength".
I have it and I've read through it. It's a fantastic routine that keeps in mind the "average Joe" lifter. If you've read most of Cressey's stuff, you'll recognize a good bit of it. However, it is very cool to see it presented as an "entire package". I'll be doing it sometime this summer. |
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05-10-2008, 02:41 PM
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Thanks for that Ian, good to know and the fact you'll be doing it yourself speaks for itself 
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05-10-2008, 03:53 PM
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I've been through the program and it is awesome. I had tremendous strength gains. It's not for the faint of heart. It will kick you a$$. If you're looking for a good program you could do worse than this one. It's also reasonably priced.
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05-10-2008, 05:59 PM
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Just got it in the mail today. Skimmed through the introduction stuff and checked out the program and the basics. Really looking forward to starting it week after next.
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"Don't spend your life wishing. Spend it doing." -FishrCutB8
"You're a mutant, like a snake with two heads or a cat shy one nipple. Be thankful that your mutation is helpful." - LD
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05-10-2008, 06:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Deserve
I've been through the program and it is awesome. I had tremendous strength gains. It's not for the faint of heart. It will kick you a$$. If you're looking for a good program you could do worse than this one. It's also reasonably priced.
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I may buy this one. I have a lot of respect for Eric.
But, I really would like to see one of those 58 page ads to really convince me. 
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05-10-2008, 06:42 PM
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Hi Guys,
I train with Tony Gentilcore and Eric. I have nothing but GREAT things to say about both guys. I work primarily with Tony, but I have been able to have Eric's input as well on many questions and I've learned a great deal in talking to him. Such a great resource, and I see him just about every week when I train.
Eric is so passionate about his work, it is great to be able to talk to him on a regular basis. Any question, concern, etc...he's right there, offering help or advice.
I was at the new Cressey Performance training center today. They just moved to a larger location, literally TODAY. Great place, same awesome instruction and training environment.
Eric gave me an autographed copy of Maximum Strength last week! Lucky me! I have read most of it, and it's great.
Buy the book, you will not be disappointed!
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05-10-2008, 06:50 PM
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Just wish it came with a digital template...so I don't have to make the one I'm making right now 
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"Don't spend your life wishing. Spend it doing." -FishrCutB8
"You're a mutant, like a snake with two heads or a cat shy one nipple. Be thankful that your mutation is helpful." - LD
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05-10-2008, 07:01 PM
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