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1982 First edition. Paperback cover has some moderate wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1982 first edition of Mike Mentzer’s Complete Book of Weight Training is a seminal work in the world of bodybuilding and strength training. Mentzer, a former Mr. Universe and pioneer of the High-Intensity Training (HIT) philosophy, challenged conventional wisdom with his intense, low-volume approach to weightlifting. His methods were controversial at the time but have since gained widespread acceptance and influenced generations of bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts.
Beyond the technical aspects of Mentzer’s training principles, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the golden era of bodybuilding, when the sport was transitioning from a niche pursuit to a mainstream phenomenon. Mentzer’s no-nonsense writing style and uncompromising dedication to his craft make this volume a compelling read, even for those outside the bodybuilding world. For collectors, this well-preserved first edition represents an important milestone in the evolution of modern strength training and a window into the larger-than-life personalities that defined the sport in the 1980s.
