This book offers a blend of the most advanced training techniques designed to maximize the engagement of all available muscle fibers in every set of every exercise. Muscle development relies on the physiological processes of catabolism and anabolism; the right catabolic effect from exercise will trigger a greater anabolic response, leading to muscle growth.
To involve the maximum number of muscle fibers in each exercise, we must use training methods that bring the muscle to the point of total momentary failure (exhaustion), where another repetition is impossible. Many of you have likely performed numerous sets of various exercises for 6, 8, or even 12 repetitions, reaching total momentary failure, and expected good results. But did you achieve those results? Do you truly believe you have reached your maximum muscle growth potential with your current training approach? I doubt it, and here's why:
Although you reached the point of exhaustion, your sets did not last long enough, and you did not vary your training system to meet the physiological demands of different muscle fibers. You focused on the number of reps rather than the duration of the set. Your muscles do not recognize the number of reps; they only respond to the stress over a given period. Consequently, your rigid muscle-building program, based on a fixed number of exercises, sets, and reps, was doomed from the start. This isn't just my opinion; it's based on your anatomy and physiology.
REVIEWS
SK
5.0 out of 5 stars No B.S guide to training and eating that works
I Lost about 10% bodyfat whilst adding strength and muscle (hit 11% for the second time ever in 7 weeks once fully switched over to the eating plan and can maintain around 12% bodyfat without much effort -sloppy version of the diet....which is a first.
I am confident that I will be able to go sub 10% and stay their with more dedicated effort on my intake and about to go back to 4 day training.
As I workout from home I have not tried one of his workout plans to the letter - waiting on pulldown station to arrive then I will be able to complete about 95% of what he recommends....will have to substitute the leg press and extension for other options but no biggy.
From experience looking at all the plans for beg/inter/advanced they all look solid - just like all the advice in his book.
Nash does not make quick fix promises but I have no doubt that if you follow 100% you will be able to make major changes within a couple of months....enough contant to keep 99% of all gym rats happy for years - whilst looking good and not having to bulk/cut....good stuff.
Jespydoodles
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
I was aware of Nash Jocic as he trains his clients at my local gym (Soho Gym, Camden)and when I found out he'd written several books on weight training and nutrition I picked up this one first Burn Fat Build Muscle and was completely inspired by what I read. Been going to the gym for almost a year and felt I wasn't really getting anywhere but when I read this book I immediately approached Nash and booked him to work with me and it's the best thing I've ever done!!! This guy has 30 years of experience in his field and something that's worth much more than any phd or whatever...he's got a lifetime worth of personal experience to share and I'm now on a focused path towards my goal. If you are looking for a lifestyle change and you want to build muscle and also loose the fat, feel/look and BE healthy in your own body this is all you need to get you started and I would highly recommend this book and also Nash's other books Weight Training For Men and The Ultimate Nutrition. Nash rules! :-)
Andy Mc
5.0 out of 5 stars Build muscle
This is another excellent book from Dr. Nash Jocic. It covers all the area's relevant for Building Muscle & losing fat, nutrition, attitude & workouts etc.
I have read Dr. Nash's other book Weight Training and i was impressed with the quality of information contained in it, this is the same with this new book. Dr. Nash's advice is ideal for whichever level you at at, whether you are a beginner just starting out, or intermediate have been working out for a while but have not made gains for a while and if you are advanced at working out.
This book is a must have for anyone wanting to Build muscle and lose fat, also its a must have for your bookcase/library.
Dr. Nash's methods and advice do work, I have been training for a number of years now following other programs but with limited results. Since using Nash's approach/training methods I have made gains in building quality muscle.
Michael M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Very interesting book if you are into fitness and diet!
Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book.
Excellent book - informative, clear and it works!