Max Contraction Training: The Scientifically Proven Program for Building Muscle Mass in Minimum Time

by John Little

Overview

The breakthrough new fitness program for readers who want big gains in little time

"I had one little miniworkout. I couldn't believe how short the workout was, and how good I felt afterward. . . . This technique is going to change your life." --Tony Robbins, author of Awaken the Giant Within

Bodybuilding pioneer John Little smashes through conventional training approaches with his revolutionary workout program supported by science and based on 15 years of empirical research. The Max Contraction Training program maximizes muscle fiber stimulation in the shortest amount of time-- leading to faster workouts and more impressive gains. Little reveals:

• Groundbreaking techniques that MAXimize muscle fiber stimulation four times more efficient than conventional training
• Ideal exercise structuring in a workout routine
• Optimal time frames to train muscles for maximum growth
• False information put out by supplement companies

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780071423953
Publisher:	McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Publication date:	12/12/2003
Pages:	222
Product dimensions:	8.26(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.53(d)

About the Author

John Little has worked in the bodybuilding/ fitness industry for more than 20 years alongside some of its biggest names, including Joe Weider, Lou Ferrigno, Mike Mentzer, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Table of Contents

	Foreword	vii
	Preface	xi
Part I	Preliminaries
1	Bodybuilding: A Better Approach	3
2	The Evolution of Max Contraction Training	15
Part II	The Scientific Foundation
3	The Genetic Factor in the Muscle Building Equation	31
4	The Science of Muscle Growth	37
5	Max Tactics: Maximizing Muscular Involvement	43
Part III	Training Considerations
6	The Role of Intensity	53
7	Recovery Ability	61
8	Training Frequency	75
9	How Many Sets Should One Perform?	79
10	The Case for Full Body Training	85
Part IV	A New Application
11	An Overview of Max Contraction Training	93
12	The Ideal Workout Program	103
Part V	Bodypart Specialization
13	A Guide to Year-Round Training	113
14	Focus on Arms	117
15	Focus on Shoulders	125
16	Focus on the Chest	133
17	Focus on the Back	141
18	Focus on Legs	149
19	Focus on Abdominals	155
Part VI	Additional Considerations
20	Max Contraction for Women	163
21	Nutrition: Fact and Fiction	175
22	Rational Expectations	187
23	Common Questions and Answers	193
	Notes	213
	Index	215