{"product_id":"jim-stoppanis-encyclopedia-of-muscle-strength-9781718214491","title":"Jim Stoppani's Encyclopedia of Muscle \u0026 Strength","description":"As a leading authority on exercise science and former senior science editor for \u003ci\u003eMuscle \u0026amp; Fitness\u003c\/i\u003e, Jim Stoppani has helped millions of people change their lives through expertly designed training programs based on research and science. That tradition continues in his third edition of \u003ci\u003eJim Stoppani's Encyclopedia of Muscle \u0026amp; Strength\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePacked with an impressive 380+ exercises and nearly 140 programs, this comprehensive encyclopedia of training will guide you in maximizing muscle mass, strength, and fat loss. Breaking down the latest science and research, this reference defines more than 130 key terms and concepts; evaluates 95 types of strength training equipment, including suspension trainers, BOSU balance trainers, and kettlebells; and provides nutritional goals for specific training outcomes. You'll be set for success with\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 programs for maximizing fat loss, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e41 programs for building muscle mass, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 programs for maximizing strength, and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandy Quick Tips featuring snippets of Stoppani's expert advice on exercise technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eBeginner, intermediate, and advanced program options are available for each training objective and incorporate exercises that target 13 muscle groups. Programs are rated according to workout duration, the projected time frame for achieving measurable results, level of difficulty, and overall effectiveness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith guidance from a renowned expert, your training is sure to deliver results. For those who are serious about their training, as well as for personal trainers and strength and conditioning professionals, \u003ci\u003eJim Stoppani's Encyclopedia of Muscle \u0026amp; Strength, Third Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e is the must-have reference for all training needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Stoppani, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is a leading authority on exercise science, sport nutrition, and supplementation. He received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. After graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. For his research he was awarded the 2002 Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award by the American Physiological Society. From 2002 to 2013 Stoppani was the senior science editor for \u003ci\u003eMuscle \u0026amp; Fitness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMuscle \u0026amp; Fitness Hers\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eFlex\u003c\/i\u003e magazines. He is the owner of JYM Supplement Science. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStoppani has written thousands of articles on exercise, nutrition, and health. He is the coauthor of the New York Times best seller \u003ci\u003eLL Cool J's Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle\u003c\/i\u003e (Rodale, 2010) as well as \u003ci\u003eStronger Arms \u0026amp; Upper Body\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics, 2009) and \u003ci\u003ePrayFit\u003c\/i\u003e (Regal, 2010). He is also a coauthor for the chapter \"Nutritional Needs of Strength\/Power Athletes\" in \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements\u003c\/i\u003e (Humana Press, 2008). Stoppani is the creator of the popular training and nutrition programs Shortcut to Size and Shortcut to Shred. He has been the personal nutrition and health consultant for Dwayne \"The Rock\" Johnson, LL Cool J, Dr. Dre, Mario Lopez, and Chris Pine.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50727127154962,"sku":"9781718214491","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e8cb4abb-c883-4fd5-9fa6-246a01693d32.jpg?v=1734893716","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/jim-stoppanis-encyclopedia-of-muscle-strength-9781718214491","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}