Built for Show

I love condensed knowledge. I also love it when a book ties related threads together. Built for Show does both.

This book immediately addresses a primal motivation for working out, to be attractive to the opposite sex (although I disagree that it is the only primal reason, the other one motivating me is that weak guys don't slay dragons).

His advice is basic and solid. His recommendation that you terminate any set as soon as your tempo slows down is a formula for not only not burning out while you're building up, but you also feel pumped up and good after working out as opposed to wasted (an invaluable thing for all who prize energy). Basic exercises using coordinated muscle groups, rock and roll.

Three things really set this book apart however. First, nutrional information that gives suggestions for best widely available options (as opposed to options that require an excess of money and time, e.g. grass fed, all natural beef slow cooked over three days, etc.). Second, an easy mobility/flexibility section that gets you the most bang for your buck in the least time. Third, advice about dressing, motivation, and personal presentation.

Simple in the best sense of the term, which is great, simpler things are less like to break.