ARNOLD: EDUCATION OF A BODYBUILDER by Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold: The Education of A Bodybuilder by Arnold Schwarzenegger and Douglas Kent Hall is an autobiography by the world famous bodybuilder, actor and politician. The book takes us through the bodybuilder's rise to fame and all the hard work that went behind it. This autobiography is as good as any fitness guide as it takes you through the superstar's most - intimate secrets regarding his workout regimen. Arnold, as you read in the book, was a very skinny child with no interest in team sports whatsoever. He preferred activities that involved individual effort. Bodybuilding was not much sought after during those days and hence, not very popular among the men. Arnold, on attending a gym at the age of 13, took an instant liking to it. He was in awe at the strength and size of the bodybuilders and was inspired to take on the sport. The first part of the book is about the bodybuilder's journey as he climbed up the ladder to success in the bodybuilding world in the second part of the book, the author reveals some of his secrets to becoming a good bodybuilder. The steps are explained in a systemised manner and the benefits of bodybuilding are explained too. The book also provides important dietary needs and the need to discipline oneself in this area too. Various exercises along with illustrations featuring the bodybuilder himself are included too. An exclusive four - day gym programme, which contains detailed exercises for the development of specific muscle groups, is included too. The book is recommended for all Arnold fans and also for those who wish to learn the secrets to becoming a world champion. Arnold: The Education of A Bodybuilder is available in paperback. The book was published in 1988 by Sphere.

Categories: Literary Fiction