"This book is a comprehensive, science-based resource for anyone interested in strength training at any level. It begins by outlining the foundational principles of strength training and providing an overview of the most common strength training equipment. It then details how to create beginning, intermediate, and advanced training programs for maximizing muscle mass, strength, and fat loss as well as how to integrate cardio techniques into a strength training program. Next, training exercises are described for each of the body's main muscle groups plus whole-body and calisthenics exercises. Descriptions of correct form and technique as well as exercise modifications and variations are provided so that readers can carry out the provided strength training programs and learn how to substitute exercises in those programs properly. Finally, general guidelines on nutrition and supplementation to support maximizing muscle mass, strength, and fat loss are outlined"-- Provided by publisher.