Arnold Schwarzenegger Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding

[@OmarIsuf]

I'm waiting for the sequel "Arnold Schwarzenegger Encyclopedia of Acting: Grunts, Yells and Stares"

[@MrSkatepro12]

OmarIsuf I can write you a book on those 3 things ;)

[@lusurama5080]

Dam hello omar

[@prestonmoore1234]

I listened to modern day bodybuilders and to be honest it was information overload and while I did apply a lot of their principles. I only started seeing crazy progress when I applied the principles directly off of this book. The golden era has taught me much more than the modern era.

[@BasementBrandon]

Which principles were those?

[@kbderek610]

The routine in this book would kill 90% of the population

[@BasementBrandon]

haha yep

[@xbdjdjcdbdnndbdndb1613]

You mean the beginning routine?

[@sidninja9518]

Sage Seno there’s wayyyy too much volume for a novice

[@giuseppesoccio8933]

yes it's true, but the survivors become superheroes ;)

[@edwinrivera3590]

True I did the level 2 and I’m still sore from my quads down

[@BlackSpongebob77]

I found this in my basement today and it was all dusty and looks like it was in there for years! And I started reading it and book marking the important chapters.

[@BasementBrandon]

Nice!!

[@audieswu]

This is a good book. I also bought a book back in the day "Joe Weider's Ultimate Bodybuilding". I love that era, all about Aesthetics, Symmetry and Size.

[@tropicvibe]

I must've bought this book about 15 yrs ago and I still believe it's the most complete treatise on bodybuilding I've ever seen. There's so much info that the best you can hope for is to utilize strictly what you believe is in your best interest for the type of development you're looking for....

[@BasementBrandon]

+tropicvibe def a good read!

[@josemezatorrez]

This book to me is sacred, it saved my life in LA because it kept me away from gangs and it i stilled in me confidence that comes from a great body thru hard work, discipline and self-pride when I was a teen in the 80's. I wish Still had this book but I will order a mew one.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on!

[@edo3022]

My dad gave me this about 15 years ago. I read some of it. It is now that I'm barely really digging in to this information. It has also kept me from returning to the streets and using. It keeps me sober. I am starting to live a new life now thanks to this book. It is indeed very sacred to me as well

[@Rafaelpotosino1]

About to go buy this tomorrow, good review bro

[@BasementBrandon]

+Rafaelpotosino1 nice!

[@BluePlaque]

When I first started last year I was going to pick this book up but then I came across channels like yours. I recently finished his first book on bodybuilding which was a fun read. I will probably still pick this up. Thanks for the review, another like from me!

[@BasementBrandon]

Always find myself looking for this every now and then.

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks for the feedback, it's just not an optimal routine for a natural trainee.

[@fitphysiqueover4064]

Very insightful review, thanks for uploading Brandon! Although some of the info. may be outdated (and the training programs a bit extreme for natural lifters), there still seems to be a plethora of really useful knowledge on an abundance of topics from the Greatest himself. Worth buying for that alone!

[@BasementBrandon]

Def an enjoyable read still.

[@BasementBrandon]

I think 5x5 and SS are some of the best ones to start out on!

[@mitchellmiranda3295]

I first read this book in 86 and I still use this knowledge to this day.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on!

[@tester24243]

33 motherfuckin years . Thats looooongggg bruh

[@nupersoob]

I actually have two copies of this. Had one for tears then I found it a few months back for TEN bucks! Couldn't resist lol

[@BasementBrandon]

If you are new to training I would recommend a book called Starting Strength.

[@BasementBrandon]

There's no copyright infringement taking place.

[@Beyondsadistic]

It's always interesting to see someone's take on things who were actually there for the development of this entire scene. He may be old, but he has a lot of valuable information. A lot of trial and error went on. Thanks for the review, Brandon. Always appreciate the effort.

[@BasementBrandon]

The book is specifically about a training program.

[@BasementBrandon]

Considering my experience and where I'm at weight wise, it would be detrimental.

[@BasementBrandon]

Fun to look through if anything!

[@PeteMercerFitness]

Some undertaking for any enthusiast! It's good of you to give a 'brief' introduction of it to the masses!

[@collin355]

Great book!! One thing in it that is Crazy?? on his chapter on routines he tell beginners to between 30 to 40 sets per bodypart 2 times per week and advanced trainers to do up to 60 sets per bodypart twice a week..thats insane!!!

[@elliotgains9013]

I've had this book along while ago. To be honest, your channel alone has more value just in terms of raw content and relevant information.

[@BasementBrandon]

Real cool of you to say.

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks for watching!

[@BasementBrandon]

I have a few others I'll try to do videos on, most are outdated or contain bad info, but they're interesting reads.

[@SimpiMpofu]

Thanks for sharing this video man! really has psyched me to read it when it comes!

[@BasementBrandon]

+overly dedicated awesoome!

[@BasementBrandon]

Might be able to "find" it online.

[@therawlifefamily]

In the 50's and 60's it was prescribed to women as a general health tonic before they realized the virilization side effects, so its plausible that it was also readily available for a wide range of individuals.

[@tales2797]

Old But Gold

[@BasementBrandon]

Really good to hear on both accounts!

[@BasementBrandon]

Look for a used copy on amazon. Some have stated they got it for $5.

[@Balla4life3]

fantastic topic Brandon. I wanted to know about this book forever.

[@BasementBrandon]

Solid will look it up.

[@BasementBrandon]

True that, great point.

[@suddeninsight]

Just reduce the volume a little bit. But the frequency is absolutely perfect to build muscle!

[@BasementBrandon]

Haven't seen any clinical studies showing they have a direct benefit.

[@damiennknox7912]

I started working out from this morning book

[@BasementBrandon]

right on

[@2001KW]

Made gainz yet?

[@BasementBrandon]

Thought it was worth re-uploading.

[@BasementBrandon]

Can probably "find" it online.

[@dylanrees1277]

Just got one today

[@BasementBrandon]

nice!

[@BasementBrandon]

Find myself looking through it now and then!

[@BasementBrandon]

I find it's motivating to thumb through still every now and then!

[@BasementBrandon]

Yes although I think he's changed his stance several times about WHEN he started.

[@barad-dur9236]

It’s interesting that the newest data lines up similarly to the old school bodybuilding approach. High frequency is the successful approach according to the data. Hitting your bodyparts 2-3x a week for natural builders is becoming the recommendation. The difference I see is pairing up particular muscles. And of course it should be known that these high frequency programs must implement being conservative with intensity. It must be lower intensity in order to not overtrain or injure one’s self

[@BasementBrandon]

I think it's also finding the balance of volume/intensity.

[@BasementBrandon]

I'll try to address it! Just use that as motivation when you're able to train!

[@agentile7]

You are basically are bashing all his splits. Just curious of what split you think is good? That 3 day split was done by many of old school greats. Danny Padilla did the 3 day split.

[@BasementBrandon]

The answer depends on the trainee. But just b/c someone used a split, especially someone who already has good genetics and used anabolics, that doesn't mean it's the best split :)

[@BasementBrandon]

Not sure if it's available

[@BasementBrandon]

Might be able to find it online

[@BasementBrandon]

I tried it in the past when I was still in college and didn't have a job. Didn't see any real benefits beyond normal

[@Viktir123]

I personally don't let "the three body types" affect my psychology when bodybuilding. I was born a skinny runt "ectomorph" because I wasn't fed in the bad environment I grew up in as a kid but now I'm what most people would call a "mesomorph". You can break out of your stereotypical body type whenever you're ready to. You need the training and education of how to break out of it. You're not genetically fucked when it comes to your body shape. Hard work can "cure you" of any body type.

[@JakeVasapolli]

Definitely interested to hear about this book. Thanks for sharing.

[@BasementBrandon]

Always good to thumb through

[@ComicallyAbsurdFilms]

Thanks for reviewing this. I'm going to pick it up soon.

[@Mokaakashiya24]

I was thinking of running the level 1 program but adjusted, its a pretty good split but it was designed for more pre comp, so i was thinking of adding more rest days by running it in a cycle fashion of three days on one off. Every muscle will still get hit about every five days which is still twice a week but managing recovery is a lot easy. But lets be honest, it really doesn't matter how "optimale" your routine is, the guy who trains hard and trains consistently will beat out the guy who always changes his routine based on "the latest science"

[@BasementBrandon]

Yeah part of progressing is finding a program you enjoy and one that you'll put effort into.

[@elitelifting]

Great book, my all time favorite! I am getting ready to read Wendler's 2nd edition!

[@Rm-Tob0r]

Ahhh yes, I got the original copy passed down to me! Pages are yellow and worn, but everything still readable and pictures in good condition!

[@BasementBrandon]

Couldn't have said it better myself!

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks Mickey!

[@BasementBrandon]

I wouldn't suggest any of these routines outlined in the book.

[@meisdetermined]

Dude to see where your videos were almost a decade ago compared to today-wow lol. The evolution of KZbin is crazy.

[@BasementBrandon]

Going to start reviewing muscle and fitness mags again :)

[@meisdetermined]

@@BasementBrandon haha… if only I could attach the Michael Scott meme where he’s like “no, no, noooooooo!”

[@BasementBrandon]

Great pick up!

[@gazagullycreeper]

Read this book cover to cover several times. Love it! Although a lot of the nutrition advice would be considered broscience now, Im half bro so it works out lol.

[@BasementBrandon]

That's a good read as well.

Randy Roach's Muscle, Smoke & Mirrors Volume 1 & 2. A serious exploration of BB history for serious lifters. Its used s a textbook in some colleges.

[@igorstein5616]

The Level 1 Routine is not to much Volume ,it does work for adding Mass and Bulk . The Level 11 is great for getting in shape fast but make sure you use lighter weights and only do it for 6 weeks .This routine is great for burning off Fat. I have used this routine and also Ran early in the Morning Yep great Routine and did it without Steroids .

[@BasementBrandon]

+igor stein Nice man

[@musclesfromsomalia]

thanks man i was thinking of this book last night

[@BasementBrandon]

Great thing to pass down!

[@BasementBrandon]

Sometimes they carry it at your local library.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on!

[@DanHomephysique]

Looks like a really interesting read, will have to look out for it. Cheers!

[@BasementBrandon]

Agreed!

[@Nemesis093781]

I like this book, as well as Strengths Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier.. What I found odd was old school body builders had cut and small mid sections. The new professional body builders have cut and very large mid sections. Thank you for the good video, thumbs up.

[@BasementBrandon]

You can use that rep scheme for any lift really.

[@BasementBrandon]

Nothing ground breaking here, but it's still a good read.

[@BasementBrandon]

Yeah tons of volume! I tried to do it when i was younger, did not go well haha.

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks!

[@ricardoheesakkers]

yes i'm very new and can use it at home this book

[@kak8138]

I watched an interview where he said he was. I don't remember how long. He said most people were because it was legal back then.

[@SmartAceHole82]

I bought a book second hand and the pages were stuck together, i'm assuming vanilla protein powder.

[@BasementBrandon]

Yeah I always suggest a strength program first. He has a few different routines, but most are way too much volume IMO

[@BasementBrandon]

agreed!

[@BasementBrandon]

Great book!

[@BasementBrandon]

worth the purchase.

[@BasementBrandon]

I have that too, maybe I'll do a review on that!

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks man!

[@BasementBrandon]

Stil an interesting read. You can find it for real cheap.

[@149rip]

use google images, make sure to put your safe search off, some were contingencies tied into it, but theres a graph and break down to the BBC.

[@joseorihuela8785]

Great review video 👏

[@BasementBrandon]

Thank you!

[@BasementBrandon]

I think there's some good points in there, but also some that I wouldn't agree with.

[@Balla4life3]

I can find it cheap "wink wink" via an ebook. But I defnietly want to own a hard copy of this for inspiration alone!!

[@BasementBrandon]

All good reads.

[@manuelagrossler1956]

No pain no gain!💪💪

[@BasementBrandon]

🫡

[@BasementBrandon]

I think they had it at mine too!

[@HeyitsVic7x]

Got my Tier 1 i love it!! great video btw!!

[@Denkimon]

Such a inspiring video, thanks Brandon!

[@BasementBrandon]

big black cock. typically people use it in reference to "superior" genetics.

[@TimvsTimvsTim]

Will buy it right away, thanks for the review

[@BasementBrandon]

+Tim Hope you enjoy!

[@BasementBrandon]

No offense, taken, however you'll find as you continue to train, more is not always better. There's a point of diminishing returns. Keep training hard.