Most of the 23 million American men who lift weights do so to get bigger; unfortunately, many of them are going nowhere with watered-down bodybuilding routines that don’t help them actually get stronger. Eric Cressey’s cutting-edge four-phase program, featuring constant progression, variation, and inspiring goals, keeps you focused on increasing strength along with muscle mass, helping you achieve the fittest, most energetic, and best-looking body you’ve ever had-with fewer hours at the gym.
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About the Author
Eric Cressey, M.S., CSCS, renowned strength coach and nationally ranked powerlifter, is a regular contributor to Testosterone Nation, Men’s Fitness, and Rugged Magazine. He lives in Massachusetts. Matt Fitzgerald is the author/coauthor of seven books. He writes regularly for several publications, including Maxim, Men’s Fitness, and Men’s Health. He lives in Northern California.
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58 of 61 people found the following review helpful
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Eric Cressey knows how to get people bigger and stronger, period. I got to do the Maximum Strength Program last summer and during that time I had my 1RM deadlift go from 275 to 400lbs in four months. I am more mobile than ever and I am no longer in pain (used to be low back). I now have great posture and have built a great base of strength.
This book outlines the four phases with multistep pictures of the exercises (both strength training and mobility/warm-up). Also there is a nice section dedicated towards nutrition as well.
Eric is 110% correct when he says you need to get stronger to get bigger. If you have stalled with your progress and want to get bigger and stronger, there is no better way then with Maximum Strength, for under $15 you can not go wrong.
This book outlines the four phases with multistep pictures of the exercises (both strength training and mobility/warm-up). Also there is a nice section dedicated towards nutrition as well.
Eric is 110% correct when he says you need to get stronger to get bigger. If you have stalled with your progress and want to get bigger and stronger, there is no better way then with Maximum Strength, for under $15 you can not go wrong.
48 of 50 people found the following review helpful
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This book is a must-read. I heard a lot of hype about this book before purchasing, and I'm glad I finally bought it. I did the entire 4 month routine and honestly, my body feels better than it ever has in the past.
I was used to the traditional bodybuilding bodypart split of chest on Monday, legs on Tuesday, Arms on Wednesday, etc etc. For years, I just accepted that this was the way to train your body. I just dealt with back pain and shoulder pain as part of the "price of working out." Doing 5 exercises for your back in one day, and 5 exercises for your shoulders in one day is the absolute wrong way to train your body, unless you are an actual bodybuilder, but for the average fitness enthusiast, that just doesn't apply.
Eric's book outlines splitting your routines into upper body days and lower body days. The routines are easy to follow. Full detailed pictures, and explanations. One of the most important things he advocates is varying the rep range each week within the 4 week routine. You probably never have done any exercise of 8 sets of 2 reps or 10 sets of 3 reps. You have to keep in mind Eric is a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the goal of getting you stronger. I was hesitant, but you have to open your mind and try it.
My body feels stronger, and more balanced. There are a few non-traditional exercises that you probably have never heard of, or are hesitant to try out. My advice would be to do everything in the book to a T. It works. You may be reluctant to do so much deadlifting and squatting. You may have never hear of scapular push ups, walls slides, face pulls, or behind the neck band pull aparts. Open your mind. Follow the routines exactly and you will be glad you did. I know I am. Your body will feel so much stronger, more balanced, and your posture improves. I hope this doesn't sound like a 3 a.m info-mercial testimonial for the latest fitness product, because it's not. I'm a Certified Personal Trainer and a Certified Gym Rat who has been lifting for 11 years. Open your mind, try the routines, follow to a T. Your body will thank you.
I was used to the traditional bodybuilding bodypart split of chest on Monday, legs on Tuesday, Arms on Wednesday, etc etc. For years, I just accepted that this was the way to train your body. I just dealt with back pain and shoulder pain as part of the "price of working out." Doing 5 exercises for your back in one day, and 5 exercises for your shoulders in one day is the absolute wrong way to train your body, unless you are an actual bodybuilder, but for the average fitness enthusiast, that just doesn't apply.
Eric's book outlines splitting your routines into upper body days and lower body days. The routines are easy to follow. Full detailed pictures, and explanations. One of the most important things he advocates is varying the rep range each week within the 4 week routine. You probably never have done any exercise of 8 sets of 2 reps or 10 sets of 3 reps. You have to keep in mind Eric is a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the goal of getting you stronger. I was hesitant, but you have to open your mind and try it.
My body feels stronger, and more balanced. There are a few non-traditional exercises that you probably have never heard of, or are hesitant to try out. My advice would be to do everything in the book to a T. It works. You may be reluctant to do so much deadlifting and squatting. You may have never hear of scapular push ups, walls slides, face pulls, or behind the neck band pull aparts. Open your mind. Follow the routines exactly and you will be glad you did. I know I am. Your body will feel so much stronger, more balanced, and your posture improves. I hope this doesn't sound like a 3 a.m info-mercial testimonial for the latest fitness product, because it's not. I'm a Certified Personal Trainer and a Certified Gym Rat who has been lifting for 11 years. Open your mind, try the routines, follow to a T. Your body will thank you.
26 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Eric Cressey delivers on his promise to get you stronger in 16 weeks. I know because as a former client I completed the Maximum Strength program and posted personal bests in all of my lifts. Which lifts? The ones that matter, that show true strength. Completing Maximum Strength, I would have been pleased if only my bench press numbers increased, and they did, but so did my deadlift, squat, and chin-up (my broad jump increased, too).
The 16-week program is not the only reason to buy "Maximum Strength." Eric does a phenomenal job of showing how to perform each exercise correctly, which a) eliminated bad habits I picked up in the past and b) keeps me injury free.
It's the old story of teaching the man how to fish: Eric provides a program that increases strength and sets a path to continue getting stronger after those 16 weeks. If you're serious about strength training, you need to read "Maximum Strength."
The 16-week program is not the only reason to buy "Maximum Strength." Eric does a phenomenal job of showing how to perform each exercise correctly, which a) eliminated bad habits I picked up in the past and b) keeps me injury free.
It's the old story of teaching the man how to fish: Eric provides a program that increases strength and sets a path to continue getting stronger after those 16 weeks. If you're serious about strength training, you need to read "Maximum Strength."
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great program!
I'm about to start this program for the second time. The first time it introduced a lot of new lifts and techniques for increasing strenght and the results were great. Read more
Published 9 days ago by HairclubPres
Max Strength: Solid Program With Solid Results
The goal of Eric Cressey's book, Maximum Strength, is to provide the mechanism for you to do exactly that -- gain strength. Read more
Published 11 days ago by MizzouFan
In a rut?
I bought this book to prepare for one of those Commando-style runs idiots (namely, me) are doing these days instead of "boring" old 5ks. Read more
Published 17 days ago by M. Cooke
Nothing new or exciting...
...just a re-write of the same old information and exercises, with some Madison Ave. glitz added. Definitely not a worthwhile addition to a person's
"knowledge bank".
"knowledge bank".
Published 3 months ago by Steve
The warm-up section alone is worth the price
This is an excellent book. You don't have to read many workout books to know that Eric Cressey's Maximum Strength is phenomenal, both for its content and workout programming. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Westonian
Interesting technique that works
This book presents a different way to use strength training to maximize strength gains in a relatively short amount of time. Read more
Published 7 months ago by SailorShawn
Get Stronger And More Mobile
Eric Cressey's "Maximum Strength Program" is a good, basic program for building raw strength and increasing joint mobility & health. Read more
Published 7 months ago by William G. Pratt
Outstanding book with great insight.
I'm definitely late to the party as I've seen Cressey's name floating around, but haven't paid too much attention to him. This book is an outstanding insight into getting strong. Read more
Published 8 months ago by DL Anderson
Worth the price for the mobility section alone.
This book is an excellent book for intermediate lifters who are finishing up a basic novice program. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Kyle Boddy
Too complicated and not for beginners
First Maximum Strength is definitely not for beginners. You should have at least two years of anatomical adaptation before you begin a program such is this or injuries will... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Snakeeye
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bar rollout, build phase, foundation phase, fish oil soft gels, maximum strength training, technique practice session, training for maximum strength, workout recommendations, core stabilizers, standard bench press, box squat, soft tissue work, most lifters, neuromuscular efficiency, max heart rate, cable column, weighted barbell, energy workouts, exercise the same way, reverse crunch, front squat, foam roller, cardio training, isolation movements, maximal strength Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Maximum Strength Program, Moving Day, Maximum Strength Warm-Ups, Precision Nutrition, Single-Leg Squat, The Muscle Between Your Ears, Strength-Training Schedule, Rack Pull, Side Bridge, Growth Phase, Cable Wood Chop, Biotest Surge, Face Pull, Anderson Front Squat, Building Strength, Barbell Reverse Lunge, Chest-Supported Row, Reverse Lunge Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
bar rollout, build phase, foundation phase, fish oil soft gels, maximum strength training, technique practice session, training for maximum strength, workout recommendations, core stabilizers, standard bench press, box squat, soft tissue work, most lifters, neuromuscular efficiency, max heart rate, cable column, weighted barbell, energy workouts, exercise the same way, reverse crunch, front squat, foam roller, cardio training, isolation movements, maximal strength Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Maximum Strength Program, Moving Day, Maximum Strength Warm-Ups, Precision Nutrition, Single-Leg Squat, The Muscle Between Your Ears, Strength-Training Schedule, Rack Pull, Side Bridge, Growth Phase, Cable Wood Chop, Biotest Surge, Face Pull, Anderson Front Squat, Building Strength, Barbell Reverse Lunge, Chest-Supported Row, Reverse Lunge Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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