Supercut [Paperback]

Joyce L. Vedral (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1985

"I can honestly tell you that I would have become a champion at least a year sooner if I had had Supercut as a reference book when I started pumping iron." -- from the Foreword by Lee Haney, Mr. Olympia "State-of-the-art in every detail." -- Fred Hatfield Supercuts presents the most successful diet programs and nutrition strategies for achieving maximum muscularity and superior definition as evidenced by the world's greatest bodybuilders. The best weight-loss and weight-gain diets are described, as are how they fit into a cycle-training program for year-round benefits (before and after a contest). The wise use of food supplements, including protein, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements, is thoroughly discussed in this book. Supercut is highlighted with nutrition secrets and tips from the greats of bodybuilding--Rachel McLish, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Dr. Franco Columbo, Laura Combes, Candy Csencsits, Samir Bannout, and a host of others. Every aspect of the role nutrition plays in their winning training efforts is covered, including favorite recipes for healthful dining. Recipes for vegetable dishes, salads, poultry and dairy-product meals, fish dishes, meat, rice/potato/pasta/grain dishes, and desserts--more than 200 of them, each with calorie counts--are provided. Week-long meal plans incorporating these recipes provide examples of how to reduce caloric intake gradually and safely without affecting increased training efforts. Joyce L. Vedral, PhD, fitness and nutrition expert, is the bestselling author of The Fat Burning Workout: From Fat is Firm in 24 Days and Gut Busters: The Ten-Minute-a-Day, 12-Week Plan. Bill Reynolds is the author of numerous books on weight training and bodybuilding, including Weight Training for Beginners and The Gold's Gym Training Encyclopedia.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (April 1, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0809253879
• ISBN-13: 978-0809253876
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #986,454 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete and easy to use, March 25, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Supercut (Paperback)

I just purchased this book after searching for a cookbook appropriate to bodybuilders. The information included in the beginning chapters focus on training splits, sample exercises for every bodypart, and how nutrition impacts a bodybuilders' physique. Although there is some focus on weight-gain, most of it can be tailored to fit someone looking for strength and tone without bulk. The recipes that follow are simple yet tasty, and they don't use a lot of complicated ingredients, which is great for those on the run. A fitting addition to any fitness enthusiasts' collection.

11 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars SUPERCUT: NUTRITION FOR THE ULTIMATE PHYSIQUE, April 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Supercut (Paperback)

I PURCHASED THIS BOOK BECAUSE I WAS LOOKING FOR A COOKBOOK TO USE WHEN PREPARING MY MEALS. THIS BOOK GIVES YOU PLENTY OF INFORMATION ON HOW TO PREPARE MEALS FOR BODYBUILDERS. EACH RECIPE GIVES YOU A LISTING OF NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION AS WELL AS SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO SPICE UP YOUR DIET BUT STILL WANT HEALTHY FOOD, I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, September 12, 2009

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Great book if you want to learn how to lean up. Seller was super fast at shipping!