Rating:  Summary: The Incredible Lee teaches even after death Review: This is a must for any martial artist, Weightlifter, Bodybuilder or even just cross-trainer. The book is a wealth of information which is clearly laid out and straight to the point. While other books and articles I have read claim to tell of Lee's discoveries and then don't, this reveals EVERYTHING. Apart from the fact that there are various punching and kicking drills, bodybuilding programmes, isometric, dynamic tension, cardiovascular, 10 reasons why you should jog{and more importantly tells you the correct of the three methods and how to achieve better results with jogging} etc. it is also incredibly motivating. It tells how lee performed exercises while curling a dumbell, reading a book and studying boxing matches at the same time while in a side splits. Most importantly, each section fills you in the little tips and tricks which Bruce wrote: for example in the FOREARM section (of which Bruce in unbeaten) Bruce writes to wrap a towel around a dumbell when performing curls and you will fill out you sleeves in 2 weeks!{it works!}If that isn't motivation enough it has plently of pictures such as Lee performing THUMBPUSHUPS!! and balancing his entire body on just his traps on a weighlifting bench!!. It points out the differences between real functional muscle and the bulky muscle which bodybuilders want and shows how to achieve both{which serves to silence the fools who believe martial arts and weights are incompatible}. It explains why Lee took up weights. It presents helpful little charts which can be made at home and used for training e.g the training programme for dan inosanto or even just the 1964 measurements chart from a hong kong gym used by bruce. Even things such as the Nutrition section which every person should know about present helpful tips{and also things to avoid such as liquidising everything which Lee did!}
Rating:  Summary: no big deal Review: There are a bunch of excercices in here, ranging from weights & calisthenics, to heavy bag workouts and running. If you already train in martial arts, you might pick-up 3 or 4 good drills, or perhaps new variations on one you already do. Don't look to this book for inspiration or insight from Bruce -- there is none. It is a publication of pages and ideas from his training diaries, along with some editorial commentary. For inspiration, read the Tao of JKD, or *JKD -- commentaries on the martial way*. In my opinion, the editors of the Bruce Lee library are doing a disservice in publishing something as dry and non-engaging as *the art of expressing the H.B.* along with Bruce's books on JKD. Somewhat like publishing Herman Melville's shopping lists in a boxed set including Moby Dick and his short stories.
Rating:  Summary: Good but too much repitition Review: This is a book worth owning for those who are serious into Bruce Lee's workouts. Although the book repeats itself many times (this is where cross referencing comes in)! I was disappointed that the author interviews the same people we've heard from over and over. Let's get some more perspectives on Bruce from the OTHERS that trained with him.
Rating:  Summary: one of the best books i've ever read Review: Everything is laid out for you, you simply figure out what it is you would like to improve on and follow the books advice. I began seeing almost immediate results, which inspired me to try other methods the book listed. I began using just the section on building up the arms, I've now moved on to chest, abs, and nutritional habits. I've read through this book several times and have come away learning something new each time. I would highly recommend it to anyone (martial artist or not) wanting to get into weight training
Rating:  Summary: Wish I could give it more than five stars Review: this is a great book filled with weightlifting techniques for a martial artits, athlete or a anyone who just wants the physique.
Rating:  Summary: Writing unimpressive, information good Review: The author plainly didn't find the right editor to help him construct a clean and coherent book of this sort. I felt it was disorganized and all jumbled together--clumsy. Nevertheless, the book contains ample information that impressed me a great deal. I'd give it 1 star for quality and 6 stars for information. Buy it, it's cool.
Rating:  Summary: Very enjoyable and very inspirational Review: One of the best books I have ever read. It is a must for any bodybuilder or anyone looking to improve their looks and strength. It has inspired me to become a healthier, fit person. This book changed my life. I started to take martial arts classes and train to become a better human being. You must take a look at this book.
Rating:  Summary: This is an excellant book for martial artists Review: This was a great book. I am a big fan of Bruce Lee and always wondered how he got so fast. This book explained his training techniques and helped me better understand weightlifting and conditioning excercises in general. And as a little side note to the reviewer from New Zealand (if he ever reads these again). YoU aRe WRonG!!! Bruce Lee did not use steroids. A) they were ILLEGAL at the time and B) if he did his arms would have measured alot larger than 14 1/4 inches.
Rating:  Summary: Simply awesome! Review: This book is a great motivational tool. After reading this book, I can truly appreciate the self discipline he had. As for myself, gave me some ideas on how to approach different workouts. With as much work as he put into his body day after day, its easy to dismiss the steroid myth.
Rating:  Summary: Exercise got Bruce Lee half way... Review: The only issue I have with this book is that it "how Bruce got his body" was done through exercising AND steroids. As soon as he stopped using steroids, he'd lose weight and his muscles disappeared. Once that is clear, the book is great, but the book didn't tell the reader this.
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