The Gold's Gym Guide to Getting Started In Bodybuilding provides newcomers with a sound, systematic approach to realizing their muscular potentials through proper weight lifting. Designed to get beginners motivated and keep them motivated while providing them with a solid foundation on which to build, it: Coaches readers in bodybuilding fundamentals, such as proper form and the best numbers of reps and sets Describes specialized routines for different muscle groups Provides step-by-step instructions and dozens of charts, graphs, and checklists