Editorial Review:

A state-of-the-art weight-lifting and nutritional blueprint for "skinny" guys who want to pack on muscleLet's face it, naturally skinny guys are at a distinct genetic disadvantage when it comes to building muscle mass. But with the proper advice, these "hardgainers" definitely can realize their fitness goals. In Scrawny to Brawny, the authors draw on their years of practical experience as private strength and nutrition coaches to provide hardgainers with:o A progressive, state-of-the-art program that optimizes results with shorter, less frequent workouts that maximize compound exerciseso A unique, action-based perspective on nutrition that shows how to prepare quick muscle-building meals and snacks-and how to take advantage of several critical times in the day when muscle growth can be stimulated by food intakeo Vital information on how to identify and fix any weak links in their physiques that may be precursors to injuryDesigned not only for frustrated adult hardgainers but also-with its strong anti-steroid message-a terrific book for the large teen market, Scrawny to Brawny fills a significant gap in the weight-lifting arsenal.

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

Needs more info on food:

I enjoyed reading the book and thought the science was convincing. I'm definitively a member of the book's target audience. The big problem is that it lacks information on food preparation after making food such an important part. I happen to be vegetarian so I'm at a total loss. But even if I ate meat, I would need a lot more direction on how to prepare these meals. Maybe they should include a cook book? (If you look at their sample meal plans, you'll notice that you pretty much eat the same food every day... more info

Living and growing proof this book works...:

Like most ectomorphically challenged people, I've had a difficult time gaining weight all my life, and needed a change from my normal routine. Though I didn't completely sell-out to the recommended dieting, I used it as a general guideline for calorie/protein/carb intake. I followed the lifting routine almost exactly as described (though I skipped phase 1) with outstanding results. I've put on about 15 pounds in 7 weeks and increased my bench by 50 pounds (as I just discovered last night). It's an awesome... more info

Horrible book save your money:

This book takes a very negative approach for the thin guy. avoid it and buy Arnold's bodybuilding book.

An impressive amount of knowledge:

I was just flat out impressed at the scientific approach this book takes. From self measurements to determine what kind of exercises your body would respond best to, to alternative exercises due to injuries or difficulties, this is the most comprehensive exercise book I have read yet.

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