In this part...
W
e give you the know-how to tone and strengthen
your muscles, whether you work out at home or at
the gym. Chapter 11 gives you five great reasons to lift
weights and answers important questions, like: “What if
I want to get muscle definition like Buffy the Vampire
Slayer or LaBron James?” In Chapter 12, we cover your
major muscle groups so that you know your lats from your
pecs from your delts. In Chapter 13, we explain the differ-
ences between barbells, dumbbells, and weight machines
and help you choose the best equipment for you. Chapter
14 helps you get started on a weight-training program. We
discuss how much weight to lift, how many exercises to
do, and how to use good form so you don’t get injured. We
also demonstrate a complete weight-training workout that
you can perform either at a health club or at home.