System
Analysis
Takes a Look at Problematic Exercise Methods
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 Not
all methods are created equal, and the more you look into an
exercise philosophy or method, the more problematic it becomes.
This is what Brian D. Johnston has done, with Mike Mentzer's
Heavy Duty, the Weider System, Fleck & Kraemer's periodization,
and Paul Chek's Functional Training. Brush up on your critical
skills with this extensive book.
"Possibly the most
important thing to be learned from these critiques is the importance
of logical thinking when attempting to determine the value of
any idea put forward. Such a way of thinking will be of great
benefit not only in athletic training, but also in every sphere
of life." Dave Smith, Ph.D.
Mike
Mentzer's Heavy Duty II
System Analysis explains
why and how a person can train too little, and the philosophical
short-comings of the Heavy Duty II method of consolidation. Included
are theoretical errors behind the method, why Heavy Duty is nothing
more than a 'spin' of the old FITT Formula, Mentzer's misinterpretation
of the General Adaptation Syndrome, why training to failure is
not always enough, Mentzer's misunderstanding of aerobic vs.
anaerobic, Mentzer's contradictions in regard to theory vs. practice,
why increasing lifting proficiency does not always mean an increase
in muscle mass, Mentzer's exaggerated claims on average gains
achieved with Heavy Duty consolidation training, and more.
Fleck
& Kraemer's Periodization
System Analysis challenges
the beliefs and recommendations of two NSCA experts, and explains
why the various 'components' of periodization are both irrational
and impossible to implement, mistaken identification and understanding
of 'sport specific' training, the dangerous implications of some
training directions within a periodized model, the various examples
that discloses the 'modest' knowledge of exercise science held
by the authors, and more.
The
Joe Weider System
System Analysis takes
no exception to the Weider Dynasty, the one group/individual
who has influenced bodybuilders more than anyone or anything
else. Weider books are rife with contradiction; so much so, in
fact, that nearly half of the 50-page critique discloses those
contradictions. System Analysis also explains how Weider uses
exaggerations to appeal to his readers' emotions, Weider's misunderstanding
of basic exercise concepts and principles, his 'inventing' of
concepts and renaming of terms to make them his own 'creations,'
the extreme exaggeration of training protocol that would cause
serious illness to anyone who tried to sustain them long enough,
and much, much more.
Paul
Chek's Functional Training
System Analysis goes
after this modern-day hoopla with both barrels. Considered the
best critique in the book, extensive information is provided
on the subjects of motor learning and neurological functioning
to disclose the irrationality of this individual's teachings.
Sections on ability, primal patterns, equilibrium and balance
in exercise, skills, motor learning, information processing stages,
the learning process, human information processing, sensory contributions
to motor control, principles of simple movement, specificity
concepts, and transfer of skills all serve to support the book's
arguments against the conflicting and contradictory recommendations
of Paul Chek. In fact, Mr. Chek references two books to support
his contentions, yet those two books uphold an opposite view!
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