Blood and Guts Paperback – January 1, 1993

I really enjoy this book, lots of great and timeless training information, a must for anyone looking for good training

I bought and read this book probably about 20 years ago when it first came out and I actually was lucky enough to meet Dorian and have him sign my book but I haven't read it in a while but what I do remember is that I read it within the first couple days, it was really to the point and easy to understand with a lot of great information and pictures of "The Shadow" Dorian Yates who went on to win 6 Mr. Olympia titles, Dorian completely changed the sport when he came into the 1993 Mr. Olympia with more muscle mass than was ever seen in the sport plus being ripped at the same time and he took the Heavy Duty type training to new heights and really got the world to listen to his short training session approach but very intense workouts, the opposite of the super high volume type training that every other bodybuilder used for the most part, I just wished this book and his other book "A Portrait of Dorian Yates" as well as Lee Haney's 2 books also were all on kindle version as well cause so far they aren't but I'm hoping they will be sometime cause paperbacks wear out and can get lost etc. but if you're a fan of Dorian this is a must have for sure!

The condition of the book was good, considering the age and due to the fact that it's almost impossible to find it. Dorian tells you what you need to know and it's what you already know, but it helps to hear a champion reinforce the ideas. The only downfall is that you don't get the full benefit from his workout strategy unless you have a workout partner to assist with negatives in some of the work outs. BUT he does give options on what to do to get the same intensity without a partner.....By the end of the book, you learn that it is all on you to take yourself to the next level....

The Blood and Guts is the most inspirational bodybuilding book out there. I have never read a bodybuilding book that emphasizes on honor and respect. If you take out all stories about bodybuilding in this book, you might think it's a book about self-help. "...be honest, be of good character and be a person of your word. Those attributes will take you far."The book shows the history of Mr.Yates's competition in the competitive world of bodybuilding with photos (more than 50% of the book is photos). It gradually shows the progress of his muscle building. It has some photos of when he began bodybuilding, and it gave me a hope to be the best I can be; he wasn't big at the beginning just like everybody. Mr.Yates believes that you can surpass a bodybuilder of superior genetic and less determination even though you believe you have inferior genetic if you have twice the determination. He believes anybody can go beyond their genetic potential with hard work. So demand the very best of yourself.Doing things one at a time has been his doctrine of success. He believes a big success is the sum of little successes all combined. I, too, believe this strongly. For example, to grow one inch muscle around your arm, you first have to determine to grow a quarter of an inch.The only thing I disagree about some bodybuidling technique of the book is that doing quick positive moves. I have injured my shoulder while lifting too fast, and I couldn't work out for a week. I do 2 second positive (muscle contraction) and 4 second negative (muscle release). Doing slow moves have definitely helped me avoid injuries and concentrate more on stimulating my muscle.Reading this book will not only help you to gain muscle, but also improve yourself as a person.Best wishes to Mr.Yates.

When I read Dorian Yates Blood & Guts book, believe me the first thing I did immediately was sending my previous book(Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding, Arnold Schwarzenegger) into my dustbin. Arnold has always talked rubbish, given fake advice, misguided many youngsters whether it comes to training, diet.Trust me, if you are really serious about bodybuilding, this book is for you. The language is very simple. The advice is straightforward. I began to feel results immediately after 4-6 weeks of intense training. My recuperation is far better now.Guess what, I'm going to give a try to the Dorian Yates Approved supplements(Pro Peptide & Pro MR) and soon going to post a second review!

Did not live up to the hype - other Yates articles published contradict the message and notes in this book which is confusing?

Dorian Yates is the living & breathing example of true Bodybuilding Training & Intensity. Very few people ever experience such will-power to the point of self-destruction. I can identify with his training intensity as I have lifted weights & semi-pro 'body-built' for the last 20 years. Dorian is such an inspiration to me & his book is THE ultimate in bodybuilding training. Arnold would talk trash but Dorian would let his body do the talking on stage!!! I love it! I saw Dorian guest pose a few years back in Chicago at the Jr USA, I have never seen such an impressive physique. I have never seen such a HUGE, AWESOME bodybuilder in my life! And probably never will again. I recommend this book to anyone interested in learning what REAL bodybuilding is. If you can find one of his books available that is. P.S. Buy Dorian's video - You will freak out!!!-MARK RENTAS

Good condition considering the age of the book, it definitely does not appear to be new as stated in description.

War leider in Englisch aber auch so gut.

Dorian has always been one of my bodybuilding heroes, and this book, written during the heart of his career, does not disappoint. By the look of it in some of his videos, some of his views on certain things have changed since he wrote this book - however, really, it's all "I should maybe have done this or that instead and I MIGHT have gotten even better results" but it's all speculation really and I'd rather go by approaches that he's tried and obviously gotten results from, such as those written in this book (for example, in this book he states that he only used the "forced reps" that he's so famous for only occasionally - stating that using them too often can actually lead to decreased strength and overtraining - and instead regularly used techniques like dropsets and other techniques that he rarely mentions these days.He goes into everything from various training philosphies and programs, diet and the mental side of bodybuilding. Also begins with a brief tale of Dorian's rise to stardom which is a great read.Superb book, well worth the money spent.

I'm a huge Dorian fan, having trained with him and his son! Nothing can compare! I own both 'A Warriors Story' and this book 'Blood and Guts' its inciteful and motivational to the 'T' get it while you can!

Gave this as a present to a body builder and he thoroughly enjoyed this book. Haven't personally read it but he said that this is a "must" as a read.

Fantastic book. Very pleased. Thankyou