Training

An article that rediscovers some of the exercises used by the old-time strongmen such as Sandow, Jowett, Maxick and Klein. Source: Muscular Development (February 1971) Page 25 - Muscular Development (February 1971) Page 48 - Muscular Development (February 1971)

Isometrics were once considered the path to a muscular physique.  From the first of the Charles Atlas advertisements many initially took this path.  Ultimately Isometrics contribute little to nothing to the physique of the serious trainer.  However, some benefits may be achieved through developing muscle control for the posing platform.  Enjoy the read! Source: Peak…

Samual Homola discusses the link between strength and muscle size and how to best obtain it. Source: Muscular Development  (May 1971) Page #24 - Muscular Development  (May 1971) Page #25 - Muscular Development  (May 1971) Page #49 - Muscular Development  (May 1971) Page #50 - Muscular Development  (May 1971) Page #51 - Muscular Development  (May 1971)

Some great bodybuilding pointers from 1961. Source: Mr America (April 1961) Page #14 - Mr America (April 1961) Page #15 - Mr America (April 1961)

The front pullover is the feature this month. Source: Mr America (April 1961) Page #66 - Mr America (April 1961)