https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o391Xd0ycSM&feature=youtu.be The Mr. Olympia contest is still the pinnacle of the bodybuilding calendar. Previously on this website we've looked at the competition's contest report which spoke of the great Larry Scott, who swept all other challengers aside. Well, thanks to STG Strength and Power we also have video footage of the competition itself. Looking at the competition… Continue reading Rare 1965 Mr. Olympia Footage
I shouldn't get into fights on the internet. Or in real life for that matter. But I just can't help myself sometimes, especially on trivial stuff. Every time I leave the sanctity of my home gym, I seem to drift into unwanted fitness territory. I stumble over an influencer's tripod, gasp at some inane exercise… Continue reading How Strict Should Your Form Be?
THE RADICAL GENETICS Five years ago, Adam Smith was heading down the wrong road of life. At 6-3 (190 cm) and a "sopping wet" 140 lbs (63 kg), Adam had severe scoliosis (curvature of the spine) which caused a serious curvature to his upper back, hips that looked displaced slightly to the right, and the… Continue reading John Christy, ‘Evening the Genetic Score’, Hard Gainer Magazine, September/October (1995)
The history of health clubs is a fascinating reflection of humanity's evolving relationship with physical fitness and well-being. From the early gymnasiums of ancient civilizations to the high-tech, multi-functional fitness centers of today, the journey of health clubs is one of cultural shifts, technological advancements, and changing societal norms. This evolution has been shaped by… Continue reading Guest Post: The Evolution of Health Clubs: From Ancient Gymnasiums to Modern Fitness Centers
Under this heading, I would include the consumption of alcohol, tobacco, coffee, and similar substances. In my opinion, alcohol is a nerve poison that is not assimilated and requires a great expenditure of energy for its excretion. Furthermore, it decreases energy and deadens certain inner forces, which, although we may be unconscious of them, could… Continue reading George Hackenschmidt, ‘Hindrances to the Acquisition of Strength.’
In the competitive world of sports, the spotlight often shines on physical abilities, technical skills, and strategic thinking. However, an increasing body of research suggests that mental training is equally crucial for achieving peak performance. Mindfulness and meditation, practices rooted in ancient traditions, have been gaining traction among athletes and coaches as powerful tools for… Continue reading Guest Post: Harnessing the Power of Mindfulness and Meditation in Sports Performance
Pre-competition anxiety is a common experience for athletes of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. This anxiety can manifest in various ways, including physical symptoms like a racing heart, sweaty palms, and tense muscles, as well as psychological symptoms such as negative self-talk, lack of concentration, and overwhelming worry. However, managing this anxiety is… Continue reading Guest Post: Effective Strategies to Overcome Pre-Competition Anxiety
The past few years in particular, have been a wonderful time for strongman and strongwoman fans. For me, one of the most exciting developments has been the renewed interest shown in stone lifting. As a World's Strongest Man fan who grew up watching Kaz or Jon Pal dominate the competition, the sport has always had… Continue reading When did Strongmen Begin Using Atlas Stones?
Three time World Strongest Man champion Bill Kazmaier was an absolute golaith during his career. Excelling in both powerlifting and strongman, there is little doubt that Kaz is one of the most impressive strength athletes of all time. He had the static strength needed to excel in powerlifting, the athleticism needed for strongman and the… Continue reading Bill Kazmaier’s Squat and Deadlift Program
So much has been written of the great old timers, that I will barely touch upon their deeds and confine most of this article to the strongest men of the present. If all the great strong men of the past, many of whom have gone from this earth, could meet in a contest, what a… Continue reading Bob Hoffman, ‘The World’s Strongest Man: Past & Present,’ Strength & Health, 5, no. 10 (1937), 32-34 & 42-45.
Studying the History of Fitness