The Pat Casey Workout (1963)
I am constantly fascinated with learning how strongmen and women trained. For me, one of the most interesting things about the history of fitness is learning how and why people
David Gentle, ‘The Fairground Strongman Who Challenged the World.’ (Part II)
Conor’s Note: The first part of this article was published on Wednesday. Please do check back!
Guest Post: History of Chinese Weightlifting Part 1: The Imperial Era
Today’s post comes primarily from the Ma Strength weightlifting book written by Manuel Buitrago, an expert on Chinese weightlifting techniques. I’m delighted to say that Manuel has offered to write a
David Gentle, ‘The Fairground Strongman Who Challenged the World.’ (Part I)
Conor’s Note: For those who don’t know, the late David Gentle was one of the foremost collectors and writers on physical culture and weightlifting. David was kind, considerate and incredibly
Guest Post: What Are Functional Foods and Why Are They So Important?
Many of us recognize the concept of functional foods as one of the latest buzzwords in the food and health industry. However, not many of us know that this is
Bradley Steiner, ‘Partials, Rack Work And Isometrics’, POWERLIFTING (1972), 16-17
In 90% of the training you do the emphasis should be on picture-perfect form AND heavy weights. Cheating is undesirable, and while it SEEMS that you are working harder because
Fitness Programmes in the 1960s: Dennis the Menace, Mr. Wilson’s Uncle
When I say mid-century fitness programme, you’re probably thinking of Jack LaLanne’s long running programme broadcast across the USA. While this is a fair assumption to make, old Jackie
Charles Poliquin’s Nausea Leg Routine
In 2018 the strength and conditioning community lost one of the most creative, and controversial, coaches of recent memory, Charles Poliquin. Known primarily for his work with Olympic athletes, Poliqun’s
Guest Post: Brawny Books – Harvey Green, Fit for America
Harvey Green’s Fit for America is written for curious gym goers and professional historians alike. The book demonstrates that the American pursuit of health and fitness started long before Arnold
How did Doug Hepburn Train in 1953?
An absolute goliath in the training world, Douglas Ivan Hepburn or Doug for short, was one of the most respected athletes of the mid-twentieth century. Winning gold medals at the