Shoutout to Muscle Mastery for producing a short documentary on George Eiferman, one of the unsung stars of the 1940s and 1950s bodybuilding scene. A 1948 Mr. America winner, Eiferman had a remarkable life! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7CeBRgNAHY
Once in a generation, it has been said, a super-athlete arises whose prowess astonishes the world. Several generations have come and gone, however, since Louis Cyr arose and showed what he could do. Since that time nothing approaching his extraordinary performances has ever been seen. Louis Cry, French-Canadian, was born in the little hamlet of… Continue reading Recollections of Louis Cyr by W. A. Pullum
Published in Iron Man Magazine in 1967 by Arnold's friend Albert Busek, the following article details Arnold's rise to fame alongside his working routine of the time. A fine biography and reminder that even during the 60s, people marvelled at the Austrian's successes. JUST a short year ago his name was still generally unknown, but on October 30,… Continue reading The Amazing Physique Of A. Schwarzenegger & How He Developed It (1967 Article)
Published in Iron Man Magazine in 1967 by Arnold's friend Albert Busek, the following article details Arnold's rise to fame alongside his working routine of the time. A fine biography and reminder that even during the 60s, people marvelled at the Austrian's successes. JUST a short year ago his name was still generally unknown, but on October 30,… Continue reading The Amazing Physique Of A. Schwarzenegger & How He Developed It (1967 Article)
Picture the scene. It’s 1911 and famed Wrestler George Hackenschmidt has finally retired from the squared circle. Looking forward to a life of relaxation and leisure, the man from Estonia grants you the privilege of an interview. In his strength and wrestling career, Hackenschmidt has popularised the Bear Hug, the Hack Squat and even set… Continue reading Training with Titans: George Hackenschmidt
Once in a generation, it has been said, a super-athlete arises whose prowess astonishes the world. Several generations have come and gone, however, since Louis Cyr arose and showed what he could do. Since that time nothing approaching his extraordinary performances has ever been seen. Louis Cry, French-Canadian, was born in the little hamlet of… Continue reading Recollections of Louis Cyr by W. A. Pullum
Published in Iron Man Magazine in 1967 by Arnold's friend Albert Busek, the following article details Arnold's rise to fame alongside his working routine of the time. A fine biography and reminder that even during the 60s, people marvelled at the Austrian's successes. JUST a short year ago his name was still generally unknown, but on October 30,… Continue reading The Amazing Physique Of A. Schwarzenegger & How He Developed It (1967 Article)
Most women get into bodybuilding because they are unhappy with their bodies. Perhaps they are overweight and long to resemble the Twiggy-like models they see in Vogue or in TV commercials. Or perhaps they are in poor health and want more energy and vitality. Or maybe they are anorexic-looking and shapeless and want to add… Continue reading Female Bodybuilder Astrid Falconi – From Pompons to Barbells & Dumbbells by Greg Zulak (1993 Article)
Published in Iron Man Magazine in 1967 by Arnold's friend Albert Busek, the following article details Arnold's rise to fame alongside his working routine of the time. A fine biography and reminder that even during the 60s, people marvelled at the Austrian's successes. JUST a short year ago his name was still generally unknown, but on October 30,… Continue reading The Amazing Physique Of A. Schwarzenegger & How He Developed It (1967 Article)
Once in a generation, it has been said, a super-athlete arises whose prowess astonishes the world. Several generations have come and gone, however, since Louis Cyr arose and showed what he could do. Since that time nothing approaching his extraordinary performances has ever been seen. Louis Cry, French-Canadian, was born in the little hamlet of… Continue reading Recollections of Louis Cyr by W. A. Pullum
