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The Foundation of Physical Culture
The passing of Dan Lurie, bodybuilding pioneer and publisher of Muscle Training Illustrated, at the age of 90
John BalikJanuary 16, 2014 -
Joe Weider’s Mr. Olympia
After Larry Scott’s meteoric rise to the top, beginning...
Iron Man MagazineDecember 15, 2013 -
Actions, Routines and Habits
We are creatures of habit. We have all heard...
John BalikNovember 15, 2013 -
Inspiration and Perspiration
As a young man my father raced bicycles. That...
John BalikOctober 15, 2013 -
Casey Viator: A Bodybuilding Prodigy
A prodigy by definition is an extraordinarily talented youth....
John BalikSeptember 15, 2013 -
Physical and Mental Strength
Thoreau said, “The mass of men lead lives of...
Iron Man MagazineSeptember 15, 2013 -
Merchant of Dreams Joe Weider
I first met Joe Weider in 1968 through my...
John BalikAugust 16, 2013 -
Change to Evolve
Everyone accepts the need for change due to our changing world, but when it comes to doing something to create that...
John BalikJuly 24, 2013 -
The Cost-Benefit Ratio and Your Workout Goals
The start of a new year always energizes the...
John BalikMay 26, 2013 -
Remembering Sergio Oliva
Sergio Oliva: July 4, 1941–November 12, 2012 When Rick...
John BalikApril 22, 2013 -
Living Long and Living Well
Recently, I read an in-depth article in the New...
John BalikMarch 25, 2013 -
Arnold’s Latest: Total Recall
Is there any American immigrant story—or a life story anywhere—that approaches the level of accomplishment that Arnold Schwarzenegger has achieved in...
John BalikDecember 26, 2012 -
The Meaning of Physique
Physique—most people haven’t heard that one in a while;...
Iron Man MagazineNovember 26, 2012 -
Defining the Bodybuilding Lifestyle
In defining the bodybuilding lifestyle, IRON MAN follows the...
John BalikOctober 17, 2012