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This is Instinctive Training

An interesting article that examines the true meaning of Instinctive Training and how and when it should be applied.  It is another available tool that can be used, only after a sound foundation has been built over hundreds of training sessions. Source: Peak Muscle Maker -  Vol. 2 No. 3 (August 1971) Page #7 -…

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Forced Reps for Fantastic Gains

This article deals with intensifying training by extending a set with forced reps.  But beware forced reps need to be used properly for optimal results.  A very balanced article well worth the read.  Source: MuscleMag International (May 1985) Page #50 - MuscleMag International (May 1985) Page #51 - MuscleMag International (May 1985) Page #52 - MuscleMag International…

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Multi-Poundage

The Multi-Poundage System (MPS) was first introduced by Henry Atkins in 1949.  Henry provides an update in this article.  MPS was later rebranded as Drop Sets and claimed by Joe as one of the "Weider Principles". Source: Peak Muscle Maker (March 1970) Page #6 -Peak Muscle Maker (Mar 1970) Page #7 -Peak Muscle Maker (Mar 1970)

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The Majestic Muscle

Bob Hoffman offers instructional advise on building the trapezius muscle. Source: Muscular Development (December 1980) Page #24 - Muscular Development (December 1980) Page #25 - Muscular Development (December 1980) Page #67 - Muscular Development (December 1980) Page #68 - Muscular Development (December 1980)

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Andreas Cahling’s Seven Favorite Specialization Methods

Andrea's shares his seven proven specialization methods for bringing up lagging bodyparts. Source: MuscleMag International (July 1980) Page #37 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #38 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #39 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #40 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #41 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #42 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980) Page #43 -MuscleMag International (Jul 1980)

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To Lift Or Lower

An early article on 'retrogravity' training more commonly known as negative reps.   Very important tool in any bodybuilders arsenal. Source: Peak Muscle Maker Vol.3 No.1  (June 1971) Page #16 - Peak Muscle Maker Vol.3 No.1 (June 1971) Page #17 - Peak Muscle Maker Vol.3 No.1 (June 1971)

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Know Yor Muscles

The more you know about the make up and functions of your muscles, the easier you can develop the physique you want.  The focus of this article is the serratus magnus. Source: Mr America (March 1961) Page #32 - Mr America (March 1961) Page #33 - Mr America (March 1961) Page #62 - Mr America (March 1961)

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