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Muscular Development Magazine – December 1986 (Vol. 23 No. 12, Steve Bohnstedt Cover)
This December 1986 issue of Muscular Development Magazine features Steve Bohnstedt on the cover—a model athlete whose balanced approach to bodybuilding, community work, and fitness advocacy embodies the best of the sport’s values. This edition closes out the year with inspiring profiles, training innovations, and expert commentary on bodybuilding’s evolving science.
The magazine is in good condition, showing typical light wear consistent with its age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Please review all photos for condition verification.
Each magazine is shipped with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Table of Contents – Features
36 – Dave Zelon—Boldly Going Where No Man Has Gone Before
By Reg Bradford
A behind-the-scenes look at Dave Zelon, the visionary behind the inaugural Bodybuilding/Fitness Camp at Rider College. Bradford captures both his entrepreneurial ambition and the human side of one of the sport’s rising promoters.
40 – Steve Bohnstedt—Bodybuilding’s Biggest Brother
By Paula Crane
An in-depth feature on cover star Steve Bohnstedt, whose charisma, athleticism, and compassion have made him both a standout in the gym and a mentor to underprivileged youth.
49 – Aminos: A Delicate Balance
By Norman Zale
A comprehensive review of amino acid supplementation—past, present, and future. Zale explains how these vital nutrients continue to evolve as essential components in the quest for peak performance.
53 – Mike Christian in the Pit
By Lou Parees
A candid look at one of bodybuilding’s strongest personalities, Mike Christian, as he reflects on his career, struggles, and future in the sport after a turbulent year.
61 – Beam In on Brute Strength
By Dr. Ken Leistner
An unconventional training article encouraging lifters to think outside the barbell. Leistner introduces I-beam lifting—a powerful, industrial twist on traditional strength-building techniques.
This issue of Muscular Development marks a memorable close to 1986, combining profiles of character-driven athletes with scientific insight and innovative training ideas—a true collector’s edition for vintage bodybuilding enthusiasts.