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Muscular Development Magazine – January 1988 (Joe Meeko Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This Muscular Development January 1988 issue featuring Joe Meeko on the cover is in very good condition, showing only minor wear along the edges. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. It remains in excellent shape for its age and has been carefully preserved. Please review all photos for details. Combined shipping is available upon request, and each magazine is shipped in a plastic protective covering for safekeeping.
Features and Articles
24 – When Rest Is Best
By Bradley J. Steiner
Sometimes less is more. Steiner explains why strategic rest periods are essential for long-term muscle growth and recovery—an often-overlooked principle of serious bodybuilding.
26 – Renewed Gains with the Dumbbell “Blast”
By Don Ross
A specialized three-day split routine using almost exclusively dumbbells to reignite stagnant progress and challenge the muscles in new, dynamic ways.
30 – Retooling the Vise
By Dr. Ken Leistner
A forearm and grip specialization program designed to transform your lower arms into powerful, well-defined tools of strength. Expect noticeable growth and grip improvements within weeks.
34 – Interval Mini Sets
By Arthur Turgeon
A hybrid system combining heavy-light training, pre-exhaustion, and interval principles. This efficient strategy maximizes muscle stimulation while keeping workouts concise and intense.
42 – Back in the Public Eye
By Jan Dellinger
Cover feature on Joe Meeko, who returns triumphantly to competition after a two-year hiatus, securing victory at the NABBA Grand Nationals. A portrait of perseverance and renewed dominance.
50 – Health Club Clippers
By George Elder
An honest exploration of the health club experience—its pros, cons, and everything in between. Elder offers practical insights for anyone considering joining or investing in a gym environment.
53 – The Novice Competitor’s Psyche
By Charles Avery
A revealing look into the minds of first-time bodybuilding competitors. Through candid accounts, Avery explores the insecurities, motivations, and emotional journeys of those taking their first step onto the stage.
This January 1988 issue of Muscular Development captures the spirit of renewal and progress in bodybuilding’s late-1980s era—from fresh training approaches and mental insights to comeback stories that define the sport’s resilience. An ideal collectible for fans of classic fitness journalism and vintage muscle culture.