Description
Muscular Development Magazine – July 1987 (Vol. 24, No. 7) Will Willis Cover – No Label
This July 1987 issue of Muscular Development features Will Willis on the cover — a celebrated physique star from Northern California during the golden era of classic bodybuilding. The magazine is in good condition, with the exact copy pictured being the one you will receive.
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We offer combined shipping on multiple orders, and every magazine is shipped with a plastic protective covering for preservation.
Contents Overview
FEATURES
18 WINDOW TO THE WORLD (GYM)
By Art Zeller
A visual and historical celebration of the grand reopening of World Gym, home to legends such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Franco Columbu, Zabo Koszewski, Lou Ferrigno, and countless others. The bodybuilding elite turn out in full force for this landmark event.
25 OBTAINING THE MAXIMUM FROM THE MINIMUM
By Jan Dellinger
An editorial deep dive into the power of abbreviated training routines. Dellinger—then editor—shares practical, no-nonsense insights into how less can sometimes yield more in the weight room.
32 IPSILATERAL TRAINING
By Dr. Ken Leistner
A biomechanical analysis of single-limb (unilateral) training and its physiological advantages for balance, stabilization, and injury prevention. Leistner explores why training one arm or leg at a time can lead to better overall development.
40 WILL WILLIS — HERO AT LARGE
By H. G. Turner
A full-length feature and pictorial on Will Willis, one of Northern California’s top rising stars in bodybuilding during the late 1980s. Turner highlights Willis’s disciplined approach, aesthetic symmetry, and growing influence on the physique scene outside of Southern California’s traditional spotlight.
46 UNDER THE LIGHTS
By Redd Hall, Ph.D. and Russ Warner
An introspective photo-profile of Paula Crane, turning the camera toward one of bodybuilding’s own photographers and capturing the art of presenting physiques in their most powerful light.
52 BOARDWALK BARON
By Reg Bradford
A profile of Joe Tete, a veteran competitor turned promoter, as he brings the Mr. & Ms. America spectacle to Atlantic City. A behind-the-scenes look at bodybuilding promotion during the sport’s golden promotional age.
77 TEENAGE MR. AMERICA — DERRICK WHITSETT
Spotlight on Derrick Whitsett, the reigning Teen Mr. America. The article examines his rise, training philosophy, and the future potential of this young “budding bull” in professional bodybuilding.
A standout issue from Muscular Development’s classic 1980s lineup—featuring Will Willis, World Gym’s legendary relaunch, and profiles of key rising stars and industry icons. A collectible piece of bodybuilding history from the sport’s most influential era.