Description
Muscular Development Magazine – June 1987 (James DeMelo Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This Muscular Development June 1987 issue features James DeMelo, the South American bodybuilding sensation, on the cover. The magazine is in very good condition with minor edge wear typical of its age. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive.
A standout from the classic 1980s Muscular Development lineup, this issue blends hard science with training philosophy, spotlighting both elite athletes and experimental techniques. Each copy comes with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Overview
Features
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Supplementation—How Much Is Enough?
By Tom Tabback
A deep dive into the flawed simplicity of FDA dosage standards for vitamins and minerals, questioning why activity level, bodyweight, and cell saturation aren’t considered when determining optimal intake for serious athletes. -
Multipoundage Power Pumping
By Stephen Grabe
A comprehensive look at advanced resistance methods—“rest-pause,” “triple-drop,” and “stripping”—reimagined into a “compensatory reps” system for maximizing both power and hypertrophy. -
James DeMelo—Perfection Plus
By Don Ross
The featured cover story on James DeMelo, highlighting the physique, symmetry, and dedication that have earned him recognition as one of South America’s premier bodybuilding exports. -
Arch & Ache
By Dr. Ken Leistner
Leistner critiques the practice of arching during bench presses, detailing how it enhances leverage but risks long-term spinal injury, and offers safer mechanical alternatives for optimal strength gain. -
Intensity Manipulation
By Jeff King
A breakdown of periodization and cycle training, exploring how to adjust weights, reps, and rest for consistent growth by respecting the body’s natural adaptation phases. -
Tara—Body in Bloom
By Reg Bradford
A profile on rising Florida bodybuilding star Tara, whose combination of aesthetic balance and athletic power marks her as one of the leading women in the sport’s new wave. -
Incorporated Training
By Norman Zale
A balanced argument for incorporating cardiovascular exercise, flexibility routines, and sport play into a weightlifting regimen to achieve holistic fitness and better mind-body equilibrium.
This June 1987 edition of Muscular Development captures a defining moment in the magazine’s evolution—bridging classical strength training wisdom with the dawn of modern performance science. Featuring contributions from respected voices like Dr. Ken Leistner, Jeff King, and Don Ross, plus the cover story on James DeMelo, this issue remains a prime collectible for vintage bodybuilding enthusiasts.