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Muscular Development Magazine – March 1988 (Phil Hill Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This Muscular Development March 1988 issue featuring Phil Hill on the cover is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. It has been carefully preserved and comes with a protective plastic covering. Please review the photos for condition reference. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Features and Articles
20 – Under the Lights
By Redd Hall, Ph.D. & Russ Warner
Two of bodybuilding’s most respected analysts examine the posing artistry of the top ten Mr. Olympia finishers, breaking down what separates great presentation from good performance.
28 – High Intensity: Truth or Consequences
By Dr. Ken Leistner
A comprehensive exploration of the High-Intensity Training (HIT) philosophy—its origins, evolution, strengths, and pitfalls. Leistner provides a balanced perspective on how to use the method effectively without falling prey to its common misinterpretations.
34 – Back Magic
By Stephen Wedan
Addresses the challenge of training around lower back injuries. Wedan explains how to maintain progress and safely rehabilitate while minimizing the risk of aggravating existing problems.
38 – Pumping in Paradise
By Reg Bradford
Phil Hill and Connie McCloskey bring professional bodybuilding to the beaches of Jamaica, inspiring vacationers with hands-on demonstrations and a message of health and strength in a tropical resort setting.
44 – Pulling Himself Up by His Bootstraps
By Art Zeller
A deeply personal feature on Dave Draper, the 1960s bodybuilding icon. Once defined by both triumph and turmoil, Draper shares how friendship, perseverance, and discipline helped him rebuild his life and rediscover his passion for fitness.
48 – Stuff the Stuff
By Don Ross
A candid and practical guide to overcoming the post-steroid slump. Ross outlines strategies for re-establishing progress naturally through smart training, nutrition, and mindset.
55 – A Lesson in Tenacity
By Lee James
Meet Vicki O’Connor, a rising amateur from North Carolina whose drive and determination make her a standout among the new generation of female competitors.
58 – “Sam”
By Lonnie Teper
A profile of Samantha Madsen, one of Utah’s most promising female bodybuilders, whose charisma and stage presence make her a name to watch in upcoming contests.
This March 1988 issue of Muscular Development delivers a perfect blend of science, personal stories, and classic bodybuilding culture—from injury recovery and training philosophy to profiles of rising stars and legends returning to form. A standout collectible for enthusiasts of vintage fitness history and 1980s bodybuilding.