Description
Muscular Development Magazine – May 1996 (Rachel McLish Cover, Includes Poster)
This Muscular Development May 1996 issue features Rachel McLish, the legendary first Ms. Olympia and trailblazer for women’s fitness, on the cover, complete with the original fold-out poster. The magazine is in good condition, showing light, expected wear from age. The item shown in the listing photos is the exact copy you will receive.
A true collector’s item, this edition combines in-depth interviews with icons, groundbreaking training science, and thought-provoking commentary on the evolution of bodybuilding. Each copy is shipped in a plastic protective covering for preservation. Please review the photos for condition details. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Overview
Training
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Ask the Experts – Top-of-the-Line Training Tips (By William J. Kraemer, PhD & Steven J. Fleck, PhD)
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High Intensity – Is Bodybuilding a Science? (By Mike Mentzer)
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Paul DeMayo’s Total Arm Training – DeMayo Dissects Biceps and Triceps (By Reg Bradford)
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Vince Taylor: Terminator Calves! – Build Calves Like a Champion (By Reg Bradford)
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Labrada’s Corner – Q&A with the Gentleman Who Knows All the Answers (By Lee Labrada)
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Natural Bodybuilding Stars – How the Magnificent Naturals Fared at Mr. Universe (By Reg Bradford)
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Heavy Duty Training – Evaluate Your Workouts by the Appropriate Standard (By Mike Mentzer)
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Kinesiology – Rope Extension for the Lateral Head of the Triceps (By Stephen E. Alway, PhD)
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Dave Fisher’s Total Leg Training – A Metalhead’s “Kill-Your-Legs” Workout (By Reg Bradford)
Health & Fitness
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Best of Health – Anti-Aging, Muscle-Saving, Health-Promoting Melatonin Miracle (By Michael Colgan, PhD, CCN)
Nutrition
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Eat to Win – Dumb and Dumber: The Mental Effects of Ketogenic Diets (By Robert Haas, PhD)
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Nutrition and Fat-Loss Q&A – MCTs, Energy Bars, and the Best Fruits (By Bob Lefavi, PhD, CSCS)
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Nutrition Update – The Best Anti-Catabolic Nutrients (By Brian Leibovitz, PhD)
Drugs
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Testosterone Revisited – Does Testosterone Decline with Aging? (By Michael Colgan, PhD, CCN)
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State of the Art – Save Your Eyes, Arginine, and Rogaine (By Michael Colgan, PhD, CCN)
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Drugs in Sports Q&A – “Doped or Duped?” with Experts Wadler, Yesalis & Voy (By Bob Lefavi, PhD, CSCS)
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Nubain – High Strain, No Pain: Any Gain? (By John Romano)
Features
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Arnold: A Retrospective – A Landmark Look at the Most Influential Figure in Bodybuilding History, by the Creator of Pumping Iron (Photos & Comments by George Butler)
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The Rachel McLish Interview – An Exclusive Conversation with the First Lady of Fitness: Role Model, Trailblazer, and Icon (By Austin Adams)
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Dennis Newman: Never Say Never – The Long Road to Recovery (By Carol Ann Weber)
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The Hormones That Control Growth, Pt. V – Thyroid Hormone: Master of Metabolism (By Dennis R. Sparkman, PhD)
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The Caloric Dilemma – All Calories Are Not Created Equal (By Bob Lefavi, PhD, CSCS)
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Giving Playboy a “Zap” – American Gladiators’ Raye “Zap” Hollitt Discusses Her Controversial Photoshoot (By Carol Ann Weber)
Research
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Hot Breaking Research – Phenomenal Factoids About Fitness, Health, and Nutrition (By Edmund R. Burke, PhD)
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Strength & Conditioning – The Effects of Phosfuel on Anaerobic Exercise (By William J. Kraemer, PhD)
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Fat News – The Effects of Excess Weight and How to Lose It (By Larry S. Hobbs)
Entertainment
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Muscle Mail – Readers’ Letters and Feedback
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On the Web – The Mistress of the Web Reports on Fitness, Sexuality, and Celebrity News (By Carol Ann Weber)
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Max Rep – Another Pulse-Pounding Episode in the Life of Bodybuilding’s Hottest Superhero (By Lyman Dally)
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Classifieds – By Monica Perelli
A standout issue capturing both the science and soul of bodybuilding, featuring Rachel McLish, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Paul DeMayo, and Mike Mentzer. With its rare combination of elite interviews, training blueprints, and 1990s-era commentary, this May 1996 edition is a prized piece for collectors and enthusiasts of Muscular Development’s golden years.