Muscular Development Magazine – October 1985 (Vol. 22, No. 5) – Edouard Kawak Cover – Very Good Condition
This October 1985 issue of Muscular Development features Edouard Kawak, the remarkable French bodybuilder and three-time Mr. Universe, on the cover. The magazine is in very good condition, showing only minor edge wear consistent with age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. It has been carefully preserved in a plastic protective covering. Please refer to photos for condition. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Table of Contents
6 MAIL FROM MUSCLEDOM
Letters from readers share insights, questions, and opinions from the bodybuilding community.
8 POWERLIFTING NEWS
By Mike Lambert
Latest results, records, and updates from the national and international powerlifting scene.
12 SHANE DI MORA
By Jerry Byfield
A feature on one of the sport’s rising stars and his breakthrough into the bodybuilding spotlight.
13 BODYBUILDING HINTS
Quick, practical advice for improving form, diet, and results.
14 STRENGTH TRAINING METHODS: CHEMICAL MADNESS
By George Elder
A critical look at the growing use of performance enhancers and their consequences on the body and mind.
15 FACTS ABOUT NUTRITION
By Bob Hoffman
Timeless nutritional wisdom from one of the pioneers of health and fitness.
16 SQUATTING WITHOUT PAIN
By Steve Sandersen
Learn to perfect your squat technique and eliminate joint stress while maximizing lower-body gains.
18 SERGIO’S SUPER SEMINAR
By Redd Hall, Ph.D.
Sergio Oliva—the legendary “Myth”—shares his powerful training secrets and philosophy on success.
22 MS. AMERICA SERIES: POSING PIZZAZZ
By Jill O’Connor as told to Reg Bradford
A masterclass in presentation—how top female competitors create artistry and flair onstage.
26 RAMBLIN’ THRU MUSCLEDOM
By Stan Warren & Staff
A roundup of news, gossip, and behind-the-scenes happenings in the bodybuilding world.
32 MR. AMERICA SERIES: OVERRULE THE OVERTRAINING URGE
By Joe Meeko
Practical tips for recognizing overtraining signs and achieving steady, injury-free progress.
34 ED KAWAK—ONCE… TWICE… THREE TIMES MR. UNIVERSE
By Ralf Meier
An in-depth profile of the legendary Edouard Kawak, charting his rise to multiple Mr. Universe titles and his lasting influence on the sport.
44 TRAINING WITH MR. WORLD—TIM BELKNAP
By David Gentle
Discover the intense regimen of Tim Belknap, who redefined physical capability through willpower and discipline.
47 COMING EVENTS
Announcements of upcoming national and international competitions and exhibitions.
48 THUNDERLIPS PRIMES HIS “PYTHONS”
By Rick Poston
A colorful look at wrestling and bodybuilding crossover star Thunderlips and his massive arm training methods.
50 WOMEN’S & COUPLES PRO CHAMPIONSHIPS
By Reg Bradford
Event coverage of the year’s top women’s and mixed pairs competitions.
54 MARY BARLEY—RENAISSANCE WOMAN OF THE 80’s
By Richard Baldwin
A portrait of a multifaceted athlete balancing strength, intellect, and creativity in the sport’s golden decade.
74 TRAINING PROBLEMS
By John C. Grimek
The legendary Iron Man himself offers expert solutions to readers’ toughest training issues.
This issue captures the golden age of mid-’80s bodybuilding—with profiles of icons like Ed Kawak, Sergio Oliva, Tim Belknap, and Mary Barley—making it a prime collectible for enthusiasts of vintage Muscular Development history.