Muscular Development Magazine – September 1988 (Dean Tornabene Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This Muscular Development September 1988 issue featuring Dean Tornabene on the cover is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear from age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. It has been well-preserved and comes with a protective plastic sleeve. Please review all photos for detailed condition. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Features and Articles
18 – Exceeded Hopes, Confirmed Dreams & Stimulated Imagination
By Reg Bradford
Linda Wood-Hoyte defies time and expectations. Bradford highlights her impressive longevity and achievements in bodybuilding, proving that age need not dictate ability or ambition.
26 – The Majestic Muscles
By Stephen Wedan
A deep dive into the body’s most commanding muscles—the deltoids, trapezius, and neck. Wedan explains how these areas define the look of strength and offers insight into training methods that produce that coveted “armor-plated” appearance.
34 – Proliferative Therapy
By Norman Zale
Also known as sclerotherapy, this medical technique helps heal and strengthen joints and connective tissues without surgery. Zale outlines how this underused treatment benefits athletes and bodybuilders alike.
46 – High Intensity: Boom or Bane for Middle-Aged Trainees
By Dr. Ken Leistner
A balanced, science-based discussion on whether high-intensity training—pushing each set to complete muscular failure—is safe and effective for lifters in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.
50 – Potassium–Cardiac Connection
By Bruce Page
An exploration of potassium’s essential role in supporting cardiovascular health and muscle function, with a focus on preventing heart-related fatigue and maintaining overall training endurance.
58 – Dean “The Dream”
By Paula Crane
Cover feature on Dean Tornabene, the compact powerhouse often compared to Franco Columbu. This in-depth profile chronicles Tornabene’s rise, work ethic, and goal of making his mark on the professional stage as the next “pocket Hercules.”
62 – The Iron Maiden
By Gayle Hall
Despite consistently strong showings, Dorothy Herndon has remained under-recognized in national competitions. Hall makes the case that 1988 could be the year this determined athlete finally claims her place among the sport’s elite.
77 – Wonder Wedge
By Art Zeller
The V-taper—that classic “wedge” silhouette—is the defining hallmark of bodybuilding symmetry. Zeller examines how rising professional Brian (last name continued in issue) achieves this timeless physique ideal.
This September 1988 issue of Muscular Development offers a refined mix of science, health insight, and personal stories, capturing the late-1980s bodybuilding scene in all its strength and character. From Dean Tornabene’s breakout moment to cutting-edge medical and training discussions, it’s a must-have collectible for fans of vintage muscle history.