tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.comments2024-01-29T02:08:45.999-08:00Classic Physique Builder- CPB (Blog and Zine) -http://www.blogger.com/profile/10533269459900243281noreply@blogger.comBlogger682125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-41524309828357092502013-02-19T13:28:47.182-08:002013-02-19T13:28:47.182-08:00A fine article, with one very small, trivial corre...A fine article, with one very small, trivial correction. While verifying if this routine was authentic, I came across an interview with Maurice Jones. He re-iterated almost this exact routine, stating:<br /><br />"I’d do a bit of a warmup at the beginning, before I’d start: calisthenics, bending, arm waving, that sort of thing. I’d always start with situps on the steep board. Then I’d do my presses: Press, curl, press, curl. Rest a minute and then do another press and another curl. Three sets altogether. That was the military press. I didn’t do those leaning back presses. They called them military presses at that time. Then I’d do three sets of rowing motions; I’d do my bench presses in between (row, bench press, row, bench press, row, bench press). Three sets of bench presses.<br /><br />“Now the squat. One set of heavy squats up around 400 pounds – about a dozen repetitions. At that time I was still doing hiking on weekends so I got plenty of legwork there, and I’d have 30 or 40 pounds on my back in my rucksack. 400 pounds sometimes and if I’d drop the weight, I’d increase the reps."<br /><br />***<br /><br />Warm up was sit-ups not pushups.<br /><br />Again, all but insignificant, but for those suffering from OCD, there ya go.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-52605522892907662472012-12-03T20:02:49.302-08:002012-12-03T20:02:49.302-08:00When did he work calves and ABS?When did he work calves and ABS?Hayden Schillernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-79597456805499613672012-11-17T19:10:27.195-08:002012-11-17T19:10:27.195-08:00lollolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-44895470688694976702012-05-25T09:37:24.329-07:002012-05-25T09:37:24.329-07:00I just found this site and I find it incredibly in...I just found this site and I find it incredibly informative! I do not know if this site is still active or if it has moved on to another webpage. If anyone can let me know, I will greatly appreciate it!<br /><br />MikeMikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-26594277713053846202012-02-23T11:23:42.288-08:002012-02-23T11:23:42.288-08:00Is this blog closed forever?? too bad i just disco...Is this blog closed forever?? too bad i just discovered it now, it is fantastic, love classic physiques.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-9414366542211659542011-10-23T01:05:27.227-07:002011-10-23T01:05:27.227-07:00This is definitely a great clip. Does anyone know ...This is definitely a great clip. Does anyone know of any footage that might have been shot of him winning the 1950 Mr. Universe title? He looked absolutely godlike in some of the stills from that first ever Mr. Universe competition.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-59065632409574168712011-09-14T11:14:22.330-07:002011-09-14T11:14:22.330-07:00I am just curious, on the cover of that book it sa...I am just curious, on the cover of that book it says "How I gained 19lb of muscle in 2 weeks". I've been training for 3 years now and never met anyone who showed evem close to that kind of muscle gains while not taking steroids. Just wondering what you guys think?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-30354707209334800012011-09-07T01:16:10.786-07:002011-09-07T01:16:10.786-07:00Very interesting and informative article indeed. I...Very interesting and informative article indeed. I have to admit that I always follow all news about this, so it was quite interesting to read this your post about this subject. Reading this your entry I have even noticed some new information which I haven’t known before. Thanks a lot for sharing this interesting post and I will be waiting for other great news from you in the nearest future.Thesis Writinghttp://www.essayprovider.com/thesis-dissertation-writing-services.aspxnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-67847563311863099132011-04-30T12:44:12.110-07:002011-04-30T12:44:12.110-07:00Can someone reply if Classic Physique Magazine is ...Can someone reply if Classic Physique Magazine is still been published. Thank you 4-30-2011<br /><br />CarlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-18508464917873068682011-03-10T15:54:34.996-08:002011-03-10T15:54:34.996-08:00This is great information. So refreshing to see so...This is great information. So refreshing to see someone who did it on just 3 meals a day. All this crap about 6-8 meals a day is nuts. It gets expensive and I feel like my whole day revolves around food. I also love the fact that he recommended more carbs in the diet; they get such a bad rap now a days. Im going to give this a shot. Except the cottage cheese part, im allergic to dairy lol.<br /><br />Thanks for all the info!!Trumannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-46913319369706258032011-02-27T04:01:42.520-08:002011-02-27T04:01:42.520-08:00These all chapters are giving enough of informatio...These all chapters are giving enough of information on the bodybuilding concepts. Such that these tips can be easily followed to form the bodybuilding. That would be great for us.Muscle Buildinghttp://www.aboutmusclebuilding.org/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-80590511467374443772011-02-26T10:20:35.935-08:002011-02-26T10:20:35.935-08:00Hi, are the photos still shots, taken from the 195...Hi, are the photos still shots, taken from the 1957 Hercules movie?<br />ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-55566704332674633342011-01-24T10:47:10.055-08:002011-01-24T10:47:10.055-08:00will this website be active again - enjoyed the co...will this website be active again - enjoyed the comments - no one else discusses true natural training anymore accept here on this forumFranknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-50832940429276422792011-01-16T08:39:58.142-08:002011-01-16T08:39:58.142-08:00Hey there,
I check in with this blog about once ...Hey there, <br /><br />I check in with this blog about once a week just to see what's happening and if there's anything new. What are your plans for it next?<br /><br />AndrewAndrew Stantonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05999305660812232075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-14814073767655987342010-12-28T13:02:59.583-08:002010-12-28T13:02:59.583-08:00Hi there,
I'm very keen to try Steve's re...Hi there,<br /><br />I'm very keen to try Steve's reducing diet, however I do not eat dairy products (with the execption of eggs) so for a protein powder for his power drink, would soy milk, grinded soy beans & grinded oatmeal work?<br /><br />Excelent site too btw - going to give Steve's beginner workout a go at the new year :-)Thank you for taking the time out to put this site together.<br /><br />Merry Xmas<br />DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-90093713768635235332010-11-27T13:49:41.222-08:002010-11-27T13:49:41.222-08:00REEVES!!! This guy loved to train,He didn't ju...REEVES!!! This guy loved to train,He didn't just lift weights He was an artist with a vision. Much like a sculptor with his hammer and chisel, Reeves too used his iron tools to create his masterpiece! LONG LIVE STEVE REEVES!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-34497604272303977662010-11-21T22:35:40.895-08:002010-11-21T22:35:40.895-08:00Oh huh, didn't know the books were all that d...Oh huh, didn't know the books were all that different...dangit, spent my money on the wrong thing!<br /><br />I don't think old school bodybuilding will ever hit mainstream again, but I think that being healthy still is.<br /><br />Let's face it, p90x style workouts (which are the rage right now) really do lead to a more healthy lifestyle, I may not agree with the dieting it involves, but it definitely promotes a nice physique over the roided up ones.<br /><br />I also think movies now days promote good healthy physiques, which is a good thing.<br /><br />But to be honest I did once see a bodybuilder, with his really really shredded look (i'm not sure what the word for it is) I don't ever want to look like that, but I can tell and respect that he put effort into it.<br /><br />As far as functionality goes, that sometimes bugs me, I got into bodybuilding because let's face it, as much as I love playing sports, my coordination just isn't top notch, I got frustrated, until I got into bodybuilding my confidence was pretty low. Doesn't help that I have asthma either.<br /><br />Honestly I kinda think it's why most kids who lift weights a lot seem to be such nerds :)Nilshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10858803952336847102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-54602461489245648602010-11-21T08:51:56.882-08:002010-11-21T08:51:56.882-08:00Great site,great info,great pics. Please keep up t...Great site,great info,great pics. Please keep up the work that you do here.It is sorely needed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-5123098981272907192010-11-21T07:48:31.062-08:002010-11-21T07:48:31.062-08:00I agree with all on this post - I think the major ...I agree with all on this post - I think the major flaw with bodybuilding is that today people look for extremes in their entertainment - not enough to watch a film with a good story line, but ya got to have 3D 1080P - most everything today has to be over the top - So I feel that maybe the bygone days are truly gone in bodybuilding and this will have to be for all of us just a personal journey shared with a few physical culturists - Maybe we can reach out on a personal level to some - I still believe that common sense is not dead yet (Hope I'm right)Johnny Gnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-89438914839152273742010-11-21T00:16:07.588-08:002010-11-21T00:16:07.588-08:00Hi Dzenan (and Everyone),
Yes...I agree. Even th...Hi Dzenan (and Everyone),<br /><br />Yes...I agree. Even though there is a "way back" for the naturals, it doesn't mean that they will take it. <br /><br />In all likelyhood, it will take a worldwide CPB movement that will have to grow in numbers, form its own federation, and then sponsor its own contests with hierarchical Mr titles at the city, state/province, region, national level, etc, in order to bring about a restoration of sanity. In essence, CPB'ers will have to build their own world and bring about a new Golden Age. Because it will attract the general public, it does have the potential of becoming the mainstream and marginalizing "modern bodybuilding" and "natural bodybuilding."<br /><br />I agree, it is a long way to go, but such a healthy and sane movement would be a major contribution to the world!<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />CPB (Anthony)- CPB (Blog and Zine) -https://www.blogger.com/profile/10533269459900243281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-34150009118954276402010-11-20T16:12:39.817-08:002010-11-20T16:12:39.817-08:00I think you guys are attempting to climb Mt. Evere...I think you guys are attempting to climb Mt. Everest if you think the naturals of today will somehow come to appreciate and compete like the bb's of old or that judges and public will change. The need to see freakish physiques will always be there; and there will always be people willing to try to get bigger or stronger than nearest competition, to push the envelope, and show off. If steroids had been more prevalent in the old days, I'm sure some of the old bb's would have used them. <br /><br /> I think the best that this movement can achieve is to form a following of its own and compete side by side with the other two, sort of like how powerlifting and olympic lifting still exist. If there are enough people in the future, we'll be able to start our own federation and have our own competitions, independent of IFBB and the likes. It would be a fantastic thing to return the Mister titles, include an element of weightlifting, endurance, real posing shorts, athleticism, and feats of strength all combined into this new competition. It would attract public and competitors world wide if it was something unique, positive and progressive. There is a long way to go, but I see this as a possibility.Dzenannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-83729793415444988582010-11-20T13:36:47.833-08:002010-11-20T13:36:47.833-08:00Anthony,
i really like the thought of you, that ...Anthony, <br /><br />i really like the thought of you, that NB´s should do athletic displays but not like the women fitness contest :) <br /><br />That´s why i think the bodybuilders of 80,70,60 years ago are and should be superior. Not only that, they also wrote many articles about Strength feats, arm wrestling etc.<br /><br />Even Bill Pearl did strength feats like ripping telephone books, Reg Park can be seen lifting a taxi. Sorry Franco Columbo was not the first :) <br /><br />I read an article that John Grimek tried to outjump everybody in his competitive days. There were also a lot of bodybuilders who strong in weightlifting like: Marvin Eder, Reg Park, Roy Hilligen etc.<br /><br />I think one has to build the right physique and then has to start with athletic stuff to or supplementary. <br /><br />I mean come on, there are even photos of Vince Gironda doing negative one arm chins while holding a 100 lbs dumbbell in the other hand. He also organized teams to participate in local Highland Games and he tossed cabers. Evidence are photos which you can see if you google "Vince Gironda".Ibrahimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-3808321406036630032010-11-20T11:12:36.781-08:002010-11-20T11:12:36.781-08:00Hi Johnny (and Everyone),
Yes...I agree. Steve d...Hi Johnny (and Everyone),<br /><br />Yes...I agree. Steve did not say that he did not train his abs, he said that his abs got plenty of training in every exercise he did for other body parts! So, he didn't have to train them directly.<br /><br />So that is something to consider, if you are training mainly with barbells and dumbbells, then you might find your abs being worked much more than if you use machines for everything. So if you are doing a lot of machine training, then some direct ab work to keep the abs toned (not for mass building) would be appropriate.<br /><br />Yes...the CPB Champs of the Golden Age were more well-rounded athletes than the roid-monsters that came later. In a way, they had to be, because so many of the physique contests back then actually REQUIRED them to do some kind of athletic performance (aside from posing). Actually, that's how Reeves lost out to John Grimek one year. They were tied in terms of physique points, but Grimek won because he had better gymnastic ability!<br /><br />So perhaps that is the key or a "way back" for the natural bodybuilders of today. If the natural contests required some display of athletic ability, then perhaps they could not dehydrate themselves for that "cadaver" look since that would rob them of their strength. It might then give the advantage for a more healthy looking and functioning physique - just a thought!<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />CPB (Anthony)- CPB (Blog and Zine) -https://www.blogger.com/profile/10533269459900243281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-54396608553432239102010-11-19T12:29:08.146-08:002010-11-19T12:29:08.146-08:00you know Anthony I agree with you about no direct ...you know Anthony I agree with you about no direct abs workouts - We discussed this a ways back that because they used so much free weights that the abs got hit from supporting the torso, where as today there is a lot of machines that bypass the abs - that is why I feel once a week or every 2 weeks to do in one day a ton of calisthenics to help balance out the body (keeping it real) - These guys from years past were more concerned about being funcutional not just pretty - they were truly athletes compared to the monsters of these days - Just that they had so much more balance in their daily lives - a truly simiplier lifestyle I guess we all strive for - I some times feel more pity for the so called Natural bodybuilders of these days because they don't know what they want - I am not supporting the druggies but at least they know what they want even if it is unhealthy and misguided - CPB is on the right track thank God !!!Johnny Gnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9086532741566247662.post-25199390140533379202010-11-19T09:49:03.901-08:002010-11-19T09:49:03.901-08:00Hi Johnny (and Everyone),
Yes...there are some mi...Hi Johnny (and Everyone),<br /><br />Yes...there are some minor differences in advice/info between Steve's two books. Probably, the most helpful way to look at this is that in book "Building the Classic Physique" - Steve is really focusing on the "classic physique" and training in a specific way to create that look (e.g., not training abs, traps, directly). <br /><br />His other book was put together from a collection of articles that he wrote on specialization training and how to do it for each body part. So it was advice for a different purpose. <br /><br />I suspect that his co-authors might have inserted the ab exercises into the Beginning Routine in the Dynamic Muscle Building book (which was published after Steve passed away). In the actual beginning and intermediate routines that Steve actually used (which are in his Classic Physique book), he did no direct ab training.- CPB (Blog and Zine) -https://www.blogger.com/profile/10533269459900243281noreply@blogger.com