My mission is and always will be to share the knowledge from the greatest era of bodybuilding, that of the natural eras, the eras of the Titans, so that The Titans may Roam the Earth Again!
When I first began training with weights at age 15 in 1962 I was fortunate to receive a large number of Strength & Health and Muscle Builder magazines from a former successful bodybuilder who worked for my father. Those magazines featured many of the Golden Era Bodybuilders plus a lot of articles and photos of Olympic Lifters. Back then full body workouts were the norm with emphasis on compound movements that affected the major muscle groups like Squats, Bench Press, Barbell Rows, Deadlifts, Military Press, Barbell Curls, etc. These routines formed the basics of my training and produced excellent results. It's ironic now that I'm 77 years old I have decided to go back to these basic exercises to maintain my strength and well being.
@@christian5051 I can answer for the 60's, it was wonderful, there was more freedom, no cell phones causing cancer & tracking our location, no cameras spying on us, very few STD's, less narcissists, the food was not genetically corrupted or poisoned like it is today, society was somewhat moral, more people focused on God than themselves. it was not paradise, but life was better than today.
@@christian5051 I answered you once but my comment did not appear. The 60's were wonderful, we had freedom then, the food was not genetically corrupted or poisoned with glysophates like it is today. There were no toxic cell phones causing cancer or harmful wireless frequencies. People were kind & gentle, more moral and closer to God, there were less narcissists trying to control & ruin peoples lives. People had more testosterone and got out & enjoyed life more. We spoke our mind knowing no one would try to shun what we say.
omg this channel... THIS FKING CHANNEL MATE!!! Ive been lifting for a very short time less than two years but im pretty nerdy about what I do and I quickly noticed theres something wrong with the fitness industry. theres influencers ripped af on gear that scam people on their training programes and then theres men literally getting depressed because they put their best to only achieve a fraction of what they expected. Its really toxic. You sir are a legend for bringing up this difficult topic and sharing the truth. Thank you.
May I call you Sir. I agree with you assessment regarding Allen Stephen. The the man was is a true Titan of The Silver Era. I and many other should aspire to be as physically imposing as was this Herculean individual. The man radiates strength, raw power, and robust physical health. Inspiring is the word that best describes this master of Iron Game. Thank you once again for sharing your labor of love. It has brought a large smile to an elderly gentleman. Kudos!
Thank you Sir. Your words, an honour 🎖 I greatly appreciate your comment 🙏 and yes, these men were titans...my mission is to share the knowledge of the past, so that titans may roam the earth again!
I'm an older lifter and one of the biggest things I find with younger lifters is. They do not work on progression. Using the same weight for the same reps each workout does nothing but keep you at that level. That's fine if you hav reached your goal. But if not. Work on adding 1 rep for each exercise that you do. So that's 1 rep added on just 1 set. The next workout try to add 1 rep to 2 of your sets and so on. If you can add 1 rep on all of your sets, per exercises then that's fantastic. The next workout try to add another rep. Do this without a spotter helping you complete the rep. The spotter can be there for safety, but you do the work without help.
This is what most do not do, instead choosing to change their routines as often as changing clothes...slow progression on the basics will always be the key to natural gains
@@dusan78 For sure, The problem is young people following all these fitness influencers. Changing routines every month. Trying to stay super lean 6 months out of the year. Not using a form of progression. Then after 4 years they wonder why their physics and strength levels haven't increased significantly.
@@dusan78 Lol, man I'm 57 and will be 58 in Oct. Us being older, we can still use progression to get stronger. Doesn't matter the rep range you like to use. 💪🏾 As we get older I believe staying strong or getting stronger is the key to keeping our mobility. So we can do whatever we want. I'm currently rebuilding a mobile home by myself. No way would I be able to do that if I didn't keep my strength. 👍🏾 Personally I don't believe we will gain any more significant muscle after lifting for 15 years.
These are some excellent points n rules that, I believe , many of us can continue to follow across the ages. Wish I can go back 20 years to give my former self this iron clad advice. .Instead of blindly following generic PED abusing muscle mags.
Yes, that is the true wonder of today's day and age, the availability and accessibility of such information. I wish I could have had such information 30 years ago
Can anyone remember cyberpump? Was a natural bodybuilding site in the early years of the net. I’m thinking 98-2004. Discussed 20 rep squats etc. it was more about the ‘routine’ back then rather than the ‘influencer’ . Very worrying how things have developed. Here’s a question. Can anyone point to a 100% natural influencer on the gram?
Yes, his course which is now available on my website is much like Reg Park's or Doug Hepburn's...focus on compounds with heavy weights, with optimal recovery on a whole natural diet, it can't be any simpler
Great stuff 💪However I have a question: Alan Stephan's beginners program say 3x times per week? Monday Wednesday Friday or do u include some week day aswell? Also 3 times per week how do you even recover from that 😛
I’d say their general advice would be to add more frequency (more training days) but not go as heavy, and add in extra cardio because obviously calories weren’t tracked back then
Alan Stephan was one of the most gorgeous bodybuilders of all time. His perfect body, handsome face, beautiful hair, and intelligence make him just about perfect.
@@maalikfazal1406 no problem, tell him I sent you. You could buy a crappy 25 dollar one from Amazon but to develop a truly herculean chest, Robert's are the best on the Planet. I haven't reviewed it yet, but I will do a video review soon
Sleep is often underestimated. Behind the Neck Press. Nice way to F up the shoulders. Old knowledge is not always better knowledge. Stay critical, whether you like the old or the new.
My mission is and always will be to share the knowledge from the greatest era of bodybuilding, that of the natural eras, the eras of the Titans, so that The Titans may Roam the Earth Again!
When I first began training with weights at age 15 in 1962 I was fortunate to receive a large number of Strength & Health and Muscle Builder magazines from a former successful bodybuilder who worked for my father. Those magazines featured many of the Golden Era Bodybuilders plus a lot of articles and photos of Olympic Lifters. Back then full body workouts were the norm with emphasis on compound movements that affected the major muscle groups like Squats, Bench Press, Barbell Rows, Deadlifts, Military Press, Barbell Curls, etc. These routines formed the basics of my training and produced excellent results. It's ironic now that I'm 77 years old I have decided to go back to these basic exercises to maintain my strength and well being.
That is impressive to still be into working out at 77, I'm 64 & struggling to get motivation, any advice?
What was it like growing up in the 50 and 60s sir?
@@christian5051 I can answer for the 60's, it was wonderful, there was more freedom, no cell phones causing cancer & tracking our location, no cameras spying on us, very few STD's, less narcissists, the food was not genetically corrupted or poisoned like it is today, society was somewhat moral, more people focused on God than themselves. it was not paradise, but life was better than today.
@@christian5051 I answered you once but my comment did not appear. The 60's were wonderful, we had freedom then, the food was not genetically corrupted or poisoned with glysophates like it is today. There were no toxic cell phones causing cancer or harmful wireless frequencies. People were kind & gentle, more moral and closer to God, there were less narcissists trying to control & ruin peoples lives. People had more testosterone and got out & enjoyed life more. We spoke our mind knowing no one would try to shun what we say.
@@christian5051 I replied but some narcissist deletes my comment,
What a massive and ripped man he was.Hard work pays off.
Absolutely 💯 agree, and 80 years ago too. The Silver Era was the true age of the titans!
omg this channel... THIS FKING CHANNEL MATE!!! Ive been lifting for a very short time less than two years but im pretty nerdy about what I do and I quickly noticed theres something wrong with the fitness industry. theres influencers ripped af on gear that scam people on their training programes and then theres men literally getting depressed because they put their best to only achieve a fraction of what they expected. Its really toxic. You sir are a legend for bringing up this difficult topic and sharing the truth. Thank you.
Love how much you love bodybuilding.
It's in my heart and in my soul, it will be there til I grow old
@@GoldenEraBookworm magnificent. Great channel, thank you!
@@Gabingus69 thank you bro, trying my best to bring back the old school bodybuilding knowledge
@@GoldenEraBookworm I’ve been binging vids my good sir, been a blast
@@Gabingus69 thank you...enjoy and apply the knowledge
Not thinking of the weights all the time is definitely important, can really burn yourself out and start overcomplicating things unnecessarily.
It's important once technique is nailed down, as well as recovery and diet. These are of paramount importance as that is when the building happens
Great offering GEB !!!
Thank you
May I call you Sir. I agree with you assessment regarding Allen Stephen. The the man was is a true Titan of The Silver Era. I and many other should aspire to be as physically imposing as was this Herculean individual. The man radiates strength, raw power, and robust physical health. Inspiring is the word that best describes this master of Iron Game. Thank you once again for sharing your labor of love. It has brought a large smile to an elderly gentleman. Kudos!
Thank you Sir. Your words, an honour 🎖 I greatly appreciate your comment 🙏 and yes, these men were titans...my mission is to share the knowledge of the past, so that titans may roam the earth again!
@@GoldenEraBookworm a true and worthy ambition Sir. May The Almighty make it so!
Golden era bookworm is the best youtube oldScholl Channel 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Thank you brother
I'm an older lifter and one of the biggest things I find with younger lifters is. They do not work on progression. Using the same weight for the same reps each workout does nothing but keep you at that level. That's fine if you hav reached your goal.
But if not.
Work on adding 1 rep for each exercise that you do. So that's 1 rep added on just 1 set. The next workout try to add 1 rep to 2 of your sets and so on.
If you can add 1 rep on all of your sets, per exercises then that's fantastic.
The next workout try to add another rep.
Do this without a spotter helping you complete the rep. The spotter can be there for safety, but you do the work without help.
This is what most do not do, instead choosing to change their routines as often as changing clothes...slow progression on the basics will always be the key to natural gains
@@GoldenEraBookworm Right on. Progression and a good routine with basic exercises, are the backbone of bodybuilding.
@@dusan78 For sure,
The problem is young people following all these fitness influencers. Changing routines every month. Trying to stay super lean 6 months out of the year.
Not using a form of progression.
Then after 4 years they wonder why their physics and strength levels haven't increased significantly.
@@dusan78 Lol, man I'm 57 and will be 58 in Oct. Us being older, we can still use progression to get stronger. Doesn't matter the rep range you like to use. 💪🏾 As we get older I believe staying strong or getting stronger is the key to keeping our mobility. So we can do whatever we want.
I'm currently rebuilding a mobile home by myself. No way would I be able to do that if I didn't keep my strength. 👍🏾
Personally I don't believe we will gain any more significant muscle after lifting for 15 years.
Great advice bye a Silver Era champion of the iron game. Thank Sir for the brilliant video lecture.
Excellent upload
Another terrific video!
Thanks, I liked this one
I would love some fresh grown pineapples, the ones I've bought at stores tasted like they were injected with corn syrup.
These are some excellent points n rules that, I believe , many of us can continue to follow across the ages.
Wish I can go back 20 years to give my former self this iron clad advice. .Instead of blindly following generic PED abusing muscle mags.
Yes, that is the true wonder of today's day and age, the availability and accessibility of such information. I wish I could have had such information 30 years ago
@@GoldenEraBookworm the information has as good as gone. All of the instagram influencers are enhanced. Where are the natural influencers?
Can anyone remember cyberpump? Was a natural bodybuilding site in the early years of the net. I’m thinking 98-2004. Discussed 20 rep squats etc. it was more about the ‘routine’ back then rather than the ‘influencer’ . Very worrying how things have developed. Here’s a question. Can anyone point to a 100% natural influencer on the gram?
Going to give this Beginner routine a proper go 🔥
REAL LEGEND
Solid rules to follow!
He knew his stuff!
Yes, his course which is now available on my website is much like Reg Park's or Doug Hepburn's...focus on compounds with heavy weights, with optimal recovery on a whole natural diet, it can't be any simpler
Great stuff 💪However I have a question: Alan Stephan's beginners program say 3x times per week? Monday Wednesday Friday or do u include some week day aswell? Also 3 times per week how do you even recover from that 😛
I wonder if there are any tips by the silver/golden era bodybuilders about fat/weight loss. About to start hitting the gym.
Thanks in advance !
I’d say their general advice would be to add more frequency (more training days) but not go as heavy, and add in extra cardio because obviously calories weren’t tracked back then
Doubt if Alan used many machines during his Mr.America run . Iron ,Iron, and more Iron what built these silver era bodybuilders.
Yes, free weights, nothing more, nothing less
we need the intermediate and advanced tips sir
Alan Stephan was one of the most gorgeous bodybuilders of all time. His perfect body, handsome face, beautiful hair, and intelligence make him just about perfect.
Hi sir. Live in GB.
Can you recommend a high quality chest expander? Thanks 🙏🏽
Robert Baraban hast the best available at shop.handgripper.net
@@GoldenEraBookworm thank you for replying sir. Greatly appreciate it 🙏🏽
@@maalikfazal1406 no problem, tell him I sent you. You could buy a crappy 25 dollar one from Amazon but to develop a truly herculean chest, Robert's are the best on the Planet. I haven't reviewed it yet, but I will do a video review soon
Awesome advice always stick to the basics.
Yes, this never changes
Now that is a Dr. Livesey level smile if I ever saw one.
They called him the Golden Hercules!
Sleep is often underestimated.
Behind the Neck Press.
Nice way to F up the shoulders.
Old knowledge is not always better knowledge.
Stay critical, whether you like the old or the new.
I hear a bit of Mentzer here
first rule: take gear and lie about it
👍
At all ears