The Development of Physical Power by Arthur Saxon In 1906 The Strongest Man in the World wrote his first of two books describing his simple methods for developing genuine strength and power, not just useless artificially swollen muscles. This is an intimate account of how this man of 5 feet 10 inches tall and 200 lbs. stood the weightlifting world on end with his staggering feats of raw power and death defying strongman stunts. Arthur Saxon Explains How to Do Ten Different Exercises While his methods were simple, maybe even crude by today's standards, the author explains in detail with photos how to do ten different lifts using barbells, dumbbells and kettlebells plus ring and ball lifting. Exercises such as the Two-Handed Lift to the Shoulder, The Bent Press, Holding at Arms’ Length, Ring and Ball-Lifting, just to name a few. Here’s a portion of what is covered: Read about his early family life, complete with photos of his mother, father and brothers, Hermann and Kurt. Learn about some of the incidents in Saxon’s professional career and how he transformed his critics into believers with his astonishing lifts. Discover Arthur Saxon’s definition of REAL functional strength. Hear Saxon’s views on the subject of light exercise in relation to heavy weight-lifting. Learn which sports help heavy weight-lifting, and how. The importance of bodyweight in relation to heavy weight lifting. The author’s suggestions for specific exercises and exercise routines. How to avoid monotony and getting stale in your training. Inside tips on diet, alcohol, tobacco, etc. General weight-lifting advice on getting started; where to train, what to wear, types of weights, exercises, method of progression, breathing, energy conservation, etc. The great Arthur Saxon, Strongest Man in the World, explains in his own words, what it feels like to lift 350 lbs with one hand! Why there is a difference between lifting adjustable plate loading and hollow shot-loading barbells. Read press releases about Arthur, Hermann and Kurt Saxon as they traveled the world with the circus as The Saxon Trio. An exclusive, never before published, discussion regarding Arthur’s little known and highly successful wrestling career! Discover Arthur Saxon’s true body measurements and a list of his world record lifts. A brief biography with photos of his brothers Hermann and Kurt, who along with Arthur comprised the famed Saxon Trio rounds out the book. Read the eye witness account, by famous British physical culture authority Thomas Inch, substantiating Arthur Saxon's weight-lifting claims. And much, much more! The rare photos on the front and back cover plus 45 photos and illustrations inside are more than worth the price of this beautiful 5 x 7 softcover book with 122 pages.

The Development of Physical Power by Arthur Saxon

The Text Book of Weight-Lifting by Arthur Saxon "The Strongest Man in the World!" Back in print! For now at least the best book on the training methods of the old-time strongmen that I've seen. Opening this book of 1910 gives you the feeling you've opened the training manual of strongmen of yore. It's filled with rare never before published photos of the great Arthur Saxon, world famous professional strongman and circus performer billed as, The Strongest Man on Earth! (He personally posed for each and every lift! This alone is worth the price of the book!) It's just the right mix of rare nostalgic photos and practical training information. What were his training methods? Rare information? One of the very few books describing in detail the training methods of the old-time strongmen of the day, before vitamins, steroids or plastic surgery! Over 50 pages of text, photos and beautiful artwork printed on heavy enamel paper. This IS a Classic Book, especially for someone who loves to read about real old-time strongmen and HOW they trained. A great gift idea! Chapters Include: I. Weight-lifting, The Best Exercise II. Clean Lifting III. The Bent Press IV. The Continental Lifts V. Ring, Ball, and Square Weight-lifting VI. Weight-lifting Exercises VII. Exhibition & Trick Weight-lifting Feats Highly recommended, you'll really like this beautiful 5 x 7 softcover book with 85 pages and a glossy two-color cover. Order a copy today!

The Text Book of Weight-Lifting by Arthur Saxon

“I was very pleased with the Saxon book it is very interesting. I hope you have allot of success with the Saxon book.” R.S. London, England “I would like to compliment you on the Saxon book. It looks great! And it was interesting to read Saxon’s own words.” Raymond G. Milwaukee, Wisconsin “I certainly did enjoy your Textbook of Weight Lifting by Arthur Saxon.” Robert F. Jericho, New York “The large format photographs are superb quality and really hammer in an insight of the past, olden day strongman. This is the finest reproduction of such an old and rare book I reckon I’ve ever seen and the drawings of Saxon are terrific!” Mike T. London, England “What a fine job on the Saxon book! It was very easy to read with the bold type, very attractive covers and inside format.” Bob C. Pottstown, Pennsylvania “Very good, printed on fine paper with good photos!” Harry H. San Pedro, CA "I really enjoyed the Saxon book due to the unusual training information and rare old photos. The section on the continental lifts was particularly instructional for an amateur lifter like myself." C. H. Kenova, West Virginia "The Textbook of Weight Lifting by Saxon is a real gem. It is wonderful how almost 100 years later, people of the Iron Game can share in the wealth of knowledge of one of the Old Masters like Saxon. Hats off to you on this one!" Lou T. Howell, New Jersey "As I previously mentioned, The Textbook of Weight Lifting by Arthur Saxon was worth every cent I paid and then some! I'm sure this book will be of value." Glenn C. Milwaukee, Wisconsin "I love the Arthur Saxon book! It is interesting to see that many of the things in weight training Saxon was complaining about ninety years ago still hold true today. What an eye-opener!" Casey R. Germantown, Maryland "The Arthur Saxon book is one of, or is, the best of all my 'muscle books'. Thanks for the great work!" Stephen D. Mount Hermon, California "Received "The Development of Physical Power" by Arthur Saxon from you. FANTASTIC! Thoroughly enjoyed it and looking forward to my next order. Thank you." Matt W. Castle Rock, California "I ordered two books by Saxon from your website about six months ago. Great books! Super Strength Training is a great website. Useful and important information about real strength training and valuable info about the massive power of the men of old! Thanks and keep up the great work!" Sverre D. Larvik, Norway