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The Strongest Shall Always Survive - Coming Soon!

UPDATE: This book is now available for purchase.  Go to the My Books link below for all of the details! 

I have a new book coming soon.  It's titled "The Strongest Shall Always Survive: Lifting Lessons from an Iron Legend."  If you haven't guessed already, based on the title, it's on the training of Bill Starr.  It includes all of the H-L-M essays that I originally wrote for the blog, though they have all been revamped with new material, along with some never-before-published chapters.  Here is the tentative cover:



Whether you're a long-time fan of Starr or this is your 1st time hearing of him, I think you will find plenty of great workouts, training ideas, tips, and strategies for getting bigger, stronger, and more athletic.  Outside of owning Starr's original book "The Strongest Shall Survive: Strength Training for Football," it will be the best book available for understanding Starr's methods.  (Yes, I'm aware that I might be a bit biased.)  Look for it in the next week or two!

Outside of my new book, look for a new essay on the blog in the next day or so.


     If you enjoy reading my blog, then consider buying a copy of one of my other books.  My book "Ultimate Mass and Power” is packed full of workout routines in every single chapter.  My follow-up book “Ultimate Mass and Power Essays” is crammed with great workout ideas, training theories, and even more programs.  And, if you’re looking for a book that can take you from neophyte beginner to a full-fledged advanced lifter, consider my book “Ultimate Strength.”  You can find more information in the My Books page.



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  1. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2026 at 12:35 PM

    I'll be ready to buy it immediately.

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  2. Shawn StoneFebruary 5, 2026 at 1:05 AM

    Long time fan. Looking forward to checking this out. Should come on my Youtube channel to talk about this and more about the history of iron culture!

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    1. C.S. SloanFebruary 5, 2026 at 10:01 AM

      Shawn,
      Send me an email and we can discuss this in more detail. I will certainly consider it. Thanks!

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