C.S. Sloan's Integral Strength

In the Footsteps of Legends - Part 6: Upper Leg Training Golden Era Training Secrets, Tips, Techniques, Methods, and Workouts for Building Massive, Symmetrical, and Defined Thigh Muscles      We have reached the 6th, and penultimate, part of my on-going series on the training methods and workouts of the golden era bodybuilders, the champions of the ‘70s and ‘80s.  Although not necessary, it would be helpful to read the other parts before you delve into this one.  At the very least, read the first two parts, which cover the “overall” golden era methodologies (though Part 2 also covers shoulder training).  If you’re interested, here are the links: Part One - Overview of golden era training Part Two - Methods not discussed in part one along with shoulder training Part Three - Chest training Part Four - Back training Part Five - Arm training      After this one, I will conclude the series with a final article on calves an...

Some Thoughts on Different Methods of Training, Intuitive Workouts, and How to Break the “Rules” of Lifting      I’m not really sure where I’m going with this.  About half, maybe slightly more and perhaps a little less, of my articles I plan rather meticulously.  I make notes.  I craft an outline.  I have, in short, a plan.  The other half are nothing but the random musings of what is, at the time, circulating throughout the recesses of my mind.  As I’ve pointed out in other essays, I often write just to see what happens.  For me, it is these latter writings that bring a sense of joy to writing.  I’m a writer, sure, but I’m also a creative .  I think it’s also one of the reasons that I love training so much, as well.  Although there undoubtedly is some science to lifting, it is also an art form.  If I’m correct in this assumption of lifting as art, and I have absolutely no doubt that I am, then working out ...