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This dvd, the first of three, complements our eight books, demonstrating things people have asked about, things that are difficult to explain adequately in a book. Clarence shares the knowledge gained from his lifetime quest for improvement. For more information, reader feedback and reviews on all three Ripped DVDs, GO
DVD - Running time 89 minutes, $34.95 + $5.60 priority shipping. See below for special on the first and second DVD, $62.95 + $6.60 shipping.
The Second Ripped Video/DVD
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The principles discussed and illustrated here are the ones that have kept Clarence training to improve long after many others have lapsed into maintenance training or given up altogether. Completely different, out third video/DVD is about motivation, the sine qua non of all successful training efforts. No worthwhile fitness goal can be achieved without motivation. Using real life stories, we show you how to stay motivated year after year. Running time 53 minutes, $34.95 + $5 priority shipping. Please specify video or DVD.
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Bill Pearl/Dave Draper Seminar DVD + 30-page Conversation Booklet
This Seminar DVD was recorded in front of a live audience at the 2005 DraperOnline Bash at the World Gym in Santa Cruz, CA. Bill Pearl and Dave Draper, joined near the end by Ed Corney (article 157, Personalities), lovingly and candidly talk for 75 minutes about bodybuilding then and now, revealing truths, expelling myths and offering priceless insights. World-famous bodybuilders (see articles 27 and 118 in our Personalities category for details), Dave has been training for over 50 years and Bill for 65 plus years, they have plenty to say—their answers to questions from the audience are often surprising and always illuminating. Topics covered include their early training, goal setting, feats of strength they’ve witnessed, best lifts, the current bodybuilding scene, steroid downside, cardio training, vegetarian diet, protein requirements, aging, training partners, favorite exercises, body fat tests, injuries, training to failure, early morning training, improvements in equipment over the years, split routines, nutrition basics, supplements, hypnosis, stretching and more. Ed Corney tells about training before and after his stroke. Added bonuses are slide shows of the Draper and Pearl physiques over the years, and a 30-page booklet, Essentials & Reflections, capturing the two in a private conversation at Pearl’s ranch in Oregon; covers some of the above topics in more depth and other topics as well—especially the importance of positive attitude and having confidence in yourself and your training. Truly an exchange of bodybuilding wisdom for the ages.
A bargain at only $29.95 plus $5.60 Priority shipping. Order now.
The Classic Collection Volume One of Rare Bodybuilding & Weight
Lifting Films Video and DVD
Take a trip back in time to the Golden Days of the Iron Game and see the greatest muscle legends pose and lift. See John Grimek posing and doing muscle control, John Davis making history lifting the famous Apollon train wheels, Otto and Pete Arco doing their famous muscle control and hand-balancing act, and much more.
Lifting aficionados will love this rare black & white
footage. Background music has been added, but there’s no commentary and very
few captions to identify the old timers shown.
Those with the necessary historical perspective--and some newbies--will
love seeing Steve Reeves, Reg Park, Bill Pearl (posing in park, long segment),
John Farbotnik (posing and muscle control), George Eiferman (posing and muscle
control), Marvin Eder, Lud Shusterich, Vic Nicoletti, Ed Jubinville (muscle
control), Reg Lewis, Clarence Ross, Siegmund Klein (posing and muscle control),
Leo Robert, Ed Theriault, Alan Stephan, Jack Delinger, Melvin Wells and others
posing; and John Davis, Norb Schemansky, Doug Hepburn, Steve Stanko, Bob Hoffman
(doing bent press), Dick Bachtell, Frank Spellman, Dave Sheppard, Joe De Pietro,
Jim Bradford, Clyde Emerick, Pete George, Jim George, Chuck Vinci, and Tommy
Kono lifting, along with famous Egyptian and Russian lifters. It’s truly a
dream lineup! How many can you spot? (Many of the champions are identified on
the back of the video case in the approximate order in which they appear.) Sixty
minutes, Black & White with background music added, VHS
or DVD (no audio), $39.95 plus $5.60 priority shipping.
See physique greats of the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. Wonderful old film
footage (8 and 16 mm) converted to video, mostly black & white with color in
the late ‘60s. The quality varies from fair to good, depending on the lighting
and age. As you’d expect of old film, it’s all a little fuzzy, but the
quality of the physiques is unmistakable. Some clips of Chuck Sipes and Rick
Wayne are very brief, while segments of Grimek doing muscle control and Larry
Scott posing are quite good. Background music has been added, but still no
commentary. Muscle greats appear in the following order (order of appearance is
also on back of video case, but varies from our identification where asterisk
appears):
John Grimek (Bob Hoffman in background with hat),
Clancy Ross
Millard Williamson *
Reg Lewis
Ray Schaeffer
Vince Gironda
Timmy Leong
Zabo Koszewski*
Sam Loprinzi*
Dick DuBois*
Bob Sealey*
Pat Casey (doing bench press)
Clancy Ross
Steve Reeves
Reg Park
Larry Scott
Joe Nista Jr.
Rick Wayne at IFBB ’64 Mr. Universe
Rock Stonewall at IFBB ’64 Mr. U.
Hugo Labra at IFBB ’64 Mr. U.
Larry Scott at IFBB ’64 Mr. U.
Larry Scott Guest Posing in 1965 after First Mr. Olympia
Bob Gajda & John Corvello in ‘67
1967 IFBB Mr. U: Chuck Sipes, Mike Katz, Zabo Koszewski, Pete Caputo,
John Decola, John Maldonado, Rock Stonewall, Don Peters, and Bill Pearl
Rick Wayne in 1969
Larry Scott Winning 1965 Mr. Olympia
Bill Pearl
Freddy Ortiz in ’64 (huge arms on small man)
Harold Poole in ‘65
Bill Pearl in ‘67
Chester Yorton
Jack Delinger posing at age 50
Freddy Ortiz
One hour, Black & White w/ some Color, Background
Music (no commentary),
VHS or DVD $39.95 plus $5.60 priority shipping. (Special: Vol 1
& 2 $60 plus $6.60 shipping)
2007 Ironage Reunion and Chuck Sipes Award, $29.95 + $6 ship.
Norm Komich, a close friend and an expert on Chuck Sipes, talks about him during a dinner at the Arnold Sports Festival, where the first annual Chuck Sipes award was given to Roland Kickinger. Past bodybuilding legends attending the dinner were: Sergio Oliva, Steve Michalik, Bill Grant, Leon Brown, Joe Meeko, Anibal Lopez, Dave Mastorakis, and Vince Anello. The second hour of this 2-hour DVD contains an interview with Pete Grymkowski and Ed Connors on the history of Gold's Gym, interviews with Dennis Tinerino, Bill Grant, Jerry Brainum and Mike Torchia at the 2006 Iron Man FitExpo, and an interview of Leon Brown, an early training partner of Arnold and Franco - plus much more.
HARD & HEAVY with KAMAL (Mr. Universe, Mr. World and
2003 Pro Qualifier)
This DVD is for hardcore bodybuilders and fans. Here’s your
chance to see volume
training by a world-class bodybuilder. This video was taken in a UK gym
one week before this NABBA World champion made his pro debut in
the 2003 IFBB Night of Champions in New York. In top shape, Kamal Elgargni does an actual
workout with his regular training poundages. As explained in Challenge
Yourself, there are two basic models of training used by bodybuilders:
volume training and HIT (high intensity training). HIT bodybuilders, such as
Dorian Yates, do a few basic exercises very hard; their workouts are relatively
short and infrequent (see Dorian’s training video/dvd elsewhere on this page).
Volume bodybuilders, on the other hand, work every body part from many angles,
doing long and frequent workouts with lots of sets. Kamal is a volume guy, and
clearly it works for him. Massively built from head to toe, he has great
symmetry and incredible abs. In addition to a long gut-busting workout, you’ll
see Kamal posing between sets, winning the world championship in Greece and
being interviewed.
Kamal is 30 and has been training for 12 years. Born in Africa, he's a
naturalized British citizen. A highly skilled carpenter, he currently works as a
personal trainer. Running time: 90 minutes plus a
23-minutes slide show, including 179 photos. $34.95 + $5.60 shipping
KETTLEBELL SOLUTION FOR SIZE AND STRENGTH
by Mike Mahler (DVD)
This amazing DVD, filmed on a beautiful California beach, is packed with ninety minutes of essential information on getting bigger and stronger with kettlebells. Mike Mahler, a strength coach and Senior Kettlebell Instructor, uses kettlebells as his only source of strength training. He mastered the basics of kettlebell training and wanted to take it to a higher level. He was big and strong before he made the change and he’s bigger and stronger now. Weighing 195, he can now press and snatch two 88-pound kettlebells—for reps. In the DVD, he shows you how he got there. He explains and demonstrates eight primary kettlebell exercises: Double Military Press, Double Bent Over Row, Double Floor Press, Double Front Squat, Double Windmill, Turkish Get-up, Double Swing, and Double Snatch. Taken together, these movements work the whole body. Frankly, just seeing him do these exercises with a pair of 70-pound Kettlebells is worth the price of the DVD. You don’t have to use that much weight to benefit, of course, but he shows you what’s possible and how to get there. Order your copy of this is AMAZING DVD today. Approximately 90 minutes. $39.95 + 5.60 priority shipping
Larry Scott: A Life in Bodybuilding (Early Years, Posing, Awards, Career Highlights, Interview, Seminar)
This DVD is a tribute to Larry Scott, the first ever Mr. Olympia in 1965 and 1966, famous for his arm development and shape (the man after whom the Scott Curl is named). The main part of the DVD is his seminar given at the 2006 FitExpo (43 minutes). Early years posing highlights include winning the '65 and '66 Olympia titles, guest posing in 1965, and his posing at the 1964 IFBB Mr. Universe. Included are his appearance at the Legends' Reunion in CA in 2000, Larry's award at the 1997 OH Foundation Awards in England and his interview at the 2001 Mr. Olympia Expo. This is a one of a kind DVD - get it while you can. 90 minutes, $29.95 + shipping.
Sergio Oliva, "The Myth," three-time Mr. Olympia (1967, 1968 & 1969), is without doubt one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. This DVD is a tribute to his life and career. The most extensive collection of Sergio's competitive career ever compiled, it includes virtually every high point in his multi-decade career. Aficionados will love the posing segments, while others will perhaps be more interested in the extensive training footage and the interview segments, the latter showing his sunny and unaffected nature. The footage of Sergio on the job as a policeman in Chicago is marvelous; it's wonderful to see him relating to everyone on the street, big and small, young and old, in a friendly but firm manner. Rather than give a complete list, we'll just tell you that it's all there. Only Wayne Gallasch, who has traveled the world for over 40 years capturing the great events in bodybuilding on film, could produce such a splendid and all-encompassing DVD.
We understand these are the only DVDs of their kind. Gary Udit, the creator of the series, is one of the top judges in the NPC. He and several others explain ways competitors can score higher, and win more, by posing better. Originated about ten years ago, the DVDs have been regularly updated to reflect current rules. Men and women are included in both DVDs.
PERFECT POSING contains step-by-step explanations and
demonstrations of the poses included in every physique contest: The
Relaxed Poses (front, back, and sides) and the Mandatory Poses (front double
biceps, front lat spread, side chest, side triceps, rear double biceps, rear lat
spread, abdominals and thighs, and most muscular). Everything you need to know,
including common mistakes and how to correct them.
PERFECT INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE explains and demos how to
construct a routine. Gary Udit starts by telling you what to expect at the
prejudging and the audience presentation. Next, with demos by both men and
women, he shows how to create a posing routine using the mandatory poses, and
then how to add additional poses. Start, transition from pose to pose, and
finish are fully covered. Finally, Udit explains and demos how to add music for
the evening show. Again, everything you need to know to confidently build a
routine that will impress the judges and the spectators.
Each DVDs is about 90 minutes, $29.95 plus $5.60 priority shipping for one DVD, or $50 plus $6.60 priority shipping for both.
The Strongest Man in Recorded history: A Documentary on the Life of Paul Anderson—DVD
Many of you have read about the legendary Paul Anderson. Now you can see--and hear--him in action in this wonderful documentary DVD. Even though I saw Paul lift five times (as noted in article 38), the never-before-seen photos and movie footage of Paul preparing for the 1956 Olympics using homemade weights in his home and backyard, newsreel footage of his most famous competitions at home and abroad, and speaking before large audiences gave me a new appreciation of his true greatness. Paul was more than “The Strongest Man of the Century”—truly a wonder of nature. He was a wonderful human being as well. He traveled thousands of miles each year sharing his message: love of God, country, and the free-enterprise system. In 1961, he and his wife Glenda established the Paul Anderson Youth Home, which provides Christian rehabilitation for young men who would otherwise be incarcerated. This is the fantastic story of one of America’s greatest athletes--and humanitarians.
Blood & Guts, Special Edition DVD
The video advertises, "Witness the intensity and determination as we follow 300 lbs. Multi Mr. Olympia Winner Dorian Yates through a genuine No-Holds Barred, Hardcore Workout." "See the weight and feel the effort that has molded Dorian Yates into the World's Most Massive Bodybuilder." Clarence really did enjoy this video. It shows how Dorian actually works out in a way that no book can. Now for the first time available in a special edition that contains 24 more minutes of extra features: (over 100 photos, biography, 1994 English GP, and posing) 64 + 24 minutes $45 + $5.60 priority shipping .
Heavyhands®
Video
This video shows Dr. Schwartz and two training partners (one male, one female) doing Heavyhands® routines with music especially composed for the two 21-minute training sessions shown. Included is a 7 minute warm-up and a 2.5 minute ab routine. See Heavyhands® performed by its inventor; you'll enjoy this video. It comes with a 23 page booklet. The video is intended to supplement, not replace, Dr. Schwartz's book. $29.95 + $5.60 priority mail. His book, Heavy Hands Walking is also available on this site. See next below for three related products.
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Heavyhands® Walk Plus™ DVD $24.95 + $5.60 shipping
NEW DVD! The walking workout
with muscle. Gain endurance, strength and flexibility while burning 30-300% more
calories per minute. Not only will you build lean muscle, you'll gain unique
benefits for your core. Indoors or out, this is the walking workout that can
help you reach your fitness, weight loss and sports conditioning goals.
Includes four parts: Introduction, History, Guidelines and Workouts. Introduction includes pre-class guidelines with brief explanation of Heavyhands and the workout format. Dr. Len Schwartz briefly tells how he invented Heavyhands and explains the basic principles; the history segment includes great footage of Schwartz in action. The guidelines by Leigh Crews, the head instructor, give tips on how to get maximum benefit from the workouts. The workout segment, narrated by Crews and performed indoors with two partners, shows Crews working at moderate intensity, Mary light and Robert hard; includes a 3-minute warm-up, 38-minute workout and 5-minute cool down. Excellent, encouraging, upbeat demonstration in a bright and cheerful setting.
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NEW DVD! YogaHands is a unique new form of yoga-based exercise that intensifies your Yoga practice with the integration of Heavyhands hand-weights. Every part of your body works continuously against resistance, generating higher workloads and deeper stretches than traditional yoga. Fire up your strength, stamina, coordination and metabolism simultaneously. YogaHands is easy enough for beginners, yet challenging for athletes.
More stretching and strengthening than Walk Plus, with greater range of motion and less movement; includes Pre-class Guidelines, Workout and Heavyhands History. Features Leigh Crews narrating and performing, with partner Kelley demonstrating advanced postures and movements. Workout segment is approximately 50 minutes, with 44-min workout and 4-min cool down and slow stretch. Another excellent presentation, visually pleasing.
Save on shipping by ordering video and both DVDs together.
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AEROAbs™ (Cardio Abdominal Training) with Kate Buffett (DVD)
The Ab/Core Workout that Packs a
Powerful Cardio Punch! AeroAbs uses lots of calories and sculpts at the same
time. Fires up your metabolism, strength, endurance and balance simultaneously.
Developed by Kate Buffett to stay fit while rehabing from knee surgery, it’s
done lying on an elevated platform or a flat mat, using Heavyhands or light
dumbbells. The system works your abs, burns calories and keeps your heart rate
up with hand and leg movements, using leverage, speed and range of motion to
control intensity. It’s really pretty clever and looks effective.
About 55 minutes in length, it starts with brief
introduction and guidelines by Kate Buffett, and then moves on to the workout
(Kate demonstrates and narrates, and Kelly Light does routine with her), which
is about 50 minutes of nonstop action. The workout includes 11 segments that can
be accessed separately. As mentioned, everything is done lying down, except the
stretch and cool down at the end, which is done sitting and standing.
Refreshingly, there’s not a single crunch in the entire routine. $24.95 + $5.60
priority shipping.
Explosive Lifting For Sports, Video
Harvey Newton’s book and video are excellent complements to our RIPPED Video, which includes pulling movements described and demonstrated here. Clarence first met Harvey years ago, when they were both members of the AAU Weightlifting Committee. Since then, Harvey has gone on to distinguish himself in many areas of Olympic lifting. Among other things, he served as U.S. Olympic team weightlifting coach and executive director of the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He was the first U.S. national coach and the first U.S. member of the International Weightlifting Federation’s Scientific and Research Committee. He’s a true expert on Olympic weightlifting and its application to other sports. If you want to learn athletic-type lifting and how it can make you a better athlete in any sport, the book and video are for you. They explain – and bring to life – the safest, most effective learning progressions for the snatch, clean, jerk, pulling exercises, squats and other lifts. Everything you need to know is here, from proper grip to preventing lifting accidents. If you want to be stronger and faster for your chosen sport or need a power boost in everyday life, the book and video are highly recommended.
Explosive Lifting, the video, 42 minutes, $24.95 plus $5.60 priority shipping. For information on the book, also available from this site, see the Recommended Book Page.
[Photo: Taken from Remembering Muscle
Beach by Harold Zinkin]
Muscle Beach, a video produced and narrated by Huell Howser
Bill Robb, an old friend who grew up near Muscle Beach and won the Mr. New Mexico title in 1957 while stationed at Sandia Base in Albuquerque, sent us a copy of this video made for California television in connection with the opening of the “new” Muscle Beach. Shot on site at Muscle Beach, this excellent production includes many of the original Muscle Beach family (Moe Most, Les and Pudgy Stockton, Russ Saunders, Bob Yerkes, Dr. Don Brown and many others) telling how it all began, and how huge crowds gathered on weekends and holidays from 1934 to 1959 to watch the acrobats, and later bodybuilders, perform. Many high quality photos and spectacular movie footage (color and b&w) of hand-balancers and acrobats (men, women and children), and bodybuilders doing their thing. (Most footage is of gymnasts, with some bodybuilders.) Bodybuilders I recognized are Reg Park, George Eiferman, Dominic Juliano and Jerry Ross. As one of the old-timers said, “Aging is hell, but memories are absolute heaven.” Whether you want to remember Muscle Beach or learn what went on there, you’ll love this wonderful video. Carol and I did.
Thirty minutes, $19.95 + $5.60 shipping.
All of Pavel Tsatsouline's videos are available on this site along with his books. See the Products page.
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