The Iron Master Arthur Saxon: The Development of Physical Power, Text Book of Weight Lifting, Rare Articles, plus New Commentary on the Bent Press and Oldtime Strongman Training

Train Like a Legend Arthur Saxon wasn’t just strong—he redefined strength. Famous for hoisting 370 lbs. overhead with one hand in the legendary bent press, Arthur Saxon stands as one of the “strongest man in the world” in history. He was the prototypical oldtime strongman, doing feats of strength that are out of the realm of the possible for many today. This special edition brings together Saxon’s complete works alongside rare historical writings and modern reflections on his enduring legacy. Contains the complete and unabridged books: The Development of Physical Power by Arthur Saxon Text Book of Weight Lifting by Arthur Saxon This also collects some rare, historical writings by and about Arthur Saxon and his brothers. These tell more of strongman feats, accidents, training, diet and more. This includes: The Bent Press by Arthur Saxon - From Inch’s Advanced Course, and the best description of this lift from the master of it since came later in his life. The rare photo that graces the cover is the highest quality one of the Iron Master at a pivotal point in this lift, sometimes also called the body press or screw press. My Friendship with Arthur Saxon by Thomas Inch - Recounts lifts, measurements and more from this other famous strongman and trainer, creator of the Inch dumbbell, a classic of grip strength. The Saxon Trio: What They Ate & How They Trained by Leo Gaudreau - This dives much more into how Arthur Saxon and his brothers Hermann and Kurt actually trained, not just what Arthur wrote about how he thought others should train. It's every bit as useful as Arthur's books for training insight. The gastronomical feats are worth hearing about, even if not emulating them. The Three Jolly Germans by George F. Jowett - Recounts an amazing story of drinking and strongmanism that you won't want to miss from another famous oldtime strongman, author of The Keys to Might and Muscle and the Molding Mighty Men series. For over two decades, Arthur Saxon has been a powerful source of inspiration for editor and contributor Logan Christopher on his journey through strength. It was Saxon’s iconic image that first captured Logan’s attention, but it was his words about how he trained that created a lasting impact. In his contribution, Lessons from Lifting the Iron Master Way, by Logan Christopher, includes: Modeling the Saxons: How to Practice the Strength to Play with Heavy Barbells The Art of the Bent Press (includes links to demonstration videos) Shouldering a Heavy Barbell: Old School Style To Power Rack or Not to Power Rack Summoning Saxon: A Mental Technique The Saxon Foundation Program The Saxon 5-Day Practice Program The Bent Press Specialization Program This book takes some of the details written by and about Saxon and turns them into strength training and weight lifting programs you can start working with today. This book is more than a tribute. It’s an invitation to learn from the Iron Master. Discover the kind of strength that builds the body—and shapes the soul. www.LegendaryStrength.com