April 2004 Since 1936, Ironman Magazine has been the magazine for bodybuilders. Each issue provides insights into bodybuilding, from nutrition, to lots of training info, to profiles on the men and women who make up the bodybuilding and fitness world. It also contains excellent pictures and information on almost anything you need. On the cover is Timea Majorova.

Features

Train, Eat, Grow 54 FAQs for the TEG guys. Hey, whadda you dudes bench? Only The Strong Shall Survive Bill Starr's no fool, which is why he recommends plenty of dumbbell work for a complete physique. Research Team Boldione's got it going on. It's the new generation prohormone that packs a wicked anabolic kick. Check it out. Mental Muscle Programming Peter Siegel, R.H., shows you how to train your mind for consistent workouts and relentless results. Fructose Is it a disease triggering , fat packing sugar you should avoid? Jerry Brainum guides you through the research. Building the Ultimate Physique John Little shows you how to specialize for shoulder size. Success Story How Joe DeAngelis powered his way to the Mr. A. Heavy Duty John Little answers questions on losing bodyfat, static contraction and HIT hype. Hottest Hardbody Vote for the Hottest Hardbody of 2003, and elect your favorite for an encore performance. There's a bevy of breathtaking beauties here. Prepare for intense cardio effects. Shocking Muscle Growth Part 2 of Michael Gundill's exploration of neuromuscular training for extreme gaining. Nutrient Redux Lecithin and choline are poised for a comeback in the bodybuilding supplement race. Jerry Brainum tells why. Back in Action Greg Zulak shows you how to whack your back for new rugged size and detail. Chip Off the Old Rock Lee Apperson's son, Lee Jr., pumps with Pop. Shingles for Size C.S. Sloan says go to the max for mega muscle and strength. Complete program included.

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Train To Gain Abominable abdominals. Viagra vs. exercise and using the EX curl bar the wrong way for bigger biceps. Eat To Grow Carnitine can help you get lean. Plus, how you can magnify creatine's muscle with magnesium. Critical Mass Steve Holman shows you how to chisel with more sizzle, as in going for the burn with a back to basics program. Naturally Huge John Hansen talks steroids, growth and receovery. And he has more teen training too. Anabolic Drive Jose Antonio, Ph.D. says to plug it in to pump it up. Check out new research on electric muscle stimulators. Train With Zane The former Mr. O reflects on the power of movement. Unchained Greg Zulak's training tips and tricks for big arms. (You do know you want them bigger!) News & Views Our behind the scenes king and queen, Lonnie Teper and Ruth Silverman, gear up for the competitive season with tons of juicy stuff. Prince Jerry Fredrick's Hot Shots are here too - plus photos from Dot Kawashima's 80th birthday bash. Bodybuilding Pharmacology Jerry Brainum tells the tale of the rise and fall of clenbuterol (it's a drug, not a Third World dictator). Mind / Body Connection Ironmind's Randell Strossen, Ph.D. , says to cut loose with creative juice. Plus, Laura Moore separates aphrodisiac fact from fiction (Spanish fly, oh my!) Readers Write Unfetching femme physiques, HIT a miss and amen to Amber