eugen sandow

Jan 22, 2015

Eugen Sandow: Part 4 – Sandow’s Exercise Routine

Eugen (Eugene) Sandow began exercising, using the methods of the day, shortly after visiting Italy at the age of 10. Inspired by the Greek and Roman statues, the frail and sickly Sandow was determined to become strong like the heroes cast in marble and developed his own routine.

Nov 22, 2014

The Importance of Nasal Breathing for Cold Weather Exercise

Old Man Winter has hit hard and early this year, leaving very little time for our bodies to adjust to the cold, biting and dry winter air. Nasal breathing is of most importance in regulating our body temperature and oxygen intake, especially in winter exercise.

Aug 5, 2014

Eugen Sandow: Part 3 – Views on Diet and Exercise

Before diet fads and exercise trends, Eugen Sandow showed what a proper diet for a bodybuilder should look like. He also had some thoughts on the American diet we should pay attention to.

Jul 25, 2014

Eugen Sandow: Part 2 – How Strength Affects Society

There is a stereotype figure of the old-time strongman that we will have to part with when thinking about Eugen Sandow. I think most people imagine a brutish, hulking man, who has been naturally endowed with a larger frame and muscles, and therefore, has relied upon his body rather than his mind all his life.

Jul 19, 2014

Eugen Sandow: Part 1 – The Perfect Male Form

If I say a name such as Schwarzenegger, Weider, Lee Haney, or Ronnie Coleman, there is a good chance you know who I’m talking about. But if I say Eugen Sandow? Well, probably not. However, he is none other than Mr. Olympia himself, or, at least, the Mr. Olympia statue that is given ...