Monday, January 14, 2008

  • Louis Cyr Strikes a Classic Pose

    • Louis Cyr Strikes a Classic PoseLouis Cyr Strikes a Classic Pose

    This picture was taken in the late 1800's, a time when the subject of a photograph had to stand still for long periods of time -- which means the globe dumbbell that Louis Cyr is holding aloft here is likely just a prop.

    Cyr did, however, did possess the ability to move such huge weights.

    He once jerked a 132 pound dumbbell for 36 reps and his bent press of 273 pounds beat Eugen Sandow's mark. Also note the rather impressive Ring Weight.

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    Posted by John Wood @ Monday, January 14, 2008

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