Monday, October 12, 2009

  • Neck Training


    • Physical training was frowned upon for many years by the medical community but there were still many athletes who understood its value, even way back when. Here's a fellow who did: Chalmer William "Bill" Cissell, who was playing infield for the Chicago White Sox at the time this photo was taken.

    Cissell regularly trained at the gym in the winter months to keep himself fit and trim for the season. This was back in the late 1920's mind you. Among the basic exercises he chose for his workout was this novel way to build neck strength using a Wall Pulley

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    Posted by John Wood @ Monday, October 12, 2009

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