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Klein’s Bell

Posted on Monday, March 13th, 2017 by John Wood

A look at the September, 1932 issue of “Klein’s Bell” featuring John Garan on the cover. Garan was called by Klein a “Muscular Marvel” and it would be hard to disagree with what is shown here. Garan’s results would be quite impressive even today. Of particular note is Garan’s thigh development– he was listed as having 23-inch thighs at a bodyweight of 155 pounds. Keep in mind, squat racks were an innovation still a decade or two yet to come.

This issue of Klein’s Bell is posted in its entirety in The Iron League.

John Garan

Posted on Friday, November 29th, 2013 by John Wood

John Garan began serious physical training after meeting the famous New York strongman Abe Boshes and went on to build one of the most incredible physique of all time.
At a height of 5’5″ and bodyweight of only 155 pounds Garan could easily squat with over 300 and was also an excellent wrestler. He regularly trained at Sig Klein’s Gym and was featured in “Klein’s Bell.” Garan is a perfect example of very impressive results, developed without supplements or growth drugs