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William Boone Workout

June 5, 2006

William Boone was a successful power lifter in the thirties and forties and was a follower of Mark Berry and J.C. Hise. In his heyday, Boone had lifts of 700 pounds in the deadlift, 600 pounds in the squat, a bent press of 300 pounds and a jerk from the rack of 420 pounds.

The simplicity of his workout may surprise you, but as in most things in life, the best way to do it is always the simple way.

Understand that to be successful in any weight training program – hard work is a must! Half-hearted effort does nothing for you. If you’re new to weight training or grossly out of shape, consult a physician first and get on a beginners program. If you follow Boone’s program, adjust weight to your own levels accordingly.

William Boone Workout circa 1930-40:
Monday & Friday: Squats (405-1 rep; 435-1; 470-1; 515-3; short rest; 400-16; short rest; 400-8).

Wednesday: Overhead Press (240-5; 240-7; 250-4; 260-3; 270-2, 275-1; 240-4; 212-6; 212-4; 182-6; 182-4). Barbell Curl (136-12; 160-10; 160-10).
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Written by Brian Carson · Filed Under Old-School Workouts 

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