Bob Peoples - The Tennessee Hercules
Bob Peoples - The Tennessee Hercules Bob Peoples was one of the greatest strength athletes of all time, and someone you can learn a lot from - he deadlifted over 700 pounds back in the 1940's.
Here's Bob Peoples shown lifting in his basement gym, nicknamed "The Dungeon" by Paul Anderson, it was literally carved out of rock. Other than a few barbells, dumbbells and kettlebells, Peoples made all his own equipment.
Note the early Power Rack in the background.
Peoples did not invent the Power Rack, but he certainly pioneered its use in engineeering his incredible deadliting prowess.
Labels: Barbell, Bob Peoples, Deadlift, Dungeon Gym, Equipment, Power Rack
posted by John Wood @ Monday, March 24, 2008
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