This compelling biography of Doug Hepburn, the weightlifter who won gold for Canada in Stockholm in 1953 and at the British Empire Games in Vancouver in 1954, delivers fascinating, first-hand information about an unusual Vancouver athlete and the sporting world of the 1950s and 1960s. In this plain-spoken and moving biography of a strength legend, Tom Thurston captures the story of a Canadian who may have been the strongest man in history. The book traces Doug's rise to prominence, his temporary fall from grace as he battled alcoholism, and his re-emergence as an advocate for drug-free sport. The author also includes Doug's unique training schedule for increasing strength without the use of drugs.
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"A poet, storyteller, inventor, singer, philosopher, and the world's strongest man, Doug Hepburn was a unique and genuine Canadian hero. Strongman sensitively chronicles the life of a man who was unheralded in his own country but revered around the world."
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Tom Thurston was born in Creston, British Columbia and grew up on his parents’ fruit farm a few miles from town. Moving to Vancouver for a time, he studied urban land economics. He has a 4th-degree black belt in Teakwood-do and was part of the team that won gold at the 1978 World Championships in Oklahoma City. For many years he was a close friend of Doug Hepburn. In addition to completing the biography of Doug Hepburn, Thurston has written a number of screenplays. He makes his home in Scrapbook, British Columbia.
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Hello! I'm a 26 year old weightlifter, and had heard the name Doug Hepburn a few times in strength and bodybuilding magazines. However, I really didnt know much about the man until I purchased this book. I can honestly say, this man's story was inspiring and yet sad at times. It's one of the best reads I've had in a while, and those who are involved in weight training will want to pick up a copy of this book.
I really came away feeling inspired and grateful. With all the hogwash out there written by juiced-up "athletes," it's good to know people like Mr. Hepburn were truly the strongest of the strong naturally and that it IS possible to become strong without chemicals. Had I known of him years ago before his passing, he truly would have been someone I'd want to meet in person.
Also, many thanks to the book's author, Mr. Tom Thurston, who took the time to respond to my letter and answer my questions.
By Dale
Format:Paperback
Pick it up and I doubt you'll put it down. This book is nothing more than an honest look back at a life lived to the fullest, through ups as well as downs, on and off the lifting platform.
Some nice information on Doug's simple yet effective training methods are included as well.
HAIL DOUG!!!
Some nice information on Doug's simple yet effective training methods are included as well.
HAIL DOUG!!!
Format:Paperback
Impossible to read "Strongman: The Doug Hepburn Story" without coming away both drained and inspired. Thurston's approach to the telling of Hepburn's life is as remarkable as the great man himself. Hepburn should have died long before he did. That he beat the odds to once again become the champion he once was, is the stuff that makes a legend. A fantastic read!
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