REAL STORIES, REAL RESULTS FOR TODAY’S ATHLETES
Bringing Natural Physique to the Forefront of the Bodybuilding World
No Public Deception in Regards to Your Physique
Iron Man Magazine stands for this new vision and is doing all it can to change the bodybuilding industry for the better.
A shift in mindset came in 2018 when Douglas D. Grant and Denny Kakos bought ownership of Iron Man Magazine. They felt that the world was wanting truth–finally eliminate the poorly-veiled dark secret of bodybuilding (performance-enhancing drugs) for the benefit of anyone involved in fitness and sports.
The industry is already making moves towards Olympic-tested sports, including bodybuilding, supplements, diets, etc. Health and longevity are becoming the main focus of fitness-minded individuals and the fitness industry in general.
Iron Man Magazine wanted to provide motivation, information, training programs, nutrition advice, and supplementation protocols that readers could follow, knowing that if they put in the work, they could achieve the physique on the cover. Their fitness dreams can be a safe and healthy reality without drugs.
Big-muscled bodybuilders or chiseled, extremely shapely women will still be featured in the magazine, but only those that have achieved their physique from legally attainable means, through hard work in the gym, proper WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) compliant supplementation, and nutrition.
Thousands of tested athletes will be featured with attainable physiques achieved by hard work and dedication so that much of the population can be inspired to sculpt their own bodies and feel confident that “everything” needed to accomplish it will be shown.
Upcoming generations and peers look to the greats and strive to follow in their footsteps. There must be full transparency of the methods used to achieve success to really empower others to help them achieve their own.
After completing his goal of revamping the magazine to only featuring Olympic-level tested athletes, Douglas Grant sold his 50% ownership to his partner Denny Kakos who has headed up the magazine ever since.
"It has been said to never doubt even a few passionate, caring people on a mission because they are usually the ones that change the world.
We sincerely hope that this bold, and perhaps risky, move by the most legendary bodybuilding magazine resonates with you. Hopefully, even to a point that inspires you to share these truths. It is only through the continued movement with passion that we can change the world and ourselves."
- Douglas D. Grant
Former Publisher and Co-owner
"It has been said to never doubt even a few passionate, caring people on a mission because they are usually the ones that change the world.
We sincerely hope that this bold, and perhaps risky, move by the most legendary bodybuilding magazine resonates with you. Hopefully, even to a point that inspires you to share these truths. It is only through the continued movement with passion that we can change the world and ourselves."
- Douglas D. Grant
Former Publisher and Co-owner
No Public Deception in Regards to Your Physique
Iron Man Magazine stands for this new vision and is doing all it can to change the bodybuilding industry for the better.
A shift in mindset came in 2018 when Douglas D. Grant and Denny Kakos bought ownership of Iron Man Magazine. They felt that the world was wanting truth–finally eliminate the poorly-veiled dark secret of bodybuilding (performance-enhancing drugs) for the benefit of anyone involved in fitness and sports.
The industry is already making moves towards Olympic-tested sports, including bodybuilding, supplements, diets, etc. Health and longevity are becoming the main focus of fitness-minded individuals and the fitness industry in general.
Iron Man Magazine wanted to provide motivation, information, training programs, nutrition advice, and supplementation protocols that readers could follow, knowing that if they put in the work, they could achieve the physique on the cover. Their fitness dreams can be a safe and healthy reality without drugs.
Big-muscled bodybuilders or chiseled, extremely shapely women will still be featured in the magazine, but only those that have achieved their physique from legally attainable means, through hard work in the gym, proper WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) compliant supplementation, and nutrition.
Thousands of tested athletes will be featured with attainable physiques achieved by hard work and dedication so that much of the population can be inspired to sculpt their own bodies and feel confident that “everything” needed to accomplish it will be shown.
Upcoming generations and peers look to the greats and strive to follow in their footsteps. There must be full transparency of the methods used to achieve success to really empower others to help them achieve their own.
After completing his goal of revamping the magazine to only featuring Olympic-level tested athletes, Douglas Grant sold his 50% ownership to his partner Denny Kakos who has headed up the magazine ever since.
Interesting Facts About Iron Man Magazine
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It is America’s oldest fitness magazine in circulation.
- Founded in 1936 by Peary and Mabel Rader of Alliance, Nebraska.
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In the early 1950s, it was the first fitness publication to show women working out with weights as part of their overall fitness regimen.
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1986, new owners (John Balik and Mike Neveux) re-positioned the magazine as a hardcore bodybuilding publication.
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It started out as an educational vehicle to inform and enlighten those people who were interested in weightlifting, bodybuilding, and eventually, powerlifting.
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The leader in bringing exercise and nutrition concepts/ideas to those in the training world.
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2015, new owners (Binais Begovic and his wife Dr. Catherine Begovic) made it their goal to make effective training and nutritional information accessible to everyone.
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In 2018, new owners (Douglas Grant and Denny Kakos) revamped the magazine to only show people that have the natural physique and must have performed a full Olympic-Level W.A.D.A. drug test.
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2019, Iron Man proudly displays women in all stages of a bodybuilding physique.
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Winter 2019 issue featured a healthy physique pregnant woman on the cover.
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Iron Man Magazine licenses to countries all over the globe including Japan, Australia, Sweden, Norway, and Italy.
THE MISSION OF EACH MAGAZINE ISSUE
During the Time Douglas D. Grant Was Publisher of Iron Man Magazine
2019 Summer Issue
Refocus of a Classic Magazine
From here on out when you see a physique in Iron Man Magazine, you will know it is legally attainable through hard work in the gym, proper W.A.D.A compliant supplementation, and nutrition.
2019 Fall Issue
Transparency for Informed Decisions
It is not fair or ethical to the unaware consumer buying certain bodybuilding magazines believing the bodies they see are obtainable ONLY through the programs shown within the pages. The choice to openly deceive has cost many people health and the sport of bodybuilding the chance to compete as an Olympic sport.
2019 Winter Issue
Celebrating the Iron Woman
Society has made huge strides, but this women-focused issue of Iron Man Magazine will show you that there are still strides for the better to be made.
This issue is packed full of inspiring stories, heartfelt words of wisdom, and super helpful tips and tricks for all things lifting, diet, health, recipes, and more from contemporary greats to help inspire, motivate, and empower women across the globe to go after their goals.
Iron Man Magazine’s Stance on...
NUTRITION HIGHLIGHTS
The World Anti-Doping Agency released its 2020 regulations and has stirred up a lot of concern towards CBD use. Douglas Grant breaks the information down for the athlete, coach, and parent.
INDUSTRY INSIDER
Many banned substances are sold to you within supplements you may have previously trusted. The banned substances are often hidden on the supplement facts label, making them hard to find, or have unrecognizable names, so you skip right over them.
DIET STRATEGIES
It’s important that you do your research and choose the mass gainer that contains the necessary ingredients to make sure that your gains are achieved safely and in an efficient manner.
The Story of How Douglas D. Grant Got Iron Man Magazine
Douglas Grant grew up loving fitness and all the iconic bodybuilders, especially those like Frank Zane who had the smaller well-proportioned physiques. He always dreamed of being a part of the fitness industry in one way or another.
After many years of working in the fitness industry with the NBA and many other high-level athletes, the opportunity came up to not only be a part of the fitness industry but to make a major difference and impact. Doug's wife Hilary, a Natural Olympia Figure Pro champion, was featured in a 2015 issue of Iron Man Magazine and during that photoshoot, the owner, Binais, was impressed at the commitment Doug and Hilary had to drug-free sport. Months later the phone call happened and Iron Man Magazine was on the way to becoming what it is now.
PERSONALIZED NUTRITION
EXPERT CARE
Douglas Grant’s background is extensive within the nutrition and training world, working for NBA teams, with Olympic, collegiate, and high school athletes, along with bodybuilders for over two decades. He is extensively involved in research, formulations, training, and fitness businesses. Much of Doug’s experience involves helping Olympic-Level Tested athletes and even those who have previously taken PEDs and are wanting to normalize their bodies and regain optimal health.
Douglas offers the same program the elite professional teams, team owners, CEOs, Olympic athletes, and others have hired him for.
This is an all-inclusive health coaching program that is personalized for your nutrient development and longevity, that includes:
- Monthly consultations from Optimal Health Systems’ founder/formulator Douglas D. Grant
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Monthly customized nutrient paks from patented whole-food supplements
- Bloodwork and labs to determine disease risk, longevity markers, and nutrient needs
- Personal analysis of your labs
- In depth exercise and nutrition plans, if needed
- 1-on-1 personal assistance through this wellness program from Doug and his wife Hilary
He only takes on a limited number of people for this program based on specific criteria.
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