![]() ![]() No more getting stuck at bottom 1200 lbs. ![]() If you get stuck at bottom you place hands on legs and push upward to recover. While squatting it helps to grasp ring in front and pull slightly toward you. ![]() When finished, walk back to stands and lower ring to supporting rack. In use, the “Magic Circle” is loaded up on the side pegs (unless you go over 700 lbs., in which case you have front and back pegs to load on), step in the circle (which is supported on side horses or boxes), lift shoulder straps onto shoulders, center straps, stand erect and walk away from stand and begin squats in normal manner. The “Magic Circle” gives a freedom for deep breathing in the popular and result-producing “Breathing Squats” for the exerciser can stand erect and breathe normally with a high lift of the chest at every breath, and is not compelled to hump over forward and breathes it the abdominal area as with a bar. It has made squatting a pleasure by removing the agonizing and sometimes paralyzing pain and discomfort of a heavy bar across the shoulders cutting into the flesh and putting pressure o the spine. The most satisfactory device yet found for doing quarter, half and full squats - for doing Hise Shoulder Shrugs and other heavy poundage exercises where weight is held on shoulders. By redistributing the weight throughout the body, the ‘Magic Circle’ promised to provide all the benefits of the back squat without the need for precision like form.įurthermore, the ‘Circle’ could be used for a variety of exercises as this 1971 advertisement for the product attests This is not a new problem either as today’s post attests.Īdapted by Peary Rader in the 1960s and promoted heavily during the 1970s through Rader’s own Ironman magazine, the ‘Magic Circle’ was advertised as a new venture for squatting enthusiasts. Owing to individual body mechanics, many individuals have found it difficult to perform the back squat with the form necessary to produce maximum development. Indeed for every man and woman who swear by the traditional squat, chances are you’ll find many more who curse it. Yet despite the fact that the back squat in particular has enjoyed a decades long dominance amongst gym rats, this does not mean that it’s position has not been challenged. A cornerstone of most trainee’s leg routines, there is certainly no doubting the exercise’s popularity. Machine washable.Loved and despised in equal measure, the squat has long been the iron game’s go to exercise for maximum leg development. The satin silk fabric is lightweight and crumple resistant. The Magic Circle Squares are a double layer of fabric sewn together to display the design on either side. ![]() The satin silk takes up no space when folded down and can be used as a production item itself.Īny of the Magic Circle Squares could be framed to make a great display piece for your magic den or collection.Įach Magic Circle Square features a design by Lee Alex which incorporates the black and white Magic Circle Zodiac emblem bordered with an art deco design inspired by the famous spiral staircase in The Magic Circle Headquarters. Ideal to use in combination with the Zombie Floating Ball, Bottle Productions, Bouquet productions etc.Ĭan be used as a regular cloth to cover stage props or a table. The top corners are supplied with hidden studs to enable the performer to display this large square the correct way up when opened. This large satin silk square can be used on the largest of stages for magic effects where a regular cloth or cover is required. "The Stage Square" - (30 inches x 30 inches / 75 cm x 75 cm) (Large) The Close- Up Square is totally un-gimmicked and can be used for close-up or cabaret effects where a regular handkerchief, napkin or silk is required. "The Close-Up Square" - (18 inches x 18 inches / 45 cm x 45 cm) (Medium) The Regular Pocket Square is not gimmicked in any way but could be used for close-up magic effects where a small silk or handkerchief is required. The perfect way to accessorise your tux or evening wear and show that you are a proud member of The Magic Circle. "The Regular Pocket Square" - (12 inches x 12 inches / 30 cm x 30 cm) (SMALL) The Magic Circle is proud to offer its members a range of satin silk squares in varying sizes: Every magician can use a handkerchief, silk, cloth, scarf, napkin or cover. ![]()
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