Armand Tanny pens a piece on the man that sculptured the infamous 'Weider Bronze'. The article to the surprise of none, doesn't make mention that Robby Robinsons magnificent bust was used for the bronze. I have attached a whole heap of interesting addendums to this article. Enjoy the read! Source: Joe Weider's Muscle (November 1979)…
Some guidance on back development training. This article has some fantastic photo's of the stars of the day. Source: Peak Muscle Maker (March 1970)
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A contest report on the 1970 IFBB Mr Hercules. Giuseppe Deianna would win the title. Both Albert Beckles and John Citrone would provide guest posing routines. Source: Peak Muscle Maker (March 1970)
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An article on 16 year old Ian Dowe. Ian had just entered and won his first competition the 1970 Mr South East Britain. He would go on to win the 1982 NABBA Mr Britain some 12 years later defeating Brian Buchanan. He would then finish 2nd in his class to the outstanding Australian John Terilli…
An excellent contest report by Wayne Gallasch on the 1971 IFBB Mr Olympia / Universe competition. Albert Beckles would be judged the overall Mr Universe winner after initially placing 2nd in his class. In an act of extreme sportsmanship Ahmet Enunlu, who was judged the winner, mounted the 2nd position on the rostrum. The great…
A unique arm building program that consists of 5 sets of 2 exercises for both biceps and triceps. It is concluded by undertaking 5 sets of heavy squats for 10 reps! Source: Peak Muscle Maker (March 1970)
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The Multi-Poundage System (MPS) was first introduced by Henry Atkins in 1949. Henry provides an update in this article. MPS was later rebranded as Drop Sets and claimed by Joe as one of the "Weider Principles". Source: Peak Muscle Maker (March 1970)
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A great editorial on one of my all-time favorite bodybuilders - Roy Duval. Dianne Bennett does an exceptional job providing insight into Roy's introduction to bodybuilding. The article was written in 1971 shortly after his regional victories in the 1971 Mr South East Britain and Mr London. Potentially the first feature article on this underrated…
A reprint by Barry McDermott that was featured in Sports Illustrated on the 1974 Mr Olympia Source: Muscle Builder Power (March 1975)
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An article on Tim Belknap the 1981 AAU Mr America. Source: Muscular Development (December 1980)
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A short contest report by John Grimek on the 1981 AAU Mr America. Tim Belknap would surprise all and take the overall title. Source: Muscular Development (December 1980)
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Bob Hoffman offers instructional advise on building the trapezius muscle. Source: Muscular Development (December 1980)
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