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rory leidelmeyer a tradition of power!

InterviewsJanuary 8, 2023610Views 0Likes 0Comments

Great article on Rory Leidelmeyer the 1980 Mr California. Rory had an extremely impressive physique and competed almost annually during the 1980's. This is a great article that covers his upbring and introduction to the Iron Game. A must read! Source: Muscle and Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #6 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug…

Frank – training to win my fourth olympia

InterviewsJanuary 8, 2023223Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Zane had what he thought was a fool proof plan to win his 4th consecutive Mr Olympia title. A 10 month training plan to be in the greatest shape of his life. This was all turn upside-down when a freak poolside accident put this all in jeopardy. The article was published before the accident…

my off-season delt workout by andreas cahling

TrainingJanuary 7, 2023371Views 0Likes 0Comments

In 1980 Andreas Cahling would win the overall IFBB Mr International title (in the process beating Ron Teufel to win his class). 36 years later (2016) Andreas would go on to win the NABBA USA Nationals (Masters 60+). This was his pre-season shoulder routine in 1980. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #30 - Muscle…

Rachel McLish the new national champion

ContestsJanuary 6, 2023324Views 0Likes 0Comments

1980 Female USA Championships. Female Bodybuilding was just starting to get traction. A 24 year old Texan, Rachel McLish, enters and wins her 1st competition. This is what a female bodybuilder should look like. Other notable entrants were Georgia Fudge, Kay Baxter, Lynn Conkwright, Laura Combes and Carla Dunlap. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #36…

NABBA’s universal magnetism – the story of the 1974 universe

ContestsJanuary 6, 2023453Views 0Likes 0Comments

1974 NABBA Mr Universe Chris Dickerson beats out Boyer Coe and Tony Emmott in his class before being awarded the overall title. Roy Duval won the overall Amateur title. Source: Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #5 - Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #6 - Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #7- Health…

drugs are not needed for bigger muscles

InterviewsJanuary 5, 2023236Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great article for the younger reader. All time great John Grimek gives his views on Steroids back in 1967. John references himself and Reg Park as leading musclemen of the time that built there exceptional physiques without any assistance from the needle. Bottom line is good old fashion muscle building methods with plenty of…

secrets of the champions

InterviewsJanuary 5, 2023249Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great article. What are the Secrets of the Champions? There are no secrets they use the same exercises as you and me. It passion and consistency. See what Arnold Schwarzenegger, Reg Park, Larry Scott amongst other have to say on the topic in 1967. Source: Health & Strength (Issue Jul 1967) Page #26 -…

The California grand prix

ContestsJanuary 2, 2023240Views 0Likes 0Comments

1968 AAU Mr. USA. Chris Dickerson beats a loaded field to win The 1980 California Grand Prix. Robby Robinson, Casey Viator, Samir Bannout and Boyer Coe were other notable competitors. Source: Muscler & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #10 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #11 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #12…

sammy ionnidis shows you how to build massive shoulders

TrainingJanuary 2, 2023229Views 0Likes 0Comments

Australian Bodybuilder Sammy Ioannidis shows how he developed his shoulders. Source: Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #16 - Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #17 - Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982)

big biceps the ‘sam’ way

TrainingJanuary 2, 2023371Views 0Likes 0Comments

Australian Bodybuilder Sammy Ioannidis shows how he developed his biceps. Source: Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #14 - Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982)

Peter McCarthy: ask the master craftsman

InterviewsJanuary 2, 2023572Views 2Likes 0Comments

A great article on Peter McCarthy. Peter was a legend of Australian Bodybuilding. Peter appeared on the Feb 1972 over of Muscular Development shortly after his 1971 Mr Australia title victory. Source: Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #10 - Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #11 - Muscle Australia (Issue Nov 1982) Page #12 - Muscle Australia (Issue…

from shepherd boy to king of the hill

InterviewsJanuary 2, 2023296Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great article on Franco Columbu. Franco discusses his upbringing and his journey to the USA. A must read for all Franco fans. Enjoy. Source: Muscle and Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #22 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #23 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #24 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #25…

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rory leidelmeyer a tradition of power!

Frank – training to win my fourth olympia

my off-season delt workout by andreas cahling

Rachel McLish the new national champion

NABBA’s universal magnetism – the story of the 1974 universe

drugs are not needed for bigger muscles

secrets of the champions

The California grand prix

sammy ionnidis shows you how to build massive shoulders

big biceps the ‘sam’ way

Peter McCarthy: ask the master craftsman

from shepherd boy to king of the hill

a look back at bodybuilding history