Interviews – Page 41 – Vintage Body Building Magazines

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 -…

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…

steve reno — california adonis

InterviewsDecember 31, 2022967Views 0Likes 0Comments

Steve Reno was one of the lesser know bodybuilding stars of the Siver Era. He was the winner of the 1968 'Mr Venice Beach'. He had an excellent well balanced physique with great proportions. This article lets us know a bit more about him and also provides some insight into his training routine. Source: IronMan (Issue…

Jack delinger the modern hercules

InterviewsDecember 30, 2022437Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jack Delinger was one of the leading bodybuilders of the 1950's. After winning the AAU Mr America in 1949 he solidified his greatness by winning the NABBA Pro Universe in 1956 beating Bill Pearl in the process. This is a great article from 1958. Source: IronMan (Issue Jan 1958) Page #8 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1958) Page #9…

the secrets of bodybuilding longevity

InterviewsDecember 26, 2022344Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Zane had a career that spanned decades. Longevity was a key element to his success. Enjoy the article. Source: Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #112 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #113 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #114 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981)

an exclusive, explosive interview with ed giuliani

InterviewsDecember 24, 2022383Views 0Likes 0Comments

Great interview with Ed Giuliani at the backend of his career. Source: Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #35 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #36 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #37 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #38 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #57 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #58 - Muscle Up…

Ken Waller – Coverman

InterviewsDecember 19, 2022222Views 0Likes 0Comments

With each publication, Muscular Development provided an overview of the bodybuilder featured on its cover. In June 1971 it was Ken Waller. Up to this point Ken had won The Jr Mr USA, Mr USA, Mr World, NABBA Mr Universe and IFBB Mr America. He would later go on to win the IFBB Mr Universe…

Boyer’s Battle Plan

InterviewsDecember 17, 2022214Views 0Likes 0Comments

With Boyer Coe and others boycotting the 1981 Mr Olympia Boyer had to refocus his competitive spirit. He needed to establish himself as the Number One bodybuilder through other means. He had a fantastic year scoping the large majority of the Grand Prix events. Rick Wayne explains how he did it. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue…

Mike Mentzer Q&A Column

InterviewsDecember 13, 2022270Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer a bodybuilding great from the mid 70's to early 80's popularised the 'Heavy Duty Training System'. He had a monthly column in Muscle & Fitness whereby he would answer readers questions. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page #16 - Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980)

I’m Hungry for the Big One!

InterviewsDecember 12, 2022290Views 2Likes 0Comments

A great article whereby Roger Walker discusses his entry in the upcoming 1980 Mr. Olympia in Sydney Australia. Roger finished a creditable 6th in a very controversial contest. Source: Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980) Page #16 - Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980) Page #17 - Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980) Page #42 - Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980)