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nice guys finish second? Chris dickerson 1980 olympia

InterviewsJanuary 18, 2023538Views 0Likes 0Comments

1980 Mr Olympia Chris Dickerson finished a controversial second to Arnold Schwarzenegger at the 1980 Mr Olympia. Source: Muscle Digest (Issue April 1981) Page #80 - Muscle Digest (Issue Apr 1981) Page #81 - Muscle Digest (Issue Apr 1981) Page #82 - Muscle Digest (Issue Apr 1981)

please stop! we’ve heard enough about steroids

InterviewsJanuary 14, 2023264Views 0Likes 0Comments

Anibal Lopez a leading non-steroid muscle man provides his view on the topic and how the leading magazines have publicized their use to the detriment of the sport. Source: MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #56 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #57 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981)

Lou’s incredible seminar

InterviewsJanuary 14, 2023340Views 0Likes 0Comments

Lou Ferrigno fields a number of wide and varied questions during a seminar he conducted in 1980. Great read! Source: MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #30 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #31 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #32 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #33 - MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981) Page #62 - MuscleMag…

Peter Mccarthy

InterviewsJanuary 13, 2023548Views 0Likes 0Comments

Peter McCarthy won the Mr Australia title on 2 occasions. He was a key player in the development of Australian bodybuilding in the 1970's and 80's. This article gives a little background on him. Source: Muscle Australia (Issue Feb 1981) Page #18 - Muscle Australia (Issue Feb 1981) Page #7 - Muscle Australia (Issue Feb 1981)

from park… to overdrive

InterviewsJanuary 13, 2023316Views 1Like 0Comments

The legendary Reg Park was in Australia for the 1980 Mr Olympia. Not only did he judge the event, he guest posed and conducted a seminar. This is part 1 of the seminar (I will do all in my power to get Part 2). He is a wealth of knowledge and I will share anything…

rory leidelmeyer a tradition of power!

InterviewsJanuary 8, 2023791Views 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, 2023287Views 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…

drugs are not needed for bigger muscles

InterviewsJanuary 5, 2023290Views 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, 2023305Views 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, 2023704Views 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, 2023376Views 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, 20221KViews 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…