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the big challenge

In 1972 Dan Laurie had his latest weapon in his war with the Weiders.  A 6 foot 6, 282 pound, 20 year old kid by the name of Louis Ferrigno.  It didn’t take much time until both Dan and Lou had Arnold Schwarzenegger in their sights.  This open letter from Lou to Arnold is pure gold!  

Source: Muscle Training Illustrated (Issue May 1972)

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