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Mr Universe 71 (Mr Olympia 71)

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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…

Trying to Muscle In

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A reprint by Barry McDermott that was featured in Sports Illustrated on the 1974 Mr Olympia Source: Muscle Builder Power (March 1975) Page #36 - Muscle Builder Power (Mar 1975) Page #73 - Muscle Builder Power (Mar 1975) Page #74 - Muscle Builder Power (Mar 1975)

The Super-Bowl of Bodybuilding

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A fantastic contest report on the 1974 Mr Olympia extravaganza. Arnold Schwarzenegger would take the crown outgunning Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu and Frank Zane. Bob Birdsong would win the Mr America title whilst Bill Grant would capture Mr World. What an event, no wonder the 5,000 screaming fans at the Felt Forum went wild with…

Ask The Champ (April 1983)

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Arnold Schwarzenegger answers the readers questions. Source: Muscle & Fitness (April 1981) Page #124 -Muscle& Fitness (Apr 1981)

Ask The Champ July 1979

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Arnold once again answers the readers questions. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (July 1979) Page #158 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979)

Watching Arnold Schwarzenegger Build His Incredible Biceps!

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Dick Tyler provides a detailed overview of Arnold's bicep training. He joined Arnold at Don Peters home gym shortly after to his arrival in America. Source: Mr America (May 1969) Page #42 - Mr America (May 1969) Page #43 - Mr America (May 1969) Page #44 - Mr America (May 1969) Page #45 - Mr America (May 1969)

The Austrian Oak

InterviewsOctober 1, 2024144Views 0Likes 0Comments

Dick Tyler shares his first impressions of the "Austrian Oak" Arnold Schwarzenegger. Dick was actually the man discharged with the duty of picking Arnold up from the Airport upon his arrival to California in 1968. He recall this initial interaction. A must read! Source: Mr America (May 1969) Page #16 - Mr America (May 1969) Page…

Seven-Time Winner Predicts the 1981 Mr Olympia Will Be The Greatest Ever!

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Joe Gold pens an article on Arnold Schwarzenegger. He provides a bit of insight into the man and his promotion of the upcoming 1981 Mr Olmypia. Source: Muscle & Fitness (October 1981) Page #84 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct 1981) Page #85 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct 1981) Page #127 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct 1981) Page #128…

Mr Olympia Is No Popularity Contest It Has No Room For Purring Pussycats

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Rick Wayne catches up with Arnold Schwarzenegger at the filming of Conan the Barbarian and shortly after the aftermath of the 1980 Mr Olympia. Arnold addresses some of the critical issues raised by his victory. Source: Muscle & Fitness (October 1981) Page #48 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct 1981) Page #49 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct…

Mr Olympia Revisited It’s A Long Way From The Brooklyn Academy Of Music To The Sydney Opera House

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Rick Wayne pens an interesting article of the photography of George Butler at the 1980 Mr Olympia. The article contains some amazing photographs of the competitors prior, during and after the competition. Definitely take a look! Source: Muscle & Fitness (October 1981) Page #86 - Muscle & Fitness (Oct 1981) Page #87 - Muscle & Fitness…

Bombing the Forearms with the Double-Split

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Joe Weider shares how he (supposedly) helped Arnold with his forearm development. Is there anything Old Joe couldn't do or take credit for! Source: Muscle Builder Power (Jan 1975) Page #50 - Muscle Builder Power (Jan 1975) Page #51 - Muscle Builder Power (Jan 1975) Page #52 - Muscle Builder Power (Jan 1975) Page #53 - Muscle Builder…

How the Champs Build Big Muscular Arms!

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A fantastic article that share the arm training routine of six champions! The routines of Schwarzenegger, Oliva, Ortiz, Park, Scott and Grimek are shared. A must read for all! Source: Muscular Development (March 1971) Page #32 - Muscular Development (March 1971) Page #33 - Muscular Development (March 1971) Page #51 - Muscular Development (March 1971) Page #52 -…

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Mr Universe 71 (Mr Olympia 71)

Trying to Muscle In

The Super-Bowl of Bodybuilding

Ask The Champ (April 1983)

Ask The Champ July 1979

Watching Arnold Schwarzenegger Build His Incredible Biceps!

The Austrian Oak

Seven-Time Winner Predicts the 1981 Mr Olympia Will Be The Greatest Ever!

Mr Olympia Is No Popularity Contest It Has No Room For Purring Pussycats

Mr Olympia Revisited It’s A Long Way From The Brooklyn Academy Of Music To The Sydney Opera House

Bombing the Forearms with the Double-Split

How the Champs Build Big Muscular Arms!

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