Arnolds comeback resulted in a seventh Olympia Victory. But many expert observers felt his victory was a miscarriage of justice and a setback to the sport. This 1980 Olympia report is one of the best I have read. Jack Neary does a wonderful job of covering all aspects of this most disputed event. Source: Muscle…
An article purely pushing Weiders range of supplements. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (Issue June 1968)
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So who is going to win the 1980 Mr Olympia. if you could pick the top 5 you win a years subscription to Australasian Muscle & Fitness. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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Boyer Coe shares is 1979 Mr Olympia Arm Training routine. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5)
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Frank Zane wins the 1979 Mr Olympia. Here are some great shots from the event. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3)
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Great article on the 1970 Mr America title. Chris Dickerson wins the title from Ken Waller and a very young Casey Viator in third. Source: Muscular Development (Sep 1970)
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Roy Callender scores his second pro victory by winning Warren Lanman's Diamond Cup in Vancouver Canada. The first prize being a $25,000 flawless white diamond. He would beat out a stacked field including the likes of Chris Dickerson, Boyer Coe and a returning Larry Scott who had not competed since winning the 1966 Mr Olympia.…
Chris Devin's PBBA Pro Mr Universe and Pro Mr USA attached some big names. Boyer Coe would outgun Chris Dickerson for the Mr Universe title. WHilst Ralph Kroger won the Mr USA title. Dave Draper would appear as the guest poser.
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The Dan Laurie 1975 Mr World WBBG was won by Boyer Coe. He would beat out Chris Dickerson for the title. This was Boyers last competition prior to entering the IFBB. The 1975 WBBG Professional Mr America was also run on the same show. Ralph Kroger would win this event beating out the very capable…
The NAABA Universe 1975. Boyer Coe won the Professional event. Ian Lawrence won the Amateur event. Boyer Coe would join the IFBB the following year. Source: MuscleMag International Annual (Annual 76)
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An extensive and comprehensive review of the 1979 World Bodybuilding Championships, Mr International and the Mr Olympia. A great read for any bodybuilding enthusiast.
Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980)
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In 1979 Boyer Coe was coming on strong and was considered a live chance to take the Mr Olympia title. Here is a great article on how he prepared his impressive biceps for the event. Boyer would ultimately finish 3rd to Frank Zane in the event. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980)
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