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1980 Canada Cup

The 1980 Canada Cup was a unique bodybuilding concept.  It basically pitted two bodybuilders against each other in a knockout format.  The winner proceeding to the next round whilst the loser was eliminated.  Ultimately, there was one man remaining Chris Dickerson. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou for your contribution. Source:…

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More About the Olympia

A great article on the 1980 Mr Olympia by Australian correspondent Vince Basile.  A very good analysis that is well worth the read! Source: IronMan (March 1981) Page #24 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #25 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #26 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #71 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #72 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #74 -…

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Dennis’ Muscular Waistline

Dennis Tinerino explains how he developed his Abdominals for the 1979 Mr Olympia.  Dennis had some of the better abdominal development of the time for a man of his mass.  He also provides recommended routines for the beginner, intermediate and advanced trainer. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA.   Thankyou to Jason for…

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Night of the Champions

Professional bodybuilding was becoming a reality for the IFBB in  1978.  The Night of the Champions was part of a series of competitions that would later progress to the Grand Prix.  This event was star studded and Robby Robinson would be the ultimate champion on the night.  Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #202 -…

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More Olympia Impressions

Robert Nailon from Australia provides a brief overview of his experience at the 1978 Mr Olympia. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #100 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #101 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #102 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #103 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4)

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Watching them Grow

Some early photos of some of the greats before they reached their full potential. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #122 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #123 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #124 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #125 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #126 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #127 - MuscleMag International (Annual…

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We Are the Champions

Dennis Tinerino captures the first NBA Natural Mr America in 1978.  Chet Yorton, the champion of the non-steroid cause, was the muscle behind the contest. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #8 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #9 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #10 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #11 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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1978 Mr Olympia Dramatics

Frank Zane captures his second Mr Olympia crown.  Robby Robinson would finish 2nd and Roy Callendar 3rd.    A disappointed and angered Kalman Szkalak, the 5th place finisher, expressed his disappointment with the now infamous "Nailed to the Cross!" pose.  No doubt about it he felt that he was maliciously crucified. This 17…

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