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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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Vancouver Comes Up Diamonds!

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.…

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eye Witness Results IFBB Show

Muscular giants from all of the United States -- the best built amateur bodybuilder's in the country -- clashed in a mammoth battle of muscle and might on July 19, 1975, at the Los Angeles Embassy Auditorium. Sensational Robin Robinson, in his first IFBB appearance, became the new American Bodybuilding Champion as he convincingly outscored…

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The Columbus Diary

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) Page #30 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #31 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #32 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #33…

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