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Can Zane Do it Again?

Frank Zane winner of both the 1977 and 1978 Mr Olympia was preparing for a crack at the 1979 title.  This is a great Editorial by Paul Graham. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3)  Page #42 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #43 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #44…

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IFBB Mr Universe Mr Olympia 1975

The Weider's held the IFBB Mr Universe and Mr Olympia contests in Pretoria, South Africa.  150 contestants and delegates of all races, represented 33 countries.  This article provides a brief summary of the event that would later be the basis for 'Pumping Iron'. Source: MuscleMag International Annual (Annual 76) Page #136 - MuscleMag International (Annual…

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The frosting on the cake

Frank Zane captures the 1968 IFBB Mr America. The competition was stiff.  Don Peters won the Tall Class and Rock Stonewall won the Short Class.  Frank had to beat out the very impressive John DeCola in the Medium Class on his way to overall victory.   Source: Muscle Builder / Power (Issue Jan 1969) Page…

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a look back at bodybuilding history

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