Golden Era – Page 20 – Vintage Body Building Magazines

rory leidelmeyer a tradition of power!

InterviewsJanuary 8, 2023520Views 0Likes 0Comments

Great article on Rory Leidelmeyer the 1980 Mr California. Rory had an extremely impressive physique and competed almost annually during the 1980's. This is a great article that covers his upbring and introduction to the Iron Game. A must read! Source: Muscle and Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #6 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug…

Frank – training to win my fourth olympia

InterviewsJanuary 8, 2023170Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Zane had what he thought was a fool proof plan to win his 4th consecutive Mr Olympia title. A 10 month training plan to be in the greatest shape of his life. This was all turn upside-down when a freak poolside accident put this all in jeopardy. The article was published before the accident…

my off-season delt workout by andreas cahling

TrainingJanuary 7, 2023230Views 0Likes 0Comments

In 1980 Andreas Cahling would win the overall IFBB Mr International title (in the process beating Ron Teufel to win his class). 36 years later (2016) Andreas would go on to win the NABBA USA Nationals (Masters 60+). This was his pre-season shoulder routine in 1980. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #30 - Muscle…

NABBA’s universal magnetism – the story of the 1974 universe

ContestsJanuary 6, 2023385Views 0Likes 0Comments

1974 NABBA Mr Universe Chris Dickerson beats out Boyer Coe and Tony Emmott in his class before being awarded the overall title. Roy Duval won the overall Amateur title. Source: Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #5 - Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #6 - Health & Strength (Issue Nov 1974) Page #7- Health…

The California grand prix

ContestsJanuary 2, 2023192Views 0Likes 0Comments

1968 AAU Mr. USA. Chris Dickerson beats a loaded field to win The 1980 California Grand Prix. Robby Robinson, Casey Viator, Samir Bannout and Boyer Coe were other notable competitors. Source: Muscler & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #10 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #11 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #12…

from shepherd boy to king of the hill

InterviewsJanuary 2, 2023236Views 0Likes 0Comments

A great article on Franco Columbu. Franco discusses his upbringing and his journey to the USA. A must read for all Franco fans. Enjoy. Source: Muscle and Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #22 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #23 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #24 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Aug 1980) Page #25…

the mechanics of the squat

TrainingDecember 26, 2022224Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Squat. Maybe the greatest and most important exercise there is. Definitely key to mass and power. Source: Muscle and Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page #92 - Muscle and Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page #93 - Muscle and Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page #94 - Muscle and Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page #95 - Muscle and Fitness (Issue May 1982) Page…

the secrets of bodybuilding longevity

InterviewsDecember 26, 2022284Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Zane had a career that spanned decades. Longevity was a key element to his success. Enjoy the article. Source: Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #112 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #113 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #114 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981)

Olympia ’81: Conclusion The Last Lap. Comments from Arnold and Joe (PART 4)

ContestsDecember 26, 2022228Views 0Likes 0Comments

The FINAL instalment of a FOUR part series of writings on the 1981 Mr Olympia. Please ensure you read the first three before this. The greatest booing contest of all time. 4,500 howling fans could not be wrong. Arnold laughed and laughed and laughed as his best friend Franco captured the '81 Mr Olympia. Rick…

what really happened at the olympia?

ContestsDecember 24, 2022188Views 0Likes 0Comments

Conspiracy? Political Manipulation? Contest or Set-up? Hot on the heals of the highly disputed victory by Arnold in the 1980 Mr Olympia in Sydney Australia. Resulting in the boycott of a number of the favored bodybuilders from this event including Frank Zane, Mike Mentzer and Boyer Coe. Franco Columbu followed Arnolds suit and came out…

an exclusive, explosive interview with ed giuliani

InterviewsDecember 24, 2022317Views 0Likes 0Comments

Great interview with Ed Giuliani at the backend of his career. Source: Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #35 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #36 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #37 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #38 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #57 - Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981) Page #58 - Muscle Up…

Ken Waller – Coverman

InterviewsDecember 19, 2022172Views 0Likes 0Comments

With each publication, Muscular Development provided an overview of the bodybuilder featured on its cover. In June 1971 it was Ken Waller. Up to this point Ken had won The Jr Mr USA, Mr USA, Mr World, NABBA Mr Universe and IFBB Mr America. He would later go on to win the IFBB Mr Universe…

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rory leidelmeyer a tradition of power!

Frank – training to win my fourth olympia

my off-season delt workout by andreas cahling

NABBA’s universal magnetism – the story of the 1974 universe

The California grand prix

from shepherd boy to king of the hill

the mechanics of the squat

the secrets of bodybuilding longevity

Olympia ’81: Conclusion The Last Lap. Comments from Arnold and Joe (PART 4)

what really happened at the olympia?

an exclusive, explosive interview with ed giuliani

Ken Waller – Coverman

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