A great interview with Roger Walker. Roger gives a brief overview of his competitive history and training methods.
Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Issue Vol.1 No. 9)
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1980 Mr Olympia
Chris Dickerson finished a controversial second to Arnold Schwarzenegger at the 1980 Mr Olympia.
Source: Muscle Digest (Issue April 1981)
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Anibal Lopez a leading non-steroid muscle man provides his view on the topic and how the leading magazines have publicized their use to the detriment of the sport.
Source: MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981)
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Lou Ferrigno fields a number of wide and varied questions during a seminar he conducted in 1980. Great read!
Source: MuscleMag International (Issue Jan 1981)
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The legendary Reg Park was in Australia for the 1980 Mr Olympia. Not only did he judge the event, he guest posed and conducted a seminar. This is part 1 of the seminar (I will do all in my power to get Part 2). He is a wealth of knowledge and I will share anything…
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)
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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…
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)
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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)
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Great interview with Ed Giuliani at the backend of his career.
Source: Muscle Up (Issue Feb 1981)
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With Boyer Coe and others boycotting the 1981 Mr Olympia Boyer had to refocus his competitive spirit. He needed to establish himself as the Number One bodybuilder through other means. He had a fantastic year scoping the large majority of the Grand Prix events. Rick Wayne explains how he did it.
Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue…
A great article whereby Roger Walker discusses his entry in the upcoming 1980 Mr. Olympia in Sydney Australia. Roger finished a creditable 6th in a very controversial contest.
Source: Muscle Australia (Issue 5 Aug 1980)
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