Mike Mentzer

InterviewsDecember 20, 2023185Views 0Likes 0Comments

A nice editorial on Mike Mentzer shortly after his 1976 Mr America victory. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #37 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #38 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #39 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #40 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #41 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3)

A Fab’s Hero Scene in Mad Sq

ContestsNovember 14, 2023181Views 0Likes 0Comments

On 2 October 1976 The Felt Forum hosted the IFBB Mr America, Mr Western Hemisphere and the Miss Americana Contests. Over 2,000 fans saw Mike Mentzer edge out Danny Padilla for the Mr America title. Darcy Beckles would win the Western Hemisphere contest whilst Marilyn Pearson would take out the Miss Americana title. Frank Zane…

World Championships 1976

ContestsNovember 4, 2023347Views 0Likes 0Comments

The IFBB Mr Universe / World Championship was a great event. The field was stacked with some of the best amateurs' of the time. Mohamed Makkawy, Danny Padilla, Robby Robinson, Mike Mentzer were the key attractions. Mohamed Makkawy (Light Weight), Robby Robinson (Middle Weight) and Roger Walker (Heavy Weight) where the class winners. Robby Robinson…

Heavy Duty Training advice (FEB 81)

InterviewsSeptember 14, 2023211Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer had a regular publication in Weider's magazines whereby he answered questions submitted from readers. In this edition of he addresses questions on Contest Dieting and Female Bodybuilding. A Great read for all those fans of Mike and his training methodologies. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981) Page #188 - Muscle &…

Look at those thighs!

TrainingSeptember 14, 2023232Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer takes you through his 'Heavy-Duty' leg training philosophy and routine. Great article for those interested in this method of training. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981) Page #70 - Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981) Page #71 - Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981) Page #72 - Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981) Page #73 - Muscle &…

Olympia Report Arnold’s Victory Creates Controversy & Bitterness

ContestsSeptember 7, 2023220Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arnolds comeback resulted in a seventh Olympia Victory. But many expert observers felt his victory was a miscarriage of justice and a setback to the sport. This 1980 Olympia report is one of the best I have read. Jack Neary does a wonderful job of covering all aspects of this most disputed event. Source: Muscle…

Bodybuilding for Women

TrainingSeptember 2, 2023209Views 0Likes 0Comments

In this edition Carole talks about the NSW Bodybuilding Championships and how women can build a nice, shapely back. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6) Page #27 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6) Page #30 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6) Page #31 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6)

Mentzer seminar Australia May 24 1980

InterviewsAugust 21, 2023192Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer toured Australia in the first part of 1980 in the lead up to the 1980 Mr Olympia. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6) Page #5 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6) Page #7 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6)

Mike Mentzer’s seminar in full

InterviewsAugust 21, 2023251Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer toured Australia in the first part of 1980 in the lead up to the 1980 Mr Olympia. He conducted a number of seminars in addition to guest posing spots. This is a great article in which Mike touches on his training philosophy, the Colorado Experiment and methodologies and wisdoms. Source: Australasian Muscle &…

Who will win the Olympia?

ContestsAugust 2, 2023239Views 0Likes 0Comments

So who is going to win the 1980 Mr Olympia. if you could pick the top 5 you win a years subscription to Australasian Muscle & Fitness. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8) Page #21 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8) Page #26 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8) Page #27 -…

Mike Mentzer: ‘Why I’ll Win the 1980 Olympia’

InterviewsJuly 19, 2023247Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mike Mentzer discusses his plans to capture the 1980 Mr Olympia in Sydney Australia. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5) Page #15 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5) Page #16 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5) Page #17 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5)

1979 Mr Olympia Line Up Battle

ContestsJuly 15, 2023265Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Zane wins the 1979 Mr Olympia. Here are some great shots from the event. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #5 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #6 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #7 - Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.3) Page #8 - Australasian Muscle &…

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Mike Mentzer

A Fab’s Hero Scene in Mad Sq

World Championships 1976

Heavy Duty Training advice (FEB 81)

Look at those thighs!

Olympia Report Arnold’s Victory Creates Controversy & Bitterness

Bodybuilding for Women

Mentzer seminar Australia May 24 1980

Mike Mentzer’s seminar in full

Who will win the Olympia?

Mike Mentzer: ‘Why I’ll Win the 1980 Olympia’

1979 Mr Olympia Line Up Battle

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