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How I trained to win Mr Universe

InterviewsJuly 18, 2024189Views0Likes0Comments
Dave Johns shares his training routine that lead to his overall victory at the 1978 NABBA Mr Universe.  Dave would beat out Casey Viator to win his class before taking the overall title. Source: Muscular Development (April 1979) Page #18 - Muscular Development (Apr 1979) Page #19 - Muscular Development (Apr 1979) Page #20 - Muscular Development…

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IFBB World Championships in Acapulco

ContestsJanuary 23, 2024481Views0Likes0Comments
The 1978 Mr Universe was the first time in history that the USA won all weight categories.  Mike Mentzer (Heavyweight), Tom Platz (Middleweight) and Carlos Rodriquez (Lightweight).  This is an excellent contest report that covers the event. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #160 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #161 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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1978 NABBA Mr Universe

ContestsJanuary 16, 2024343Views0Likes0Comments
The 1978 NABBA Mr Universe for both Amateur and Professional competitors was held in London England.  Bertil Fox would outpoint Serge Nubret for the Professional title whilst Dave Johns would win the overall Amateur title. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #64 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #65 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #66 -…

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