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Watching them Grow

Some early photos of some of the greats before they reached their full potential. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #122 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #123 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #124 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #125 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #126 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #127 - MuscleMag International (Annual…

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A Day With Arnold

Australian Robert Nailon provides an overview of his visit to LA in the late 70's in which he spends time with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #118 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #119 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #120 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4)

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Heavy Duty Training

Another article on Heavy Duty Training.  For those that follow the Mentzer's and their training approach it definitely is am must read. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #92 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #93 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #94 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #96 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #97 - MuscleMag…

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WBBG at the Lincoln Center

Another Dan Lurie extravaganza!  The 1978 WBBG Pro Events.  Anibal Lopez would capture the Mr America title, Lesley Boxer the Miss Body Beautiful USA and the Miss Olympus, whilst Sergio Oliva would win the major title of the evening the Mr Olympus  uncontested. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #76 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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We Are the Champions

Dennis Tinerino captures the first NBA Natural Mr America in 1978.  Chet Yorton, the champion of the non-steroid cause, was the muscle behind the contest. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #8 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #9 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #10 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #11 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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1978 NABBA Mr Universe

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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1978 Mr Olympia Dramatics

Frank Zane captures his second Mr Olympia crown.  Robby Robinson would finish 2nd and Roy Callendar 3rd.    A disappointed and angered Kalman Szkalak, the 5th place finisher, expressed his disappointment with the now infamous "Nailed to the Cross!" pose.  No doubt about it he felt that he was maliciously crucified. This 17…

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In the Gym with Serge Nubret

A great article on Serge Nubret.  The accompanying photos of him training are something to be seen. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #36 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #37 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #38 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #39 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #40 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #41 -…

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George Eiferman Today

A great interview with George Eiferman in 1977.  George won the 1948 AAU Mr America and the 1962 IfBB Mr Universe. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #196 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #197 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #198 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #199 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #202 - MuscleMag International…

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a look back at bodybuilding history

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