Robby Robinson – Vintage Body Building Magazines

The Bionic Superman

InterviewsAugust 16, 2024117Views 0Likes 0Comments

An early article on the Magnificent Robby Robinson, penned by the equally Magnificent Rick Wayne! Enjoy the read! Source: Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #6 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #7 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #70 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #71 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #72 -…

World Bodybuilding Championships in Pretoria, South Africa

TrainingAugust 15, 202462Views 0Likes 0Comments

A comprehensive report on the 1975 IFBB Mr Universe. This contest was predominately featured in 'Pumping Iron'. It must be noted that the article incorrectly refers to Danny Padilla as being a guest poser. In actual fact, he was excluded from the short man category to enable two American's in the tall man class. This…

Denny & Robby – Training Partners – Blasting Arms and Deltoids

TrainingAugust 15, 202477Views 0Likes 0Comments

Dennie Gable & Robby Robinson where training partners in the mid-70's. Here is their shoulders and arms workout. Enjoy! Source: Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #9 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #10 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #11 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #63 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1976) Page #70…

Mr Olympia – A time to remember

ContestsJuly 4, 2024127Views 0Likes 0Comments

Roger Schwab provides an excellent contest report on the 1976 Mr Olympia. Franco Columbu would edge out Frank Zane to win his class before outpointing Ken Waller for the overall title. Robby Robinson would win the Mr International in convincing style. Source: IronMan (January 1977) Page #35 - IronMan (Jan 1977) Page #60 - IronMan (Jan…

Robby’s Way (Oct 1978)

InterviewsJune 10, 202478Views 0Likes 0Comments

Robby answers the readers questions. This months queries are around workout clothing, split routines and contest cramping. Source: Muscle Builder Power (October 1978) Page #110 - Muscle Builder Power (Oct 1978)

Santa Wore A Robby Robinson T-shirt

ContestsJune 5, 202469Views 0Likes 0Comments

A contest report penned by Rick Wayne. The World Cup of 1978 was taken out by Robby Robinson. On the same night the USA V Rest of World was also decided. It was a clean sweep to the USA. Taking all weight classes. The Mr America Teenage and Over 40's titles were also decided. Source:…

Robby on Pre-Contest Training

TrainingMay 25, 2024139Views 1Like 0Comments

Robby Robinson gives insight into his preparation for the 1978 Mr Olympia. Robby would go on to win the Heavyweight class before finishing second to Frank Zane for the overall title. Source: Muscle Builder Power (October 1978) Page #14 - Muscle Builder Power (Oct 1978) Page #15 - Muscle Builder Power (Oct 1978) Page #16 - Muscle…

Back on the Road to Immortality

TrainingApril 1, 202499Views 0Likes 0Comments

Robby Robinson provides an insight into his back development training. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his contribution. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Aug 83) Page #108 - Muscle & Fitness (Aug 1983) Page #109 - Muscle & Fitness (Aug 1983) Page #110 - Muscle & Fitness (Aug 1983) Page #111 -…

IFBB Pro World Championship

ContestsApril 1, 2024113Views 0Likes 0Comments

What a competition! Mohamed Makkawy would dominate the free posing round to come from behind to win the 1983 IFBB Pro World Championships ahead of Greg DeFerro and Lee Haney (making his professional debut). The field of 16 boasted no less than 8 Mr America's, 2 Mr internationals and 9 Mr Universe titleholders. THIS ARTICLE…

NABBA Universe Honours go to America

ContestsMarch 12, 2024137Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 1981 NABBA Mr Universe contest report. Robby Robinson would edge past Dave Johns for the Professional Title. John Brown would dominate the Amateur competition whilst Jocelyn Pigeonneau would win the Miss Bikini contest. Source: Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #27 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #28 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #29 - Bodybuilding…

Robby’s Refined Leg Routine

TrainingMarch 7, 2024106Views 0Likes 0Comments

Robby Robinson provides insight into his leg training methodology. A great read! THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his contribution. Source: Muscle Digest (Dec 1980) Page #54 - Muscle Digest (Dec 1980) Page #55 - Muscle Digest (Dec 1980) Page #57 - Muscle Digest (Dec 1980)

Night of the Champions

ContestsJanuary 24, 2024177Views 0Likes 0Comments

Professional bodybuilding was becoming a reality for the IFBB in 1978. The Night of the Champions was part of a series of competitions that would later progress to the Grand Prix. This event was star studded and Robby Robinson would be the ultimate champion on the night. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #202 -…

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The Bionic Superman

World Bodybuilding Championships in Pretoria, South Africa

Denny & Robby – Training Partners – Blasting Arms and Deltoids

Mr Olympia – A time to remember

Robby’s Way (Oct 1978)

Santa Wore A Robby Robinson T-shirt

Robby on Pre-Contest Training

Back on the Road to Immortality

IFBB Pro World Championship

NABBA Universe Honours go to America

Robby’s Refined Leg Routine

Night of the Champions

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