Robby Robinson – Vintage Body Building Magazines

Ralph Crawford’s Joe Weider Bronze

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Armand Tanny pens a piece on the man that sculptured the infamous 'Weider Bronze'. The article to the surprise of none, doesn't make mention that Robby Robinsons magnificent bust was used for the bronze. I have attached a whole heap of interesting addendums to this article. Enjoy the read! Source: Joe Weider's Muscle (November 1979)…

Canada Cup 1979 Dickerson knocks Them Dead!

ContestsNovember 16, 2024166Views 0Likes 0Comments

A contest report on the 1979 IFBB Canada Cup. Chris Dickerson would win the title ahead of Mike Mentzer and Robby Robinson. After a 5 year hiatus this would be Dickerson's first victory since he captured the 1974 NABBA Pro Universe. Dickerson weighed 187lbs and was 40 years old! The contest was also Casey Viator's…

Robby’s Way July 1979

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Robby once again answers the readers questions. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (July 1979) Page #138 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #143 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979)

You Can’t Win Them All

InterviewsOctober 30, 202474Views 0Likes 0Comments

Robby Robinson shares his thoughts on the ups and downs of competitive bodybuilding. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (July 1979) Page #34 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #35 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #104 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979)

Mr Olympia Workouts

TrainingOctober 23, 2024119Views 0Likes 0Comments

Denny Malloy shares his experience training with Robby Robinson in the leadup to the 1979 Mr Olympia. They train chest and back and this article must be read to believe. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (July 1979) Page #46 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #47 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #127 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul…

Countdown To A Pot Of Gold

InterviewsOctober 19, 202464Views 0Likes 0Comments

Robby Robinson wins the 1979 Pittsburg Pro Invitational ahead of Mike Mentzer. This is a contest report from the show. Source: Muscle Builder / Power (July 1979) Page #36 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #37 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #38 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #39 -Muscle Bulilder Power (Jul 1979) Page #125 -Muscle Bulilder…

The Bionic Superman

InterviewsAugust 16, 2024181Views 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, 2024124Views 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, 2024140Views 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, 2024181Views 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, 2024112Views 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, 2024109Views 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:…

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Ralph Crawford’s Joe Weider Bronze

Canada Cup 1979 Dickerson knocks Them Dead!

Robby’s Way July 1979

You Can’t Win Them All

Mr Olympia Workouts

Countdown To A Pot Of Gold

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

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